Want to write a Romantasy that readers obsess over? Here’s how to deliver the tropes, intimacy, and magic readers crave.

Romantasy is everywhere right now, and for good reason—it’s the perfect mix of swoony romance, epic fantasy, and unforgettable characters. But if you’ve ever thought, “How do I even start writing Romantasy?” you’re not alone. With so much hype around the genre, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the tropes, rules, and expectations.

That’s why I sat down with Jenna Moreci, an award-winning and Amazon bestselling author, to break down her best tips from her upcoming book, How to Write Romantasy. Whether you’re plotting your first fantasy romance or trying to figure out how to balance magic and intimacy, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you avoid the most common mistakes, create power couples readers can't stop rooting for, and write the Romantasy you’ve been dreaming of.

Here’s what we talk about:

[07:31] How to approach popular tropes like ‘shadow daddies’ in a way that feels unique to your story, rather than copying and pasting.

[11:42] The 3-part chemistry framework that helps your characters belong together and saves you from endless rewrites.

[17:00] Why emotional intimacy is the real secret weapon in Romantasy, plus the five types of scenes you can’t skip.

[22:25] Smut, spice, or sweet? The surprising truth about writing intimate scenes and why they don’t have to be “super steamy” to hook readers.

[32:28] Why writing Romantasy should be fun and the mindset shift that makes the whole process more enjoyable.

If you've been wondering how to write Romantasy or you're plotting your first fantasy romance, this episode is your ultimate guide to balancing fantasy, romance, reader expectations, and earning those five-star reviews.

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• YouTube: Writing With Jenna Moreci
• Ep. 182- Writing Romantasy: How to Balance Fantasy Elements and Romance in Your Novel

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Discover the five essential strategies for mastering multiple-POV novels without confusing your readers.

Have you ever wondered if you could write a multi-POV story like The Girl on the Train? Or how about The Six of Crows?

The kind that pulls you into multiple characters' worlds so completely that you feel like you know each one personally?

Writing a multiple-POV novel can create incredible depth and complexity when done correctly. But it can also turn your story into a confusing mess if you don't know the essential multi-POV techniques.

Whether you're considering writing your first multiple POV story or you're curious about what makes some multi-perspective novels so captivating (while others fall flat), this episode will spill it all.

Tune in to discover:

[02:50] The truth about how many POV characters your story actually needs.

[04:35] The easiest way to make each character's voice so different that readers never get confused about who's speaking.

[06:40] Why 'head-hopping' is the fastest way to lose readers, and the simple rule that prevents it every time.

[08:00] The one question that reveals whether showing the same scene twice will captivate readers or kill your pacing.

[09:00] The secret to balancing page time so that readers stay equally invested in every character's journey.

Whether you're trying to decide if multiple POVs are right for your story or you're already knee-deep in a multi-POV manuscript and feeling overwhelmed, this episode will give you everything you need to approach it with confidence.

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• Ep. #90 - How to Choose the Best POV For Your Novel
• Ep. #196 - The Pros and Cons of Writing A Novel With Multiple Points of View

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Discover the counterintuitive first draft editing approach that transforms messy manuscripts into page-turning novels readers love.

Most fiction writers struggle with novel revision because they jump straight into editing their manuscript after finishing their first draft. This approach leads to endless rewrites, overwhelming confusion, and stories that get stuck in endless Chapter 1 revisions, never reaching completion.

Developmental editor Alice Sudlow joins me to share her systematic approach to story editing, which helps writers overcome these revision challenges.

Her revision framework eliminates the guesswork from the editing process, so writers avoid common mistakes that can keep manuscripts stuck in development.

Here's what we cover:

[08:11] Why taking a 4-week break after finishing your first draft gives your mind the mental shift needed for effective manuscript revision.

[10:26] How to create an outline of your completed draft without making changes, yet (the crucial step that reveals your story's true structure.)

[14:38] The fundamental questions that uncover the hidden keys in your story and transform good ideas into compelling narratives that readers can't put down.

[17:46] Why developmental editing is where the real magic happens in fiction writing and how to fall in love with the revision process.

[38:01] How to escape the endless rewriting cycle that traps writers in Chapter 1 forever and finally complete your novel revisions.

Whether you're a first-time novelist struggling with how to edit your manuscript or an experienced writer looking for a better revision strategy, this episode provides the framework you need to turn your draft into a story that agents and readers will love.

Tune in now.

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• Grab Alice’s FREE Roadmap to a Revision That Actually Works
• Your Next Draft Podcast (Hosted by Alice Sudlow)
• Alice Sudlow’s Website

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