Ep.14 Romance Novels Explained

Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Ever been confused by the acronyms HEA, H/h, or BBW when finding a romance novel to read? Don't know what a cinnamon roll hero is? And is Nicholas Sparks a romance author? (No. He's not.) Your questions about romance novel terminology and romance categories are answered in this episode.
This one's for readers and writers. So, take a listen. This may help you find (or create) your next book boyfriend.

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1. Ep.14 Romance Novels Explained (00:00:00)

2. Why this episode? (00:01:51)

3. What is a romance novel exactly? (And why isn't Nicholas Sparks or Romeo & Juliet romance?) (00:04:40)

4. What is women's fiction (or chick-Lit) and why is it not romance? (00:09:34)

5. A look at romance from 2 angles: Character and relationship (00:16:34)

6. Character Acronyms explained (00:18:58)

7. Hero Personality Types: Alpha, Beta, Cinnamon Roll (00:26:22)

8. Heat Levels Explained (Sweet, Steamy, Erotic, etc.) (00:29:37)

9. Romance Categories (paranormal, BDSM, MC, romcoms, and others) (00:41:42)