title: On Writing Romance: How to Craft a Novel That Sells
author:  Leigh Michaels 
description: Michaels is a RITA Award-nominated author of more than 75 romance novels, and she distills everything she has learned over the years into this useful writers' guide. After a short summary of the genre and a survey of the different kinds of romances, Michaels explores the process involved in writing a captivating love story. From creating convincing characters and understanding conflict to writing good dialogue and crafting an entertaining plot, <i>On</i> <i>Writing</i> <i>Romance</i> provides plenty of practical details and useful examples to help aspiring writers get started. Michaels even includes a concise guide to submitting a manuscript to a publisher and to marketing one's own work. A good basic introduction to a potentially gratifying pursuit suitable for most public library collections. <i>John Charles</i><br /><i>Copyright  American Library Association. All rights reserved</i>
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  Praise for USA TODAY bestselling author  
  KASEY MICHAELS
  
  “Kasey Michaels aims for the heart and never misses.”
  
  —New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts
  
  “A poignant and highly satisfying read…filled with simmering sensuality,
  subtle touches of repartee, a hero out for revenge and a heroine ripe for
  adventure. You’ll enjoy the ride.”
  
  —RT Book Reviews on How to Tame a Lady
  
  “Michaels’s new Regency miniseries is a joy…You will laugh and even shed a
  tear over this touching romance.”
  
  —RT Book Reviews on How to Tempt a Duke
  
  “Michaels has done it again…. Witty dialogue peppers a plot full of delectable
  details exposing the foibles and follies of the age.”
  
  —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on The Butler Did It
  
  “Michaels demonstrates her flair for creating likable protagonists who possess
  chemistry, charm and a penchant for getting into trouble. In addition, her
  dialogue and descriptions are full of humor.”
  
  —Publishers Weekly on This Must Be Love
  
  “Micha