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7 Surprising Benefits of Reading Romance Novels (Backed by Science and Personal Obsession)
Jo Speirs 8/17/23 Jo Speirs 8/17/23

7 Surprising Benefits of Reading Romance Novels (Backed by Science and Personal Obsession)

Romance novels aren’t just love stories – they’re secretly good for you. From better sleep and deeper empathy to happier days and stronger relationships, here are 7 surprising benefits of reading romance that will make you feel very good about your TBR pile.

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And the winner is … 

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Thank you to everyone who entered, tagged, shared and followed—we appreciate your support. 

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Where's Jo?

She's still celebrating Christmas in July 🎄🎄

Christmas in July Market is returning to Enfield Community Centre!

Join us on Saturday 25th July as we bring our community together for a cosy day of indoor markets, a bit of midyear festi
Happy World Emoji Day!

I have a very important question that requires absolutely zero words ... only emojis.

What are YOUR favourite romance tropes in emoji form?

Drop them in the comments and I'll try to guess every single one. 😁

I'll go first.
Let's play a little guessing game today, because Christmas in July is the perfect time to revisit some of our favourite characters from the Point Perry world.

Here are three clues about a character who holds a very special place in our hearts:

1. H
"This man who hates Christmas has a heart of gold." 

Nurse Ryan Black came to Point Perry with every intention of avoiding Christmas cheer, as he does every year.

He did not account for Scarlett Reynolds to return home for Christmas, his

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