We’re celebrating the arrival of Spring and the Vernal Equinox for 2023. Spring is a time to celebrate romance. So we are celebrating with some jokes to tickle your punny bone.
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Breaking News: Bertrice Small’s Skye O’Malley Is Coming to Apple TV+ as a New Series
Finally, a true bodice ripper historical movie for us to enjoy! Bertrice Small’s epic erotic romance is coming to television soon!
Free Printable Reading Log and Planner for 2023
We’re offering a free printable reading planner for your convenience to use in 2023 to keep track of your reading list.
To DNF or Finish the Book? A Reader’s Dilemma
Not sure if you should abandon or finish your current read? We’ll give you tips on how to decide with this guide on the reader’s dilemma: DNF or finish the book.
Top Ten Tuesday: Our Spring 2023 To-Be-Read List
We’re listing ten books we have on our to be read list for Spring 2023 for this week’s Top Ten Tuesday theme.
Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Best Classic Romances of All Time
We’re listing our ten best classic romances for our first Top Ten Tuesday post. Top Ten Tuesday: Genre Freebie Week We’re dipping our toes into something new here—Top Ten Tuesdays—and if you like it, let us know, and we’ll keep this going as a regular or semi-regular segment. “Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke…
Victor Gadino Artwork for Sale at Fine Art America
Artist Victor Gadino is offering prints and products featuring his amazing romance cover art for sale at Fine Art America. Act fast to add some Gadino art to your collection.
Hidden Gems & Crown Jewels: The Rise of Black Historical Romances in the 1990s
The rise of Black romance novels–especially historicals–provided a platform for diverse representation in a genre that had long ignored this socio-demographic. The last decade of the twentieth century was a time of great change and progress for African American fiction in general.
Valentine’s Day Is Here Again, So Let’s Have Some Fun
Valentine’s Day has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. Today it is celebrated all around the world, with each country putting its own unique twist on the holiday.
24 Super Sweet Valentine’s Day Ideas for Couples & Friends to Enjoy
Whether you’re single or in a relationship, Valentine’s Day can be a fun day (or night). Here are 12 ways couples and 12 ways friends can appreciate this day dedicated to love together.
Link: 40+ Romance Novel Sales Statistics [2023]
In this article, we’ll look at the latest romance book genre sales statistics and insights into the world of romance novels. Learn about the average reader, the bestselling romance novels of all time, and the evolving trends in the genre.
Celebrating National Hugging Day: Spread Love with a Hug!
Did you know today, January 21st, 2023 is National Hugging Day? Sweet Savage Flame is spreading the love by sending virtual hugs to all.
Sweet Savage Flame’s Best of 2022
The old year is over, and a new year has begun. Let’s look back at Sweet Savage Flame’s highest-ranking articles and our favorite reads of 2022.
21 Old-School Cover Artists All Romance Readers Should Know
Sweet Savage Flame believes it’s essential to keep the memory of these skilled cover illustrators and their works alive. These 21 names are among the best romance cover artists to have designed clinch covers.
Romance Versus Romantic Fiction: What’s the Confusion All About?
In fiction, what genre is romance and what is romantic fiction? It’s not a simple question as the answer draws confusion. Every month or so, controversy arises on Twitter, with some posters unable to comprehend the difference between the two terms. Besides, why must there be rules for romance?