Amanda M. Hadlock

Romance Author

Explore my creative works, ongoing projects, and thoughts through my blog. Discover romance across genres and ages.

Come Read Between the Lines

Recent thoughts, insights, and stories from my writing journey.

Hero Support: The Power of Side Characters

Side characters do more than fill the background: they reveal a protagonist's humanity, build depth through loyalty and friendship, and sometimes steal the show. Here's why a strong supporting cast can become the heart of a story.

I Typed "The End". Then Someone Asked About Dinner

I just finished the first draft of my third novel, and the moment was every bit as joyful as I imagined. There were no fireworks or cheering crowds, though. Just me, two little words, and the very practical question of what was for dinner. Even without a grand finale, I’m celebrating how much I’ve grown as a writer and the joy that keeps me coming back to the page.

My Sci-Fi Era: Vikings, Aliens, and Explanatory Rabbit Holes

I set out to write a romance between a futuristic Viking princess and an alien prince, then promptly disappeared into a rabbit hole of cross-species genetics. Between wildly different contest feedback and a sci-fi romantasy that keeps calling me back, I'm learning to balance the worldbuilding I love with the story readers came for—and trust my instincts along the way.

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