Bea Fitzgerald

In this engaging discussion, bestselling YA authors Bea Fitzgerald and Ella McLeod dive into the sizzling world of romantasy. They emphasize raising stakes to deepen character yearning and tension, while cleverly navigating tropes to captivate readers. Bea breaks down romance beats within fantasy plots, urging writers to push conflicts to the extreme for maximum emotional impact. The duo highlights the importance of blending fantastical elements with profound emotional stakes, ensuring that love feels both earned and consequential.