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Mindy Obenhaus | Sweet Romance
There seems to be a misconception about sweet romance. Sweet romances are not
all bonnets and prairies. Nor are they about baking or chocolate, though that
would definitely make for a delicious book. One that would probably have me
reaching for bonbons with every page.
As with any romance, sweet romances must have a satisfying ending. After all, a
romance without a happily-ever-after is like a Starbucks without coffee.
To help set the record straight, though, here are a few things you may or may
not know about sweet romances.
Sweet romances do not have sex.
Or as I tell people, no bodice ripping. Okay, so you may have already figured
this one out. However, as the name infers, sweet romances are loaded with
romance. Two people falling in love. And isnโt that the best part of a romance
novel anyway?
In sweet romances, sexual tension, rather than sex itself, move the relationship
and the story forward. By the end of the book, the reader knows the couple has a
strong foundation to build a solid future together.
Sweet romances have real people, with real problems.
Just because a romance is sweet, doesnโt mean the characters are. They are
flawed people, just like you and me. They have pasts. Pasts that left them
wounded, scarred and the people they are today.
I write inspirational romance, which is sweet romance with a faith element woven
throughout the story, though not in a preachy manner. In my books I have tackled
topics such as abortion, premarital sex, teen pregnancy, divorce and single
parenting. And, yes, those were with my main characters.
Sweet romances have sub-genres, too.
As I said at the beginning of this post, not all sweet romances are bonnets and
prairies. But if you like bonnets and prairies, there are sweet romances for
you. Amish, historicalsโฆ? There all there. Contemporaries, too.
Sweet romances are suitable for almost any age.
Imagine you, your mother and your teenage daughter reading the same book. Okay,
so your teenage daughter might not actually tell you that sheโs reading the same
book. But if she did, you could rest easy.
Giveaway
Now itโs your turn. Have you ever read a sweet or inspirational romance? If not,
would you ever consider reading one? If youโre a romance reader, what most
appeals to you in a story?
One commenter will win a copy of A FATHERS SECOND CHANCE.
It took Mindy Obenhaus forty years to figure out what she wanted to do when
she grew up. But once God called her to write, she never looked back. Sheโs
passionate about touching readers with Biblical truths in an entertaining, and
sometimes adventurous, manner. Mindy is a two-time finalist for American
Christian Fiction Writers prestigious Carol Award. She lives in Texas with her
husband and kids. When sheโs not writing, she enjoys cooking and spending time
with her grandchildren.
Repairing Her Heart Businesswoman Celeste Thompson has one
goal: to make her restaurant and hotel a success. She doesn't need any
distractions, even from handsome contractor Gage Purcell and his two adorable
little girls. Besides, single dad Gage is just biding his time before a big job
at the mines comes through. But as Celeste's project springs to life, their
arguments transform into attraction. Gage isn't looking for romance,
especially not with another career-driven woman like his ex-wife. But
openhearted Celeste is more than just another work-consumed client. She might
just be his happily-ever-after.
Comments
22 comments posted.
Re: Mindy Obenhaus | Sweet Romance
I definitely have read and enjoy sweet and inspirational romance books... I love seeing the characters get past whatever obstacles are in their way and finding happiness.
(Colleen Conklin 11:25am March 4, 2016)
Sweet romance books are my favorite. I love seeing characters with "real problems" falling in love.
(Timberlee Ramsey 12:20pm March 4, 2016)
Colleen, those obstacles are what keep me reading. Of course, they also drive me crazy. Call me impatient, but I want the hero and heroine together NOW. ;)
(Mindy Obenhaus 1:22pm March 4, 2016)
Hi, Timberlee! I love your name. As a writer, it's my hope that those real problems make the story relatable. After all, we all have problems.
(Mindy Obenhaus 1:24pm March 4, 2016)
Real people who struggle and have to resolve their problems
with real solutions.
(Sharon Berger 3:31pm March 4, 2016)
I love reading romances! They are my favorites!! I am open to reading all
kinds of romance novels, regardless of the time period or age, etc. However,
one thing that does appeal to me is a happy ending for the lovers. I enjoy the
suspense and drama throughout the story, but I always prefer books where
the lovers unite as one in the ending.
(Lily Shah 4:53pm March 4, 2016)
I have read them and especially like the ones that have children in them that try to get the couple together
(Jeri Dickinson 5:33pm March 4, 2016)
Yes, I've read sweet romances as well as gritty, alpha, and second chances
romances. All things being equal, I like when my people work through their
problems to achieve their HEAs. I really don't need an anatomy lesson in
my romances 😉
(Kathleen Bylsma 10:08pm March 4, 2016)
yes .
(Shanan Moening 2:37am March 5, 2016)
Yes , I have read sweet romance books and I do prefer those books to the ones with the ' hot hot sex '. Some books I won't finish reading because of the words in them . I do love the good clean books the best . Just like a real good movie is ruined by some bad language that could have been left out .
(Joan Thrasher 11:50am March 5, 2016)
I also like clean books with love. I read a book last year
and there were personal comments they made to each other and
others did not know what they meant. Not sexual but sweet.
(Leona Olson 2:12pm March 5, 2016)
I like books that deal with people who have kids and the kids want to get the ones together with their Mom or Dad they are always cute and fun to read on the things on how they do it
(Jeri Dickinson 2:42pm March 5, 2016)
The story seems to be a really sweet one :)
(Nour el houda Zine 10:40pm March 5, 2016)
I read Christian/Inspirational romances regularly, but just
read my first Love Inspired Historical about a month ago
and loved it. I haven't read a LI contemporary, yet, but
look forward to it.
(Terrill Rosado 5:50am March 6, 2016)
I have always liked the ones with children in them especially when they try to get their parents together
(Jeri Dickinson 1:10pm March 6, 2016)
I have read sweet romance and inspirational romance. I love the fact that the stories address real problems that we are all facing. They tell us that we are not alone in facing our problems.
(Kai Wong 5:10pm March 6, 2016)
I love reading sweet clean romances. I love to read how the
characters find their way to love and their happy ever
after. I like that I don't have to read all the unecessary
detailed love scenes. I do enjoy the Love Inspired line of
books.
(Maryann Skaritka 2:23pm March 7, 2016)
I really like the ones that have kids in them they are usually really sweet and fun to read
(Jeri Dickinson 5:21pm March 8, 2016)
You are new to me. Welcome to my world!
(Sandra Spilecki 12:17pm March 9, 2016)
Yes, I enjoy reading sweet romances.
(Anna Speed 12:24pm March 9, 2016)
Yes I have.. I do have a few of your books :)
I like sweet clean romance.
(Deanna Stevens 1:03pm March 9, 2016)
Love the ones that have kids in them especially ones where the kids do everything they can to get people together
(Jeri Dickinson 5:17pm March 9, 2016)
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