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Continue reading →: The Pygmalion Effect: how character beliefs can shape powerful arcsIn storytelling, this isn’t just a fascinating concept. It’s a tool for deepening character relationships, revealing inner conflict, and creating compelling arcs.
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Continue reading →: “So You Want to Write Romance” – May 17 virtual eventAre you dreaming of writing your first romance novel but unsure where to begin? Don’t miss “So You Want to Write Romance”—a one-day virtual workshop hosted by the Romance Writers of America on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
Hello,
I’m Melissa
Latina, domestic violence and abuse survivor, cat lover, and I take my coffee black. I write contemporary romance rooted in emotional depth, cultural nuance, and second chances.
#AmWriting: a story about healing, courage, and what it really means to choose love without losing yourself.
Real love honors who we are, not just the roles we’ve been told to play.
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