Puerto Rican in Utah Indie BIPOC & OWN author of romance books—romantasy being her favorite genre—with diverse couples that resonate. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Y.F. Valentine began her artistic career as a cellist. Later in life, she transitioned to Software Engineering while pursuing her passion for writing. Music shapes her writing style by incorporating elements of rhythm and melody into her prose while crafting her characters.
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Ever read a book that spends three pages describing a sunset? Or one that jumps from action scene to action scene without letting you catch your breath? Both extremes can make a story feel unbalanced—either too slow or too chaotic. Great storytelling […]
What is it about Greek mythology that keeps us hooked, century after century? Is it the epic battles? The larger-than-life gods? The messy, all-too-human emotions? Or are we are attracted to the scandals of godly proportion? Whatever it is, these ancient stories […]
What if the god of light and prophecy grew tired of immortality? What if the woman he once chased through the woods was given a second chance—but this time, she wasn’t running? These are the questions that sparked the creation of Apocalyptic […]
I probably would have laughed if you had told me a few years ago that I’d be writing a fantasy novel set in the depths of Hades and the Underworld. Yet, here I am, and Kayla’s Hades has become one of the […]
Let’s be honest—dialogue can make or break your story. When done right, it pulls readers in, reveals your characters’ personalities, and keeps the story moving at a crisp pace. But when dialogue feels stiff or unnatural? Readers will bounce faster than you […]
You never get a second chance to make a first impression—and that couldn’t be truer for your web novel’s first chapter. With thousands of stories just a click away, your opening chapter needs to do more than introduce characters or settings. It […]
If you’ve ever tried writing a web novel, you know the struggle is real—keeping readers hooked chapter after chapter is no easy feat. With new content popping up daily, your story needs a solid structure to keep readers coming back for more. […]
Let’s face it—in the crowded world of web novels, standing out is no small feat. With thousands of stories vying for attention, how do you make yours pop? One word: visuals. Readers today don’t just want a good story—they want an experience. […]
Let’s be honest—one of the best parts of writing a web novel is building your own world. There’s something magical about creating a universe where your characters can fall in love, fight epic battles, or uncover ancient secrets. But here’s the catch—world-building […]
You know those stories where the side characters are so good, they almost become your favorites? (I’m looking at you, Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender and Haymitch from The Hunger Games.) A well-crafted supporting cast can take your story from “pretty […]