Emma Darcy has written an astounding 100 romance novels–and #100, The Master Player, is on shelves now in North America! Here, Emma remembers some of her favourite books…what are yours?
by Emma Darcy, author of The Master Player (Harlequin Presents, Dec. 2009)
THE MASTER PLAYER is my 100th romance. I know there are some of you who have read every one of them. What an amazing journey we have shared! I wonder if my most memorable stories over this writing span of twenty-six years are the same as yours…
THE WRONG MIRROR and MERRY CHRISTMAS for their sheer life drama – I wept many tears living those situations.
My first sheikh book, THE FALCON’S MISTRESS – so wonderfully exotic – and THE SECRET MISTRESS – huge drama in South America with my one Argentinian hero.
THE UPSTAIRS LOVER and JACK’S BABY – for the sheer fun in them.
BRIDE OF HIS CHOICE and The Outback Kings trilogy – very strong stories driven by family history, as so many lives are.
But my all-time favourite is THEIR WEDDING DAY: a magnificent hero slays all the heroine’s dragons and is the perfect father – a fairytale prince in their minds – for the children who have been deserted by her husband.
Because I loved this story so much, I wanted to choose another wonderfully masterful hero and a similar theme – White Knight to the rescue – for this, my 100th book. I do hope you enjoy it.
It has been the longest pleasure of my life, being a romance author – like being a fairy godmother who can wave a magic wand and make everything turn out right – and I want to thank you, my readers, for making it possible.
With love always
Emma Darcy
15 Responses to “Emma Darcy Celebrates 100 Romance Novels!”
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Congratulations Emma!
Wonderful and inspiring success. I hope I get to read many more of your stories. Thank you for being such a fabulous fairy godmother, for both your heroines and your readers.
Congratulations Emma! I think the first romance book I ever read was a Emma Darcy
The books you write are amazing and you blow the mega blockbuster novelist out of the water with your well mastered writing for maximum effect….even after 100 books your style is fresh and lovely to read.
Congrats Emma on reaching 100 books – what an achievement!!!
I love your books and can’t wait to read ‘The Master Player’. I totally agree with Rachel when she said, “even after 100 books your style is fresh and lovely to read”.
Just stopped by to let you know I got my copy today. The cover is so lovely. It is eye atchy with the 100th on the front.
Congratulations. I remember meeting you at a meeting in Maitland. I think it was 1997 or so. Miranda Lee was also there. I’ve read most of your novels and loved them. I’m off to start reading The Master Player in a few moments.
Congratulations, What a great mile stone for you Emma.
All the best
Suzanne
Okay, so it was meant to be catchy. Typing too fast gets me into too much trouble. lol
Emma! Congratulations. You already know you are my mentor and fairy godmother. I would not be published today without your amazing advice when I came second in the Emma Darcy Award in 2000. There are just no words to thank you for what you did for me. I have made it my mission to do what you did-help and advise other want-to-be-published writers and you know what? It’s just as if not more rewarding than seeing my books on the shelves. I celebrate your success.
Much love,
Melanie xx
Emma – many many congratulations on this wonderful achievement. I’m not quite sure exactly how many of the 100, I’ve read but I know it’s a lot. You have written some of my very favourite romance storis – though I think The LAst Grand Passion is the one that will always stay in my mind for it’s stunning emotional impact. And I brought my reading up to date with The Master Player only last month.
I have such special memories of meeting you in person in NewYork and then being able to spend more time with you in Sydney whe I was there for the RWAus Conference. It was such a very special thing for me to meet one of my person romance writing heroines and it was a delight to be able to talk to you face to face.
Thank you for so many hours of happy reading – Congratulations again – and Happy Birthday for the 28th!
Kate
Emma, congratulations. You were, and definitely are one of my main inspirations. I can remember devouring many an Emma Darcy when I discovered Mills and Boons and always used to look out for your name…hope you are enjoying lovely celebrations and here’s to the next 100!
x Abby
Dear Emma,
Thanks for all your wonderful books, your fabulous stories and your encouragement to writers everywhere (not least to me:-)).
I admit I don’t have all your books – maybe only 1/3 of your published total, but they’re all keepers and they’re staying right where they are on the shelves. My favourite is probably Merry Christmas. I love, love, love that book. Thank you.
And I just bought your 100th title today! Can’t wait to dip in between the covers.
Huge congratulations, Emma!
Dear Emma,
I love your books. Romantic, passionate and intelligent. Tasteful. Brave and insightful. Reflecting the dreams of women with genuine artistry.
Your books are an inspiration. Hope there’ll be another hundred at least.
Congratulations!
anna
Congratulations, Emma!
100 Books! Wow! That’s quite an achievement. I’ll have to get out and find The Master Player. I’ve read and loved so many of your books over the years.
Did someone mention a birthday tomorrow? Hope you have a very
Happy Day!
Heartfelt thanks for so many hours of reading pleasure and escape. Have loved so many of your books and love them still.
Hi,
I’m a Presents/Desire hopeful author, and wanted to say I love your books, Emma! Always a name I look for on the shelves and use as inspiration when I’m in a rut. Congratulations on this landmark, and I hope we get to enjoy many more titles in the future.