Romance editing can be an emotional process; it's hard to let go of writing we've become attached to, even when it no longer serves us (or, more importantly, our readers). Read on for some insight into editing my first novel, The Refusal.

The Refusal. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.

I'm not a trope hater, and The Refusal has some tropes – of course it does! But I had this idea the other day and the idea made me laugh. Then I thought, it’s probably suicide to put something like this out. NOBODY is going to read this book. Then, being me, I got on a wild hair. I love a good contemporary romance trope to be honest. The Dream Man series by Kirsten Ashley is one of my favourites. Tack is definitely one of my favourites. Love the Elle Kennedy Briar U

Get ready for my debut romance novel, The Refusal! I just shared a teaser on my Instagram. Mark your calendars for the June 2nd launch date!