Uploaded April 2013 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
"Romance has been said to be about the empowerment of women," remarks bestselling romance author Rexanne Becnel. Though she has written about many periods of history, Becnel's books all have one thing in common: strong heroines who, against all odds, tame powerful heroes. While some might think that romance novels are unrealistic, Becnel explains how these stories deal with fundamental desires for intimacy and happiness.
Watch Rexanne Becnel talk about heroes, heroines, and the enduring allure of a great romance.
"Romance has been said to be about the empowerment of women," remarks bestselling romance author Rexanne Becnel. Though she has written about many periods of history, Becnel's books all have one thing in common: strong heroines who, against all odds, tame powerful heroes. While some might think that romance novels are unrealistic, Becnel explains how these stories deal with fundamental desires for intimacy and happiness.
Watch Rexanne Becnel talk about heroes, heroines, and the enduring allure of a great romance.
