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Darkness. Fear. Suspense. Haste. Anger. == Gothic Romance
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Gothic romance isn't as popular as it used to be, but it has strong roots in the late 18th, early 19th century. "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley considered an early Gothic classic.
Authors who have defined the genre include Ann Radcliffe, Rebecca Brandywyne, and Victoria Holt.
So what is a "gothic" romance? It's mystery. It's supernatural. It's romance. It's perfect for October.
Want to tackle writing a gothic romance? Keep the following elements in line:
#1 - ATMOSPHERE. There's gloomy language and contrasts between light and shadows - and the shadows are stronger. Think flickering lamps.
#2 - SETTING. Can vary, but usually the story is set in an old castle or mansion, moon swept moors, secret passages, graveyards, remote locations, and secret rooms.
#3 ANCIENT PROPHECY/OMENS. - There's chains that clank, eerie sounds, and ghoulish screams. There may even be an omen or prophecy which imply a supernatural source.
#4 - THE HERO. - He's darkly handsome with a mysterious past. He's talented, yet solitary, and deeply flawed. He would never hurt the heroine, but he will harbor secrets if he thinks it will keep her safe.
#5 - THE HEROINE. - The modern heroine is strong willed, feisty, curious, yet ignorant of the situation around her. She must put the clues together to solve the mystery which the hero may try to prevent her from doing. Women in distress are a frequent theme in gothic romance and it gives the hero a chance to save the day despite his deeply flawed nature.
#6 - HIGH EMOTIONS. - Everything the hero and heroine feels is intensified. This helps to heighten the suspense and add conflict.
#7 - METONYMY. - This is a type of metaphor where the description is used to represent something else, i.e., thunder and lightning might mean crazy laughter.
The big difference between a gothic romance and a paranormal is that a paranormal romance has out of this world supernatural happenings whereas as the gothic romance has haunted happening based in a real cause.
Gothic romance can be a lot of fun this time of year so grab a book and enjoy the darkness.
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Your Romance/Love NL Editors:
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StephBee
Feedback from my last Romance/Love NL dated: 14 SEP 2016, DENIAL
Starr Phenix 
Great article! To answer the question, yes, I have denied feelings for a number of people I've been attracted to for one reason or another. Some of it is that I am scared to put myself out there. Some of it is that they are otherwise attached. As far as couples deliberately keeping their love a secret goes, I think it heightens things in a way - kind of like role playing. If no one but the two of you know, it is your precious little secret, just for the two of you. I think that applies whether you are famous or not.
P.S. Thanks for putting my poem in the newsletter! 
You're welcome!
I also wanted to share some feedback for Crys-not really here  who edited her last Romance/Love NL dated: 21 SEP:
Dandelion Man
We will miss you.
Monty 
Thanks for the opportunity to read your News Letters. It is not hard to start over as a Black case.
I left WDC last August, a Moderater, came back Black and like it still. Could not stay away. Think on the difference and choose what you think is best.
shaara
Sorry to se you go. You'll be back.
LOL,
Shaara
StephBee
Maranda, it's been a pleasure working with you as a Romance/Love NL editor. Enjoy the new chapter that you've opened. You'll be missed.
StephBee is a 911 dispatcher for LAPD. She's also an assistant cubmaster for her local cub scout Pack. Her novel, "The Wolf's Torment" has been published by Desert Breeze Publishing and won GOLD in the Reader's Favorite Contest for "Supernatural Fiction." You can find excerpts and images of "The Wolf's Torment" here in her WDC Port and it's available as an ebook on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. It's the perfect read for this time of year! |
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