Romance novels have been brushed off as undeserving of literary value for years. In recent years, however, there has been a shift in how people view romance novels. Writers of romance novels are beginning to earn respect for their work, and readers are beginning to see the value in them as well. There's something about a good romance novel that just draws us in, and we can't help but root for the characters to find their happily ever after. These stories have a way that can transport you to another world and believe in the power of love.If you're like Julie, you love a good romance novel. But have you ever wondered how these great authors come up with the stories and characters? And more importantly, why have they chosen this as their purpose in life? In this episode, we will explore the minds of seven fantastic romantic authors from the Wild World Press and find out what motivates them to write stories of love and passion. From personal experiences to simply following their heart, these writers have different reasons for doing what they do.The Wild Rose Press’ new series, Passport to Pleasure, revolves around erotic romantic stories having an American character traveling to exotic international places where they meet their happily ever nows or afters. The Wild Rose Press was founded in 2006 by RJ Morris and Rhonda Penders, who believe there should be a better, friendlier way to publish books. About The Authors of The Wild Rose Press Nicki Pascarella (Steamy Cairo Nights) writes women's fiction, romance, sexy mysteries, and humor. Sofia Aves (Pacific Persuasion: Australian Customs Security Romance) is a USA Today Bestselling author who writes fast-paced police romances, sizzling military units, steamy cowboys with a Montana backdrop, and the occasional cheeky god. Eliza March (Hot Highland Fling) is a multi-published and best-selling author in the multi-romantic genres, from romantic comedy to BDSM. Hanna Park (Sorrento Seduction) is an award-winning erotic romance author who writes stories that make you laugh, cry, and love. Gabbi Grey (Valentino in Vancouver) is a USA Today Bestselling author who writes contemporary, gay, sweet, and dark erotic BDSM romances. Darah Lace (Getting Lucky in London) is an erotic contemporary romance author who brings journeys of desire, seduction, and forbidden pleasure in her novels.  Lisa Dawn MacDonald is the Marketing Director of Wild Rose Press who makes romantic suspense, historical and mainstream fiction come to life in the pages of her novels.What You Will Learn From This Episode02:56 - Passport to Pleasure 04:35 - All about erotic romance and writing from different viewpoints15:28 - Writing with a community of authors in the Wild Rose Press21:27 - What inspires them to write romance novels29:12 - Why are they obsessed with the Wild Rose PressResources MentionedObsessed with Dreaming Bigger ft. Rhonda Penders: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obsessed-with-dreaming-bigger-ft-rhonda-penders/id1559480972?i=1000545180941Meghan Quinn: https://authormeghanquinn.com/Janet Evanovich: https://evanovich.com/Connect with The Wild Rose PressWebsite: https://wildrosepress.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWildRosePressTwitter: https://twitter.com/wildrosepressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewildrosepress/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thewildrosepressSofia Aves: https://www.sofiaaves.com/ Eliza March: https://elizamarch.com/Hanna Park: https://www.hannapark.ca/Nicki Pascarella: https://www.nickipascarella.com/Gabbi Grey: http://www.gabbigrey.com/Darah Lace: http://www.darahlace.com/Lisa Dawn MacDonald: http://lisadawnmacdonald.com/See What Your Obsessed Girls Are Doing and Send Us Feedback!CROWN AND COMPASS | Linktree -  https://linktr.ee/crownandcompassgirls