A Storizen Exclusive Feature
Her latest release, "Unfortunately Yours," is a sizzling tale of enemies turned lovers, a trope that has become one of her signature styles. In an exclusive interview, Tessa Bailey shares her insights into the origins of the story, the pressures of writing steamy sex scenes, and her plans for future projects.
FAVORITE TROPE: ENEMIES TO LOVERS
When asked about her favorite trope, Tessa Bailey doesn't hesitate to express her love for the enemies-to-lovers theme. She reveals that while it's a favorite, she approaches it uniquely, ensuring that her characters' love for each other is an instant inevitability. "Despite their arguing or differences," she states, "he has loved her all along."
ORIGINS OF THE STORY
The characters of Natalie and August, the protagonists of "Unfortunately Yours," emerged from Tessa Bailey's creative process with distinct qualities. She describes Natalie as a strong, independent heroine with a vulnerable side. To complement her, she needed a partner who could challenge her while making her feel valued, and August fit the bill perfectly. His stubbornness and honesty provide the verbal affirmations Natalie craves.
BECOMING A CELEBRATED AUTHOR
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