Slow Burn Romance by Kasie West

"There’s so much more to a kiss than the kiss. We’ll discuss how to craft a story that will have your
readers begging for the HEA. We’ll discuss elements such as conflict, characters, history, tension,
emotion and how to use them to build a perfect romance. And then, of course, we’ll talk about crafting the perfect kiss."


History

In order to know the future of your characters, you need to know their past
You need to know their personal history
You need to know their relationship history

Conflict

Check each chapter for conflict
What are your characters goals?
What are their obstacles?

Time

Throw your love interests together often, so they can learn more about each other
Show them being vulnerable

Dialogue

Chemistry comes through dialogue!

Moderation

Accidental touching
Build up the physical contact
How does the contact make them feel? (Sometimes you show this, sometimes you tell)

The Kiss

There is usually a BEAT right before the kiss
The kiss is more powerful writing from the emotions that surround the kiss