Themes and Tropes

Most readers have favorite genres and sub-genres. Mystery lovers might prefer police procedurals or cozies. Some prefer suspense. Romance readers might zero in on any of the myriad Harlequin imprints, or they might eschew those in favor of the deeper “single title” books. Whatever they choose, readers like comfort and familiarity when they pick up a book, and there are some tried and true themes and tropes.

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