Search results
9 gru 2023 · While scrolling on this bookish platforms, i’ve stumbled upon some of these terms and gathered them to curate a list of common romance novel terms and abbreviations within the romance community. So, if you’re looking for an A-Z glossary with all the romance terms you need to know, look no further!
24 mar 2024 · In this guide, we’ll decode some of the most common acronyms used by romance readers, helping you unlock the secrets of this beloved genre. HEA – Happily Ever After: One of the most cherished elements of a romance novel is the promise of a happily ever after (HEA).
29 kwi 2019 · Whether you’re an author, book blogger, or a reader checking out reviews, it’s worth your while to learn the difference between an alpha and a beta, or between a DIK and a DNF. Here’s the glossary I’ve put together after the last two years of trying to figure out what’s what.
10 kwi 2023 · Insta-love — When the characters fall in love right away. Meet Cute — When the two romantic protagonists meet for the first time, often under unusual (cute) circumstances. MMC — Male Main ...
24 kwi 2023 · There are many different types of romance and romantic genres, In this guide, I’ve detailed exactly what is a romance trope and listed 100 common tropes and their meanings. By knowing what romance tropes are out there, you can see what tropes may be of interest to you and which ones you would avoid.
19 wrz 2023 · First up, you’ll find a shortlist of some of the most common book acronyms. These are the ones you’ll see a LOT all over forums online, Bookstagram, and even filtering into real life usage. These are the top acronyms to remember and will help you find your footing in the book community.
Some romance terms are fairly straightforward, but others make no sense on their own, or are acronyms that would be impossible to figure out without some help. So, in order to help you, dear romance reader, we’ve created the definitive Glossary of Romance Terms and Definitions (in mostly alphabetical order).