History of 1980s Romance Novels: Glamour, Drama, Alphas
Why did the history of 1980s romance novels change the genre forever? From billionaires to cowboys, step into the decade of drama.
Why Are Romantasy Books So Bad Right Now?
Why are romantasy books so bad right now? They are getting called boring, predictable, or even formulaic, and the covers are being labeled plain ugly. We unpack the BookTok discourse and what readers really want from romantasy.
1970s Romance Novels: When Romance Got Messy, Sexy, and Mass-Market
What made 1970s romance novels so groundbreaking? From bodice rippers to Harlequin’s mass-market takeover, this deep dive explores how the genre got sexier, darker, and wildly more popular.
What Is Primal Play Romance (and Why We Love It)
Primal play romance is blowing up and now going mainstream with the release of Willing Prey by Allie Oleander. Here’s what the primal kink is, why it’s trending, and where to find the hottest books.
What the End of Mass Market Paperbacks in 2025 Means for Romance Readers
Mass market paperbacks are disappearing in 2025. Here’s what this shift means for romance readers and the future of your favorite genres.
Fae 101: A Romance Reader’s Guide to Types of Fae, Courts, and Creatures
Curious about the different types of fae in romance books? This guide breaks down fae courts, magical traits, creatures, and how to tell if your book boyfriend is secretly a fae king.
The Romance Genre Evolution (And What’s Coming Next), According to Berkley’s Erin Galloway
Take a trip on the romance genre evolution from alpha-holes to romantasy? Get a behind-the-scenes look with Berkley Romance’s Erin Galloway, plus the top romance trends to watch for next.
8 Iconic 1970s Romance Novels That Shaped the Genre
What were the most iconic 1970s romance novels? These 8 books defined the decade, from steamy historicals to gothic bestsellers—and shaped the genre as we know it today.
Your Level-Up Guide to Start Reading Monster Romance
Ready to start reading monster romance? Find your perfect entry point—from subtle shapeshifters to full-on cryptids—and dive into creature-feature love today.
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9 Fated Mates Sub-Tropes in Romance You Need To Read
Love the fated mates trope? Checkout these 9 must-read fated mates sub-tropes, from rejected mates to dark possessive bonds, plus book recommendations for each!
