Regency Romance Era
The regency romance era is a hot genre for today's best-selling historical romance novels. Take a trip into the regency era and learn about the prevalent customs, places, and people. Then see practical tips on how you can weave them into your self-published books. Or, get fantastic book recommendations that are loosely based on history.
Hunt the Whistle: A Regency Era Prank or Passtime?
Imagine a cozy room of mixed company at a house party or something in Regency England. It is after dark, so the drawing room is lit with candles, and the dimly lit glow leads to this feeling of being hidden…
Hunt the Slipper: A Flirtatious Pastime in Regency England
Imagine a cozy drawing room in Regency England: the scent of beeswax candles in the air, the soft rustle of silk gowns, and the occasional burst of laughter echoing off the walls. It’s a winter evening, the hearth is glowing,…
Pantomimes in Regency Era England
When I think of Regency Era England, images of elegant balls, grand estates, and dashing dukes often come to mind. However, this period also gave rise to one of the most cherished forms of entertainment in British culture—the pantomime. These…
What was the Demi-monde in the Regency Era? Regency Romance Research
If I had to classify Kitty’s existence as the demi-monde in For the Love of a Courtesan, I would say that she had been on the fringes of that society. Seeing how the demi-monde was on the fringes of society…
Reading of the Banns and Cathedrals in the Regency Era
As I was writing For the Love of a Courtesan, I wanted to incorporate some historically accurate cathedral settings. I decided to pick St. James’s Cathedral to be the wedding venue for North and Kitty. However, I wanted to pull…
Regency Era Duels: Romance Novel Research
The focal point in For the Love of a Courtesan is the duel. It is the part of the book that really uproots everything and changes how the main characters (North and Kitty) interact with one another. For this scene,…
A Hidden Gem in Edinburgh: McEwan’s Tavern and its Role in For the Love of a Scottish Lass
In For the Love of a Scottish Lass, I wanted to capture the essence of historic Scotland, and one of the key settings that brings the story to life is McEwan’s Tavern. Nestled close to the bustling Portobello Promenade in…
2024 Preorder: For the Love of a Scottish Lass by Lyrica Lovell
Step back in time to Regency-era Scotland, where the haunting beauty of Ascog Hall sets the stage for a tale of love, mystery, and passion. In my latest historical romance novel, For the Love of a Scottish Lass, I, Lyrica…
All About the Cinderella Trope in Regency Romance
Today, let’s talk about the beloved Cinderella Trope in Regency Romances. Many authors like to write along trope lines, and this suits readers just fine as readers often look for a specific trope. Some examples of tropes, besides the Cinderella…
Was Edema Common in the Regency Era? (Dropsy)
Dropsy was a common ailment during the Regency Era. It was a serious medical condition that could lead to death, but it was not fatal in all cases. You may have questions about how it progressed and what caused it.…
