On Episode 22 of Beyond the Page, I’m joined by author Michelle Miles for a conversation about fantasy romance, fairy-tale retellings, dark paranormal romance, and the enduring appeal of happily-ever-after.

Michelle has written more than 45 books and explains why she was drawn to combining fantasy and romance, particularly the freedom that comes with creating worlds filled with magic, kingdoms, supernatural forces, and characters who still get to fall in love.

We talk about worldbuilding, the rise of romantasy, morally gray characters, slow-burn romance, fairy-tale retellings, and why hopeful stories can become especially appealing when the real world feels anything but hopeful.

Michelle also shares some valuable lessons from her publishing career, including the importance of author branding, newsletters, owning your relationship with readers, and finding creative ways to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.

Find Michelle: https://michellemilesbooks.com/

🎙️ Listen to Beyond the Page #22 | Fantasy, Romance & the Promise of a Happy Ending with Michelle Miles for the full conversation.