MENTOR:
Alexandra Vasti (she/her)
CATEGORY:
Adult
SUB GENRES:
Contemporary, Rom Com, Historical, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Paranormal, Speculative, Romantasy, Fiction with strong Romantic Elements
BIO:
Hi! I'm Alexandra Vasti, literature professor and romance writer. I have four historical romances out now with St. Martin's Press and two more coming in 2025. I also have experience with the self-pub to trad pub transition. I live in New Orleans, and I'm represented by BookEnds Literary. Some of my favorite writers include Tessa Dare, Cat Sebastian, Angelina M. Lopez, and Talia Hibbert.
MSWL:
I am probably MOST interested in historical, fantasy, or adventure romances, but I love romance of all kinds. I especially love books with hooky premises that I've never heard before, humor, and open-door steam. I'm very eager to read more queer and/or neurodivergent MCs. I'm not a great fit for strong religious arcs.
MENTORING STYLE
I am very friendly and soft! I will NOT shred your MS to pieces; I'm all about constructive feedback that makes you want to keep going.
APPLICATIONS FROM CONNECTIONS
Please do not apply to me if we've ever beta read for each other or have had extensive conversations online. If we're in the same discord(s) or mutuals on social media but haven't talked more than a comment on a post here or there, feel free to apply!
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