This is Ink & Intrigue—the blog where romance ignites, secrets simmer, and every love story hides a twist. I’m your blog host, Sheila Kell, romance author and lover of plot twists, slow burns, and morally questionable book boyfriends.

Every romance story starts with a question.

What if they fall in love at the worst possible moment?
What if trust is the one thing neither of them can afford?
What if danger is the catalyst that changes everything?

Today, I want to flip the script and turn the questions over to you.

Welcome to Ask Me Anything: Romance Edition.

Whether you’re curious about how I write heart-pounding romantic suspense, want the behind-the-scenes scoop on your favorite characters, or just want to know which tropes make me hit one more chapter at midnight, this is your open invitation.

What You Can Ask Me

Nothing is off-limits—except spoilers I’m sworn to protect. 😉

Here are a few ideas if you’re not sure where to start:

• Questions about my books or characters
  (Yes, I have favorites. No, I won’t admit them publicly. Probably.)

• My writing process
  Plotter or pantser? Coffee or tea? How many drafts before it feels right?

• Romance tropes I love—or avoid
  Protector heroes, forced proximity, second chances, slow burn vs instant spark.

• Research questions
  How I write dangerous missions without ending up on a watchlist.

• Reader curiosity
  Where story ideas come from, how much is planned, and what surprises even me.

• Fun, cozy questions
  What I’m reading, watching, or cuddling with while I write. (Yes, this includes cats.)

Why I’m Doing This

Romance is personal.

It’s about connection, vulnerability, and the stories we return to when we need comfort, excitement, or a reminder that love survives chaos.

This community means everything to me. You read these stories, live inside these worlds, and care deeply about the characters—and I love pulling back the curtain to share a little more with you.

How to Participate

It’s easy:

• Drop your question in the comments below, or

• Send it to me directly through email or social media

I’ll be answering as many questions as I can in an upcoming post, newsletter feature, and possibly even a video or two.

One Last Thing…

If you’ve ever wondered something but hesitated to ask—this is your moment.

Romance thrives on curiosity.

Go ahead. Ask me anything.

Thanks for joining me on Ink & Intrigue, where romance and suspense go hand in hand.

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Want more behind-the-scenes content, writing tips, or a peek into my books? Visit sheilakell.com or follow me on social media at @sheilakellbooks.

Until next time—keep writing, keep swooning, and remember: every heart has a secret. 💕