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Men and women think, talk, and act differently - which causes problems for writers who are trying to create characters of the opposite sex. When we understand the difference between masculine and feminine qualities and habits, we can use those behaviors and patterns to create characters who are plausible and unique, but not stereotypical. Writing between the Sexes will help you to identify your own gender-specific behaviors, notice those of the opposite sex, and use both to make your characters believable.

No matter how exciting the plot, it's the people in a story who make it memorable. The techniques and examples in Creating Romantic Characters will help you produce provocative, exciting, forceful characters with dynamic stories. Whether you're writing romance novels, stories which include romantic relationships, or general fiction, this book will help you create charactes who are romantic and heroic, adventurous and mysterious - larger than life.

Jake Abbott needs a peaceful place to stay while he’s investigating one of Denver’s premiere businesses. His brother’s empty house should be the ideal location, if it wasn’t already occupied by a disturbingly attractive young woman. Still, Jake isn’t about to leave till his special project at Tanner Electronics is finished—and until he’s satisfied his desire for Cassie.