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Desiree Span is an emerging voice in contemporary romance and women's fiction, with novels praised as "must-reads," "heartbreaking," and "captivating."

Born in the Netherlands to a Dutch father and a Caribbean mother, she was raised with the best of both cultures and surrounded by a mix of languages, traditions, and perspectives that continue to shape her storytelling. Her stories draw readers in with emotional depth, multicultural characters, and the kind of settings that stay with you. Her protagonists are deeply human—flawed, complex, and each facing their own struggles as they fight to earn the love and happily-ever-after they deserve.

She holds a master’s degree in English and Education and another in Film and Performing Arts. When she’
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Desiree Span I'm currently working on my third novel, which will be published in 2019. I'll keep you posted on how it's coming along…moreI'm currently working on my third novel, which will be published in 2019. I'll keep you posted on how it's coming along(less)
Desiree Span I’ve been fortunate not to struggle much with writer’s block, but there are times when I feel stuck, usually when I am unsure how to move the story fo…moreI’ve been fortunate not to struggle much with writer’s block, but there are times when I feel stuck, usually when I am unsure how to move the story forward. When that happens, I take a short break and let the story rest. Coming back to it with fresh eyes often brings new ideas.(less)
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The editing phase

So then, after a year of pantsing, plotting, writing and re-reading for many hours, I finally finished my third novel. It feels strange typing the 'The End' sentence and then letting go.
At the moment my third baby is growing up and moving into the editing phase; a challenging but exciting new chapter in the process of writing a novel.
I'll let you know how this is going...
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“Rope? Are you serious? It’s not a glowing rope. It’s The Lasso of Truth!”
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“The world moves on with or without you, Matt. Things never stay the same. So when an opportunity like this presents itself you have to take it.”
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“If you give in now, this is the best you’ll ever get,” she said to Elena. “Make him work for it, girl!”
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“Memories of a man who is gone forever and has left me with an unmendable broken heart.”
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