I use a lot of words when writing my romantic stories. Of my novels only one, My Stubborn Heart, is shorter than one hundred thousand words. And some (Turn to Me and Her One and Only) are over one hundred and twenty thousand.

But can a romantic story be written in just a handful of words? I gave the readers in my Cheer Squad Facebook group this challenge….

Here are some of their charming creations!

“Chocolate. Tea. Quiet. Bookstore gift card.” – Jennifer Major

“He bought her cookies and tacos.” -Susan Tuttle

“He first loved Jesus, then her.” – Amy Watson

“He gave her a week alone.” – Alyssa Allen

“A look, a spark, a connection.” – Sarah Roeder

“And finally, she loved herself first.” – Rachel Leighanne

“He loved her at her worst.” – Alyssa Schwartz

“He put the toilet seat down.” – Keren Lyles

“He brought her coffee without prompting!” – Karen Visnosky

“She loved him more than books.” – Stacey Ulferts

“Waking up with my heart’s treasure.” – Wendy Voitl

“He was her prince, every day.” – Caroline Ratsoy

“For God so loved the world.” – Beth Detwiler

“She saw forever in his eyes.” – Victoria Higham

“You are proof God answers prayers.” – Ebos Aifuobhokhan

“They made their ever after happy.” – Peggy Summy

“She went to bed with books.” – Liz Buls

“He’s loved me for 41 years!” – Heidi Cantrell

“Drake, the bookstore owner, was single.” – Stacy Simmons

Which of these is your favorite? Or share a romantic 6 word love story of your own in the comments!

My next book, Turn to Me, releases is less than four weeks! Now is a perfect time to pre-order because Baker Book House is offering autographed copies for 40% off the list price + free shipping! You can snag the deal here. Read on for a glimpse at the plot and characters!

Guilt has defined Luke Dempsey’s life, but it was self-destructiveness that landed him in prison. When his friend and fellow inmate lay dying shortly before Luke’s release, the older man revealed he left a string of clues for his daughter, Finley, that will lead her to the treasure he’s hidden. Worried that she won’t be the only one pursuing the treasure, he gains Luke’s promise to protect her until the end of her search.

Spunky and idealistic, Finley Sutherland is the owner of an animal rescue center and a defender of lost causes. She accepts Luke’s help on the treasure hunt while secretly planning to help him in return–by coaxing him to embrace the forgiveness he’s long denied himself.

As they draw closer to the final clue, their reasons for resisting each other begin to crumble, and Luke realizes his promise will push him to the limit in more ways than one. He’ll do his best to shield Finley from unseen threats, but who’s going to shield him from losing his heart?

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Becky Wade

Author at Bethany House

Becky makes her home in Dallas, Texas with her husband and three children. She absolutely loves writing funny, heartwarming, and inspirational contemporary Christian romance.

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