Make sure your main characters are likeable. They can be flawed, but your readers need to be able to root for them.
Janet EvanovichI attributed the incidence to temporary insanity, and in my own defense, I'd like to say I haven't run over anyone since.
Janet EvanovichGive me the gun." Ranger said. I extracted the gun from my pants and handed it over. Ranger held the gun in the pulm of his hand and smiled. "It's warm," he said. He put the gun in the glove compartment and plugged the key into the ignition. Am I fired?" No. Any women who can heat up a gun like that is worth keeping around.
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