Why I read and write historical romance (and what I've learned about storytelling)

Big confession: I used to look down my nose at historical romance as a genre. Just as many others, I had a vision of badly researched bodice-rippers with sappy, predictable stories.

Plus, the kind of covers you’d want to hide with brown paper.

I missed out on so much great reading, but I’ve been catching up. Why? Keep reading for the answer.

First, what ex…