Falling in love

a feeling of possession, but at the same time we drive the other person away when they try to take too much. Often it is either sex, or love, but rarely both. This is why most romance writers fail. They try to make sex turn into love, and it can't be done. A person will look for a lover who shares character traits with them, and more importantly they must share 'needs.' Conflicts can arise if they don't share similar 'wants,' but these will be overcome. Don't ever make your heroine sacrifice a 'need' for a mate, this will make her appear like a doormat. When you create a couple, pay attention to their differences. Opposites attract, but only when one person admires the traits that make the other different. To make a believable romance story these traits must be linked to the character's archetype and needs. The emotional bond between the characters and reader will break if the attraction is based on the character's wants. The five ways to express heartfelt commitment are listed below. It is these that will trigger emotions in the reader. The first is words. This person needs constant, verbal affirmation. Yet, romance authors often stab this reader in the heart. The couple has sex, it's awesome, then they separate to relive the experience alone. We don't even see the couple say goodbye. This reader won't believe the hero, and heroine love each other. But, if they share a simple compliment this reader's attitude will change. Another way we cheat this reader is by never having one character appreciate what the other does for them. A simple 'thank you' would go a long way to touching the heart of this reader. The next method of showing love is through quality time. This is a hard one. A lot of romance novels put the couple together only long enough for them to have sex, or solve a problem. Some readers will see this couple as indifferent, and wonder why they keep seeing each other. When they decide to fall in love this reader will cry, 'contrite, fabricated, and lame.' For this reader, the characters should start the story by working together, then sharing their off time together, and finally spending time together that should be spent elsewhere. Receiving gifts has always been an expression of love but can be a two edged sword. Some readers will feel the hero is trying to buy

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