From Gilgamesh to wolf shifters, the alpha hero has been causing problems for centuries. Here’s the full, opinionated history — and why I write him differently.
Tag: Paranormal Romance
In Defense of Reading Something Absolutely Ridiculous This Summer
Summer reading can be weird, joyful, unserious, nostalgic, romantic, magical, and completely ridiculous, because delight makes real life worth it.
Mate Bonds 101: Your Guide to Fated Mates in Paranormal Romance
If you’ve ever finished a paranormal romance novel and needed to lie on the floor for a few minutes because of what a mate bond just did…… Read more “Mate Bonds 101: Your Guide to Fated Mates in Paranormal Romance”
Wounded, Weird, and Still Worth Rooting For
Perfect is boring. I’m just gonna go ahead and put that on record. I like wonky, slightly-too-crispy homemade cookies. I like jeans that are frayed at the…… Read more “Wounded, Weird, and Still Worth Rooting For”
Last, Current, Next, and Why I’m Rereading My Own Books
I get a lot of comfort from keeping track of my last / current / next stacks. I don’t know if it’s the multiple of three, the…… Read more “Last, Current, Next, and Why I’m Rereading My Own Books”
The Art of the Slow Burn – Why We Love to Suffer (and Why I Live to Write It)
Alright, y’all. Grab your beverage of choice, get comfy, and let’s talk about the most delicious, soul-crushing, heart-stopping agony in all of fiction: the slow burn romance.…… Read more “The Art of the Slow Burn – Why We Love to Suffer (and Why I Live to Write It)”
More Than A Pack: Why Found Family in Paranormal Romance Hits Different
Let’s dive right in today and get real for a sec. Forget the first kiss. Forget the epic battle where the heroes save the day. Those are…… Read more “More Than A Pack: Why Found Family in Paranormal Romance Hits Different”
Unlocking the Secrets of the UNITY Universe: A Paranormal World Like No Other
Forget everything you think you know about paranormal romance Let’s get one thing straight. If you’re looking for a generic world of brooding vampires or werewolves who…… Read more “Unlocking the Secrets of the UNITY Universe: A Paranormal World Like No Other”
Raise Your Hand If You Love Winning Free Books
Any book lover would raise a hand to that, right? Okay, okay. In my case, I’m more likely to raise my glass to the idea. Cheers to…… Read more “Raise Your Hand If You Love Winning Free Books”
Book Five Soundtrack
My husband and I attended a seriously awesome concert earlier this month, and it’s had me locked in *Music Mode* for days now. Except when we’re sleeping,…… Read more “Book Five Soundtrack”
J. E. Martin Books 