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Ella James is the USA Today + Amazon Top 10 bestselling author of more than twenty books. Ella lives in Colorado with her husband and three kids. When she's not writing, you can find her in the foothills. ...more

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Ella James The free Hansel follow-up story, which will be sent to newsletter subscribers, has been written and is being edited. I expect to release it soon.
Ella James Yep! You can order a copy on my web site, www.ellajamesbooks.com :)
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The Emotional Themes That Define Ella James Romance Novels

Ella James is known for writing romance that goes beyond surface-level attraction. Her stories often center on emotional intensity — characters who are broken, conflicted, or navigating complicated personal histories.

One of the defining characteristics of her novels is angst-driven romance. Rather than easy love stories, her characters face moral dilemmas, family tension, and deeply personal strug

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“We’re not meant to be alone. We’re made with holes inside our souls. The only way to survive is to fill them.”
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“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let the pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness.”
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“I think I understand. Why all great things are sad. Why silence aches. Why people lose their way.”
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