Melissa de la Cruz is done with Mr. Darcy.

Author Melissa de la Cruz joined us at our headquarters to discuss her new romantasy, Rings of Fate. With nearly 90 books under her belt, she imparted wisdom on crafting flawed heroes, pitching a "sexy Lord of the Rings" to your publisher, and why brooding isn't always better. Cynical barmaid Aren Bellamore never saw herself as anyone's princess, least of all a cursed prince's prince's fiancée. But after a fake engagement draws her into a dangerous quest to save their kingdoms, she must face magic, monsters, and some very inconvenient feelings. Get Rings of Fate at bookofthemonth.com. Learn more about Book of the Month LIVE at bookofthemonth.com/botm-live.

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