Question 1

Who created the Directory & Why?

Accepted Answer

Hello friends! My name is Brittany Wang, author of the "no spice" Epic YA Fantasy, On Wings of Ash and Dust,(https://amzn.to/3PEsJsI) and founder of the No Spice YA Fantasy Directory.

While writing & publishing my book, I was surprised to realize how saturated the market is with "spicy books", even for young adult audiences. I personally prefer books without spice and do not plan on writing books with spice, but there were times where I started to wonder if there was even an audience for non-spicy books anymore. Thankfully, though social media also seems to be pushing spicy books as well, I've been able to connect with many other readers and writers like me. I am definitely not alone! Still, there didn't seem to be a central place to find non-spicy book recs or to connect with other like-minded readers and writers.

This is why I created this directory. A place where fans of no-spice can always find books they feel comfortable reading as well as recommending to friends, family, and young audiences.

And if you're looking to connect with more readers and/or writers like you, we'd love for you to join us in our Discord Group Community (https://forms.gle/mFURjJLKr7ELhkhN7)as well!

Question 2

What does the Directory define as "No Spice"? (Our Rating System)

Accepted Answer

While "No Spice" generally means a book does not depict sex in any way, many readers have definitions of what that looks like and different preferences / levels of comfortability when it comes to other romantic interactions and scenes.

Because of this, we have created a rating system with 6 levels of romantic interaction that our readers have identified as meaning "no spice" to them. To view this rating system and view books that fit those levels, CLICK HERE.(https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy/rating-guide)

Question 3

Why don't you use the term "Clean Fantasy"?

Accepted Answer

We use the term "No Spice" instead of "Clean Fantasy" here for multiple reasons.

1. "Clean Fantasy" can also refer to books without swearing, violence, gore, etc... This directory does not focus on these aspects, though some book pages may have disclaimers for elements such as these.

2. We also don't use the term "Clean" as the insinuates that spice or "sex" or the books that have them are "dirty". We do not wish to shame anyone who enjoys or writes spicy books, but only to serve those who desperately desire "no spice".

Question 4

How is the Romance Rating and other information on each book page cultivated?

Accepted Answer

The information on each book page has been submitted by either the author themselves or a reader of the book through our BOOK SUBMISSION FORM.(https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy/submit-a-book) We depend on authors and readers to provide accurate information for each book.

If you see information that is inaccurate, missing, or should be updated, please use our CONTACT FORM (https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy/contact)to report it. Please also be patient as updates may take some time to be made.

Question 5

How do I find a specific kind of book in the Directory?

Accepted Answer

You can browse our full list of books HERE (https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy/browse-books)or you can browse by Romance Level, Subgenre, or Trope from the categories listed on our HOME PAGE.(https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy)

Question 6

How can I Submit a Book to be added to the Directory?

Accepted Answer

We'd love your help in collecting more books to feature in the Directory! This can be a book you read and loved or a book you've published yourself. CLICK TO SUBMIT A BOOK. (https://authorbrittanywang.wixsite.com/nospiceyafantasy/submit-a-book)

Question 7

How can I help Spread the Word & Support this Directory?

Accepted Answer

We'd love for you to spread the word about this Directory to other readers & writers! Simply share the link to our website (www.authorbrittanywang.com/nospiceyafantasy)(www.authorbrittanywang.com/nospiceyafantasy) with friends or consider sharing the link on social media, your website, or newsletter!

I also run this website and our Discord Group on my own while writing my own books and learning how to be a new mom :) If you'd like to help support this Directory so I can commit more time to managing it and making it even better, here's 2 ways to do so!

1. If you'd like to purchase a book you found through the Directory, consider using the purchase link on that book's page. The link is an Amazon Affiliates link, which means that when you purchase the book through that link, I make a small commission at no extra cost to you!
2. If you've found the Directory helpful and would like to send a "Thank You" donation to us, you can do so through PayPal by clicking HERE.

Question 8

Do you have a place where I can make friends who also like and/or write these types of books?

Accepted Answer

Yes we do! CLICK HERE (https://forms.gle/mFURjJLKr7ELhkhN7)t(https://forms.gle/mFURjJLKr7ELhkhN7)o find out more about our Discord Community & sign up to join!

Question 9

I'm an Author interested in getting my book featured on the Homepage of the Directory or its Newsletter. Is this possible?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is YES! But not yet. In the future there will be opportunities for authors to purchase ad space to get their book featured in different spots on this website as well as our Newsletter. If you're interested and would like to be alerted when this is available, fill out THIS FORM.(https://forms.gle/PHtLBPeVkXytTQKC7)

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