The
Betford
Journal
EST. 2025 · ROMANCE · CRAFT · PUBLISHING · WORLD-BUILDING
On romance publishing, world-building as brand strategy, cover design, launch craft, and the serious business of writing the worlds readers can't stop returning to.
How Long Does It Take to Write a Romance Novel?
Most romance novels take 6 months to 2 years to write. But with the right structure, you can have a complete first draft in 60 days. Here is exactly what affects your timeline — and how to set one that actually works.