RWA Mini-update #1 Back to Blog
I realized that it would probably be easier for me to post a few small updates instead of one long recap (due to some time constraints right now), so, here goes!
What would editors and agents like to see? Well, the general consensus was that paranormals were hot–hot and expected to continue to be good sellers. Historicals are proving to be in high demand–so if that’s your area, this is good news for you! Sweet romances are also a good market (according to the booksellers there). The erotic romance market is tightening up–still selling, but harder to break into this area. Of course, folks were advised not to just follow market trends, but instead to focus on writing the best possible book. But, isn’t that what writers do anyway? I’m always a bit thrown when I hear a statement like that b/c I think, well, not like anyone sets out to write the worst possible book, right? (Sorry, got on a tangent there!)
More info to come!
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Hmm, I don’t read erotica, but had noticed that it was booming everywhere lately. I’m surprised by your news. As for Paranormals being HOT? They obviously read Midnight’s Master. *G* Most of all, as a reader not a writer, my opinion doesn’t mean much. I do, however, find the information interesting.
“Erotic romance is tightening up” – hahahahaha, tickled my English funnybone there! 😀
Mine is a paranormal, so I’m happy. I’m guessing you are, too. 🙂
Thanks for the update. I’m amused, too when I hear that about write the best book…
I’m glad to hear paranormals are still hot, I love reading them. Keep up the good work, it’s the writing skills of the authors that have made the sales of these books so popular