Lakehouse Lie | Contemporary Romance Story Bible

Description

What if the only way to protect your heart was to fake giving it away?

Welcome to Lakehouse Lie—a raw and emotional contemporary romance perfect for fans of Abby Jimenez, Carley Fortune, and Tessa Bailey.

Some secrets are meant to be buried. Some hearts are meant to be guarded. But when Clara Charles returns to her small lake town, neither will be possible.

Set against the scenic shores of Saugatuck, Michigan, Lakehouse Lie is a poignant story of love, loss, and the lies we tell to protect ourselves.

This pre-made is fully fleshed out with a mini story bible that includes the following details:

• Story idea
• Series potential
• Market appeal
• Setting profile
• Five characters with summaries

WHY THIS STORY WILL SELL

• Emotional Romance with Mass Appeal: Blends the marketable fake dating trope with emotionally gripping grief recovery, creating a compelling hook for contemporary romance readers.

• Atmospheric Small-Town Setting: A cozy yet melancholic lake town backdrop offers cinematic scenery, perfect for emotional and romantic moments.

• Built-in Marketing Hooks: Includes clear comps, emotional stakes, and character-driven twists, making it easy for buyers to expand into a full-length romance novel.

IDEAL FOR

• Romance authors seeking a ready-to-go plot with emotional depth.

• Writers looking for a high-concept small-town romance that blends heartbreak and healing.

• Authors aiming to write to market with proven, reader-favorite tropes.

 

Full ownership of intellectual property is transferred to you upon purchase. After payment is made, Writer Bloq can make no financial claims against any stories you publish with this material—no matter how successful your story becomes. However, this transfer of ownership does come with risks: no refunds are available for this type of purchase.