The Romance Writers of America call romance novels in which religious or spiritual beliefs are an inherent part of the love story, character growth, and relationship development and could not be removed without damaging the story line Romance with Religious or Spiritual Elements; however, some of us may be more familiar with the term inspirational…
Read a Romance: Paranormal Romance
Paranormal romance novels involve fantasy worlds, the supernatural, or science fiction elements, which are intrinsic to the plot. Paranormal elements include: shifters, vampires, magic wielders (think witches, warlocks, mages, etc.), demons, angels, the Fae, gargoyles, mermaids, and mythical warriors. These books still have a happily ever after for a main couple, though sometimes this may…
Read a Romance: Contemporary Romance
Contemporary romance novels are just that—romances set in the present day. The line between contemporary romance novels and women's fiction has begun to blur more and more. And you may be surprised that many books labeled "novel" are also considered to be romances. And in fact, Jasmine Guillory's The Proposal was the first romance novel…
Read a Romance: Historical Romance
A historical romance is generally set prior to 1950, but the time period and locale can vary wildly. The historical has traditionally been the most popular subgenre of romance, with 84 percent of romance afficionados reading in this category. Most scholars consider Samuel Richardson's Pamela to be the first romance novel, but Jane Austen is…
Read-A-Romance Month
August is Read-A-Romance Month--a time to celebrate the genre of romance novels. And it seems like the perfect time to start a series on romance novels, because if you read romance, you are always looking for a new favorite, and if you don't, maybe you'll realize that you should. There is something here for just…
Fosse and Verdon: On Stage and Screen
Have you been watching Fosse/Verdon? The series is based on Sam Wasson's 2013 biography entitled Fosse, and focuses on the relationship between the choreographer and his third wife, Gwen Verdon. If you are loving the series or even if you just enjoy musical theater, you might want to check out some of the films and cast recordings of the…
Getting Cozy: Travel Mysteries
Summer vacation season is here! So whether you are planning a trip of your own or are just an avid armchair traveler, these cozy mysteries will take you around the world. These mysteries are great inspiration if you have the travel bug, but if you are ready to plan a trip, check out the A-to-Z…
National Humor Month: Laughter Is the Best Medicine
April is National Humor Month. The holiday was founded in 1976 by author Larry Wilde, who wanted to spread awareness of the therapeutic value of laughter. According to a 2015 Mayo Clinic Health Letter, there's research to suggest that laughter can: Provide the benefits of a miniworkout: Heart rate, breathing rate, oxygen consumption, and calories burned…
Getting Cozy: Isn’t It Punny?
April is National Humor Month, so what better time to celebrate the humor that can be found in so many cozy mystery books. Many cozy mysteries are laugh-out-loud funny in their own right, but my favorite touch of whimsy and humor can be found on the cover of the book. I, of course, am thinking…
Getting Cozy: Mysteries with a Religious Theme
As the carnival season ends and our minds turn to contemplate more serious subjects, it's the perfect time to pick up a cozy mystery with a religious theme. While all of the books in the list feature a sleuth tied to a major religion, from medieval nuns to the widow of a rabbi in a…
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