1. Choose a subgenre.

Romance can fit in other genres. Having a subgenre will give you more to write plot wise.

2. Compelling Characters.

Like I need to care about these people and their love story.

3. Don’t Be Afraid of Romance Tropes

Use them. They exist for reason. But add your uniqueness to them.

4. Set the stage effectively

Romance is all about escape — and if the setting isn’t immersive enough, readers won’t be able to lose themselves in the story.