There’s nothing like curling up with a romance novel and disappearing into a world of love, passion and dashing strangers. And when it comes to romance novels, Mills & Boon has dominated the field for over a century, with genres ranging from erotica to non-fiction and fantasy as well. We asked three local Mills & Boon authors some of our top love-related questions. Read on to find out what they shared:
Best love tips?
“Humour is powerful because romance that’s filled with laughter is super sexy. Besides, if you’re going to be with someone for a long time, you’ve got to be able to laugh with and at each other.” – Joss Wood author of Secrets of the A-List
“ Traditional gestures: a surprise supper, flowers or biltong. And doing things your partner doesn’t like doing. Does he hate cooking? then cook! Thoughtfulness is romantic.” – Thérèse Beharrie author of The Millionaire’s Redemption
“Everyday things, like writing “ I love you” in the steamed up bathroom mirror or making me breakfast.” – Lucy Ryder author of Rebel Doc on Her Doorstep
Biggest romance mistakes?
“‘I love you,’ said before or during sex is best ignored. I believe that you can’t force someone to love you. There’s no rule that says, ‘I love you so you have to love me back.'” – Joss
“Staying with someone you know is wrong for you is a common one.” – Thérèse
“Stalking a guy and coming across as desperate. Guys like to think that they’re doing the chasing!” – Lucy
Relationship deal-breakers?
“Cheating. Don’t say it ‘just happened’. Getting up close and personal (and naked) involves a series of choices.” – Joss
“Disrespect and lack of consideration.”- Thérèse
“Cheating, because I should be enough. Also, stalker dudes. A guy you’ve just met declaring undying love. Seriously?” – Lucy
Looking for more love advice? Check out our guide to dating without the weight gain and our DOs and DON’Ts of meeting the parents .
