I've been reading a book about getting published and it suggested I find authors that write similar books.

My problem is I write modern books that feature bad guy heroes. One of my favorite things to do is make you love a real jerk then make him acceptable.

Ok the real issue is I seldom read modern I read historical romance and vampire novels.

So have you read any twisty modern mystery romance with bad guys that turn hero that I might try out? I would so appreciate any help you could give me.

I'd appriciate any help! Please!

I got nothing. . . but you might want to try asking in the mystery, romance and contemporary forums to see if they have any suggestions. . .

The Dexter character by Jeff Lindsay would be one such character. The link I posted is from Writer's Digest about developing an Anti-Hero. http://www.writersdigest.com/article/bullies_excerpt    I hope this helps a little bit. I usually steer away from reading about the 'anti-hero' because of my personal preference so I don't know of many examples of those types of characters.

Good luck on your book! I think an anti-hero in a vampire novel would work really well.

Add: If you type in Anti-Hero into google it does give some sites that have lists of books (though quite a few are written before 2000)

Thanks PhoenixFalls) and Christina F.  I'll run over to Writers digest and read that article. I've been writing poetry all month there for the PAD challenge.

Laura