There’s love… and then there’s Wattpad-style enemies-to-lovers. You know the kind. He mocks her. She slaps him. They both nearly die. Suddenly, they’re holding hands under a blood moon and pretending it means nothing. This list is for you, the emotionally unwell reader who wants tension, angst, and maybe a light stabbing. Ice Cream, Teasing…
15 Fourth Wing Gifts for Fans Obsessed With Shaddow Daddies
Fourth Wing gifts are the only acceptable offering if your loved one has entered their Basgiath era. If they’re living in a dragon fantasyland and crushing on imaginary shadow wielders, one thing’s clear: no ordinary gifts will do. They don’t want socks. They want dragon merch they can flaunt — ideally with a little Xaden…
How I Made Money Reading (Romance)
A blog post about how to make money reading romance (and other genres) through script reading and story evaluation. All I wanted to do in life was watch movies and read stories 😊 And get paid for it. But, like so many others, I was stuck in a soul-sucking job that drained me of life….
14 Romantasy Tropes That Ruined Our Standards Forever
The Ultimate Guide to the Most Iconic Romantasy Tropes Romantasy has taken the book world (and soon the streaming world) by storm. BookTok turned romantasy tropes into a whole subculture of people more invested in fictional relationships than their own. Who needs therapy when you’ve got BookTok’s spicy quotes to get you through the day?…
For the Love of Darcy: 15 Best Gifts for Pride and Prejudice Lovers
The best gifts for Pride and Prejudice lovers? Right this way. Whether you’re buying for a lifelong Austenite or someone newly bewitched by Mr. Darcy, this list is stacked with thoughtful treasures. I will not bore you with mundane and predictable presents. Just charming picks full of romance, wit, and enough Regency flair to make…
17 Irresistible Period Romances To Stream Right Now
This post rounds up the best period romances to stream across all your favorite platforms. It is a truth universally acknowledged, that Mr. Darcy ruined modern dating life. He made us crave intense gazes, reluctant vulnerability, and someone who ‘struggles in vain’ to resist falling for us. Ardently. What we get instead are mediocre texting…
15 Hottest Contemporary Romance Movies
Contemporary romance: where love blossoms against all odds, usually in ridiculously scenic locations. Where stories unfold with a sprinkle of magic, defying logic and circumstance, to make us believe that even in a world of swipe-right culture, love can still surprise us. I love reading it on the page, but there’s something magical about watching…
Why Is ‘Enemies to Lovers’ Trope So Popular?
In the grand theater of storytelling, one trope reigns supreme: enemies to lovers. Why are we so obsessed with watching characters go from throwing shade to locking lips? Is it the thrill of the chase, or lingering childhood traumas that lead us to cheer for the most toxic pairings? Let’s dive in to see why…
13 Kickass Bridgerton-Themed Birthday Party Ideas
This blog post lists all tried-and-true necessities for a Bridgerton-themed birthday party. Dearest gentle reader, Arranging a societal gathering of any kind can be a menacing task. This is especially true when orchestrating a themed celebration for someone’s birth anniversary. Whether planning an opulent gala or just a simple soiree, one can easily lose sight…
10 Bingeworthy Fae Romance Series You Haven’t Heard About
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself occasionally wondering: Why bother with the real world? Who needs a life when you can spend days reading unrealistic Fae romance novels? In this post, we’re delving into a realm where we can live vicariously through feisty heroines, love interests have cheekbones that could cut glass,…