Tropes are "story shorthand" that readers love. Use them as a foundation, then add a unique twist:
: Pretending to be in a relationship for a specific goal (e.g., to please family), only for real feelings to emerge.
: Former lovers who reunite years later after they have grown and changed. 🗺️ The Standard 5-Part Romance Structure
To keep readers engaged, your story should include these core components: