I always thought I sprinkled a bit of romance in every story, and then a good friend called me out. She said, “Where’s the romance? I need someone to fall in love!”

Mind blown.

Now, I’m wondering: How much romance is too much? How much is enough?

Just to clarify, I am not writing a romance novel. Not sure I have it in me. Luckily, one of my characters in Home and Dragons, Randall, is head over heels for another character, who is oblivious to his attentions. So, before his pining gets on my nerves, how much romance should be in a good Urban Fantasy novel? 

Here’s Randall. AI finally got a character right! He’s a mess and as much of a goofball as he looks. He’s also smarter than most of us. How can I refuse to let him have a meaningful relationship?

This is my quandary this week. Right now, I’m letting him moon over his love, follow her around like a puppy, and she still has no clue.

Looking for suggestions.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. For those who don’t care for romance, don’t worry. Home and Dragons is not a “Romantasy” novel, even though Randall is not the only one who wants to strike up a romance with another character.