Tropes are common patterns, themes, or devices used in storytelling. They can be found in every genre, from romance to horror, and they can help readers to quickly identify the type of story they are reading. However, tropes can also become clichés, predictable, or boring if they are used too often or without any variation. That’s why it’s important for writers to put twists on popular tropes, to surprise, challenge, or subvert the expectations of their readers. In this blog post, we will explore some examples of how writers can put twists on popular tropes from each genre. Romance Romance is a genre that is full of tropes, such as the love triangle, the fake relationship, the enemies-to-lovers, the forbidden love, the meet-cute, and so on. These tropes can be fun and satisfying, but they can also be overused and predictable. Here are some ways to put twists on romance tropes: Love triangle : Instead of having the prot...
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