Sure, we all know the big milestone that the world is anticipating on December 31, 1999. I've changed a lot since 1975, and fortunately romance novels have as well.
Heroes sometimes listen and support the heroine.
Humor has worked its way into many romances, replacing gothic melodrama. But some aspects of romance novels remain dated and frustrating. Some trends need to be left by the wayside as relics of the 20th century. I have spent some time mulling over this meaningful milestone, as well as my wishes and hopes, as the turn of the century approaches. I informally surveyed my fellow Romance Reader reviewers for their input.