At the heart of every successful romance novel lies the evolution of its characters. Through love, heroes and heroines grow not only into a perfect match, but into stronger, better, more admirable people. Sarah MacLean admirablecharacterevolution share on social
Perhaps summer's ephemeral nature is what inspires us to embrace the beach read. We tell ourselves that these twisted plots and wild characters are literary ice cream sundaes - extravagant treats that aren't as calorie-laden when we're wearing flip flops. Sarah MacLean beachcaloriecharacter share on social
Alas, summer sun can't last forever. The days will grow cooler and shorter, and our skin will once again pale. Sarah MacLean alacoolday Change image and share on social
There is perhaps no more rewarding romance heroine than she who is not expected to find love. The archetype comes in many disguises - the wallflower, the spinster, the governess, the single mom - but always with one sad claim: Love is not in her cards. Sarah MacLean archetypecardclaim share on social
Of all the myriad ways we define love, there is perhaps none more honest and powerful than this: Great love is rooted in great partnership. Sarah MacLean definegreathonest Change image and share on social
I'm so thrilled to have won the RITA. The award is particularly special because it is given by other romance authors. It's deeply rewarding and not a little humbling to be honored by such a talented tribe of writers. Sarah MacLean authorawarddeeply share on social
The best romance writers know there's nothing that builds conflict or makes a gentleman of a rogue more quickly than responsibility. Sarah MacLean buildconflictgentleman Change image and share on social
Gone are the days when heroes are emotionally locked away from the world until the end of the book, and thank goodness for that. Modern romance heroes are more complex than ever. Sarah MacLean bookcomplexday Change image and share on social
'A Rogue by Any Other Name' is the first book in the 'Rules of Scoundrels' series, centered on a legendary pre-Victorian casino and her four scandalous aristocratic owners. Sarah MacLean aristocraticbookcasino Change image and share on social
Colleen McCullough taught me that desire is the heart of romance. Sarah MacLean colleendesireheart Change image and share on social
