Ines Johnson discusses the evolution of the Cinderella story and the rise of the “Girl on her own horse” trope.
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Ryan Muree: The Dirty on “Clean” vs “Dirty” Stories
Ryan Muree discusses the divide between stories that contain sexual relations and stories that don’t, and whether there’s a need for new classifications and terminology.
R. A. Steffan: Reverse Harem and the Rise of Polyamorous Fantasy Romance
R.A. Steffan discusses the origins of reverse harem, its evolution, and the rise of polyamorous fantasy romance.
Catharine Glen: The Path To Reverse Harem Romance
Catharine Glen reveals the Eastern origins of the reverse harem genre, explains the difference with the Western style, and details the pleasures to be found in RH fantasy.
Jessica M. Butler: Why Does Romance Belong in Epic Fantasy?
J.M. Butler details the opposition to romance in epic fantasy, and explores reasons why romance belongs in the genre.
Ryan Muree: Validating Strong Women in Fantasy
Ryan Muree discusses depictions of strong women in fantasy and the need for inclusion and raising voices.
Nicolette Andrews: Book Review of Blade & Rose by Miranda Honfleur
Nicolette Andrews reviews romantic fantasy novel Blade & Rose by Miranda Honfleur.
Nicolette Andrews: Falling in Love with Fantasy Romance
Nicolette Andrews defines fantasy romance and discusses its significance.
Helen Allan: Three Things I Learned Writing Scarab: Falling Through Time (Writer Edition!)
Helen Allan recounts the lessons she gleaned from writing the Scarab series.
Miranda Honfleur: The Place of Romantic Fantasy
Miranda Honfleur discusses what’s meant by the term “romantic fantasy,” and its implications for readers and authors.