Is there a secret formula for writing a successful romance novel? Backed by research and professional expertise, The Romance Novel Formula , provides everything you need to take you from idea to first draft of your breakout romance novel. Join best-selling romance author and academic researcher, Alicia Leigh, as you discover: *How to take your love interests on the "lovers' journey" - inclusive of ALL types of romantic relationships: ménage, alien, LGBTQI, polyamory, etc. *A unique five-act structure to make your story easy to write and manage. *The specific story "beats" exclusive to the romance genre (and which other books on writing typically exclude). *The story and character arcs necessary to classify your book as romance. *How to avoid stereotypes by focusing on archetypes. *Popular romance tropes. *Essential writing techniques. *Advice on dialogue. *The most common writing mistakes . . . and how to avoid them. *Goal, motivation, and conflict. *Fear, need, and flaw (what are they, and do you need them?). *Much more! Complete with checklists and over 30 writing exercises, The Romance Novel Formula , is the new essential romance writing guide for aspiring and experienced writers, plotters and pantsers, and professional researchers.