There are hundreds of romance writers; thousands!
There are rock stars within the romance community and romance readers know who they are."
(In fact, this was the reason behindFifty Shadesnow-iconic non-traditional cover featuring a necktie.)
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Ultimately for James, the novel marked a return to writing for herself.
“This is something new.”
Because it is so bleak.
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But [Alessia] is so stoic and brave, she works hard to keep herself safe.
That’s what I [hope comes] across within the book."
HoweverThe Misteris received, James' work has propelled the romance genre to the center of cultural conversations.
“You’re really no longer talking about a piece of literature; you’re not talking about writing.
You’re talking about a cultural touchstone.”
I would have never started writing if I hadn’t read that book….
I became so invested in all of these stories that I wanted to write my own."
You’re not going to scratch the surface of how broad and complex and nuanced this genre is….
The romance genre is better forFifty Shades."
Indeed, the debate over her books doesn’t concern her too much.
“It’s not a conversation I particularly want to be part of,” she says.
“There are other things in the world to worry about than someone’s romantic story.
I’m here to entertain people and make them escape daily life.
That’s all I want to do.”
Head back to EW next week for our full Q&A with James onThe Mister.
