Interview with Scarlett Xavier author of Welsh Tides of Change | Jan 14, 2026 070

Scarlett Xavier discusses the concept of love at first sight and its portrayal in storytelling. She reflects on her personal experiences with instant attraction and contrasts it with the idea of slow-burn romances, emphasizing her preference for the former in her writing. Scarlett's experience with publishing offers valuable insights for aspiring authors. She emphasizes the importance of considering literary agents before approaching publishers, as they can provide essential guidance and support. Her own journey began with a contest that led to her first publication, demonstrating that opportunities can arise unexpectedly. This experience serves as a reminder that persistence and openness to new paths can lead to success in the literary world. If you'd like to connect with Scarleet Xavier you can go to her website: https://scarlettxavier.com/ or connect with her on socials: https://www.instagram.com/scarlettxavier_author/  If you'd like to share your love story, suggest a movie or book to review, ask us what would you do?, or if you've written a published book and would like to do an interview, please reach out to us! You can go to our website at: www.myperfectromance.com Chapters (00:00:00) - THE PERFECT ROMANCE(00:00:38) - Welsh Tidal Waves(00:01:40) - In the Elevator With Elizabeth Suggs(00:02:40) - How To Write A Romance Story(00:05:49) - How To Write a Book(00:08:00) - How to Write a Novel(00:09:09) - How To Write a Book(00:10:25) - In the Elevator With Celtic Men(00:12:49) - Did You Rise? By Rhys(00:15:01) - There Was A Guy In Wales(00:17:50) - Pushing the Story of 'The Good Doctor'(00:18:45) - How Much Did the Characters Change In The Final Draft?(00:21:19) - How To Write a Story With No Ending(00:22:08) - "This isn't about love," Emily Realizes About Her Relationship(00:24:27) - "Your Story": Finding Your Identity(00:25:36) - In the Elevator With My Character(00:27:48) - Chemical Love in The Dark(00:31:38) - "The Slow Build Of Psycho"(00:33:23) - Adaptation From The Book(00:35:37) - Writing Tips for Romance Writers(00:37:11) - Celtic Men author on writing in Utah(00:41:02) - Jane Austen on Her New Book(00:44:10) - Scarlet Xavier on Her Website