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Reverse Harem vs. Polyamorous Romance: What’s the Difference?
Reverse Harem and Polyamorous romance are not the same! Here’s how to tell the difference—and which books to read depending on your fantasy.
Erotic Romance vs. Erotica: What’s the Difference Readers Need to Know
Erotic romance promises both love and heat, while erotica dives into pure desire. Here’s how to tell the difference—and why it matters to readers.
Why Billionaire Romance Still Rules BookTok in 2025
From penthouse fantasies to enemies-to-lovers tropes, billionaire romance novels continue to dominate BookTok—and for good reason. Here’s why.
Sexy Fantasy Type Part IV – The Dominatrix sub Switch
Tie you up… Tie me down?
The CLBooks’ little helper the Four types of lovers. Which are you? Quiz matched your Sexy Fantasy type–sub, Voyeur, Dominatrix, or Dominatrix sub Switch–and you’re the sub Dominatrix Switch. Whichever suits your fancy, Little Pet… er… Mistress!
Sexy Fantasy Type Part III – The Dominatrix
On your knees, Baby…
The CLBooks’ little helper the Four types of lovers. Which are you? Quiz matched your Sexy Fantasy type–sub, Voyeur, Dominatrix, or Dominatrix sub Switch–and you’re the Dominatrix. Get 'em, Sexy Girl!
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