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What Do You Think of Romance Novels?

Romance novels have been the subject of many articles lately. Typically, the authors point out how recession-proof the industry is, shining like a beacon of success in our crumbling economy. But one author took a story of success and used it to deride a genre of books that is beloved by many.

Read the article here. Then read the passionate rebuttal by Sarah at Smart Bitches, Trashy Books.

What do you think? Do romance novels have a stigma attached?

 
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