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Category Archives: Characterisation
yes, but do you *like* me?
Like exists in a sort of sub-category of romantic love. When you are in love with someone, it’s assumed that you also like them. It’s assumed so unconsciously that we almost never think of it, much less question it. I … Continue reading
Posted in Characterisation, Love, review, Romance
Tagged A Gentleman Undone, cecilia grant
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4 more things to adore about Miss Marple
Special k and I watch a lot of who-dunnits. Sherlock (Holmes), Poirot, Whitechapel, Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries. But my very favourite is Miss Marple. The show, for one thing, is ridiculously well made. Sharp scripts, beautiful sets, well-shot and chock-full … Continue reading
Posted in Characterisation, Craft, dialogue, Love, Recommendations, review, Romance, TV
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The Regency: when men were men
One of my favourite historical details about the Regency is that men used to cry in Parliament to express their sensitivity. But I digress. Earlier this year I entered a whole bunch of the American contests, just to get my … Continue reading
Posted in Characterisation, Mine, Sex
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I met my husband like this:
I’m a massive fan of birthdays. I believe in broadcasting it to everyone for a good two weeks beforehand, and spoiling myself silly on the day. That doesn’t mean spending lots of money – it means on this one day … Continue reading
Posted in Characterisation, Love, on writing, Romance
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