Like mimicking real characters, your story should also mimic real life (yes, even if it’s a fantasy novel). Therefore, employing the love at first sight cliche won’t fly here. Of course, characters can like each other or be attracted to each other at first sight, but love at first sight just isn’t realistic. It’s something your readers won’t be able to relate to, and a stronger emotional connection to a book, and therefore author, comes through relatability. Let your characters fall for each other naturally. Going straight for love at first sight definitely makes it easier on you, but a good writer should be able to craft a love story that takes time.
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Writing Without Cliches
RandomIt's not enough to love our story ideas. We need to weigh their suitability as subjects for fiction, and then figure out how to go about making use of them. This means steering clear of cliché and its sappy cousin-melodrama.
