I often began a romance but didn’t finish it for one (or all) of those reasons. I also tend to grow quickly impatient with poor writing, unengaging plot lines, poorly drafted characters, etc. But, I’m unusual compared to the vast majority of romance readers in that I prefer to read books with less “steamy” content, something that is extremely difficult to find. I was the obnoxious patron at the library who was constantly requesting books through the interlibrary loan because I’d gone through the entire collection at my local branch. I have long been a fan of historical romance. I am one of those odd writers who never dreamed of being one. Website Photo courtesy Annalisa Rosenvall Did you always want to be a writer? Or was there a particular instance that put you on the path to a writing career? Sarah is represented by Pam van Hylckama Vlieg at Foreword Literary Agency. She has twice served as the Master of Ceremonies for the LDStorymakers Writers Conference and acted as the Writer in Residence at the Northwest Writers Retreat. Combining her obsession with history and affinity for tender love stories, Sarah loves crafting witty characters and heartfelt romances. Eden is the author of multiple historical romances, including Longing for Home, Hope Springs, and Whitney Award finalists Seeking Persephone and Courting Miss Lancaster.
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