Is your romance novel too steamy?
Not sure how steamy your romance novel should be? From clean and wholesome to erotic romance, heat levels matter more than you think. Learn how to deliver the right emotional experience for your readers — and pick up five practical tips for writing love scenes that sizzle at any heat level.
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Opening scene writing tips
Still relevant in 2026 — learn how to write your novel’s opening scene with timeless tips from editor Tex Thompson on emotion, pacing, exposition, and hooking readers from page one.
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How to create lovable romance characters
Romance authors Tamie Dearen and Alessandra Torre discuss the elements needed to create a lovable character, and the do’s and don’ts of this important piece of the novel puzzle.
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How to build daily writing habits that make you a prolific writer
Discover how to become a prolific writer with proven strategies to enter flow, increase writing speed, and improve daily productivity.
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How to use the OODA Loop in fiction writing
Two bestselling fiction authors explain how the OODA Loop in fiction writing strengthens character decision-making and creates more compelling, plot-driven scenes.
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Productivity hacks for writers
As writers and authors, productivity is our lifeblood. Here are six productivity hacks for writers from a bestselling thriller author, Robin James, who has written more than 65 books.
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What goes into a good cozy mystery novel
What makes a great mystery novel? In this 2020 archived episode of First Draft Friday, three bestselling authors reveal the must-have ingredients. and the hard no’s of successful cozy mystery writing.
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Creating characters readers actually remember
Bestselling author Alessandra Torre spoke with author Greta Boris about the Enneagram personality typing system and how writers can use it to deepen their characters.
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Cyber Monday Author Deals Roundup 2025
Black Friday is back, and so are the incredible deals on the tools and resources that fuel your fiction. Whether you’re studying your craft, drafting, revising, publishing or creating your next masterpiece, these discounts will make your writing journey a little easier — and a lot more fun.
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Marlowe Pro demo webinar recap
Catch Alessandra Torre’s webinar replay for expert self-editing tips, a live Marlowe Pro demo, and proven strategies to improve your writing today.
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