Why I Don’t Write Love Stories?

If you’re a bookworm like me—or even just an occasional reader—you’ve probably noticed the growing wave of indie authors making their mark. And let me just say, I couldn’t be happier about it. As someone who devours around 100 books a year, I love seeing stories take shape, words come alive, and new voices shine.

But here’s the twist: what I love to read isn’t what I love to write.

I’m a mood reader through and through. My shelves are lined with MM romances brimming with drama, trauma, sports rivalries, police cases, fantastical worlds, and even dystopian futures. These stories are my go-to escape, especially when the authors weave clever plots that keep me hooked until the last page. But writing them? Not my thing.

For me, the writing process is a completely different beast. Writing isn’t just storytelling—it’s my outlet, my way of channeling heavy emotions and crafting twisted realities. Where reading feels like slipping into someone else’s world to relax, writing is a cathartic deep dive into my own.

Sure, I could chase trends, dabble in popular genres, or even attempt to pen a romance. But if we all stuck to what’s selling, wouldn’t books start to feel... stale? Genres thrive because there are authors willing to push boundaries and explore niches that aren’t mainstream. The world doesn’t need another cookie-cutter love story from me—it needs the unique, spine-chilling tales I feel compelled to tell.

And let’s face it: in an age where AI is creeping into the creative process, there’s something powerful about putting your raw, unfiltered thoughts onto a blank page. It’s a reminder that we’re still human, still capable of creating something deeply personal and real.

So, no, I won’t be writing romance anytime soon. I’ll leave that to the authors with butterflies in their stomachs and clouds under their feet. As for me? I’ll keep learning from my horror stories and refining my craft until I can make readers afraid to even turn the page.

If you’re thinking of writing your own story—whether for an audience or just for yourself—don’t let the pressure of trends or expectations stop you. Your plot, your style, and your voice might just be what someone out there is desperately waiting to read.

Keep writing. Keep creating. And don’t be afraid to go against the grain—because that’s where the magic happens.