There’s a huge misconception about spanking scenes in romance novels — and especially in steamy, discipline-focused romances like mine.
It’s not about cruelty. It’s not about tearing someone down.
It’s about trust. Deep, soul-level trust.
When my heroes discipline their women, it’s not because they want to hurt them — it’s because they want to protect them, guide them, love them better.
A spanking is a physical reminder:
👉 You’re cared for.
👉 You’re seen.
👉 You’re safe.
In Timber Creek, the men are old-fashioned — they believe in hard work, loyalty, and a firm hand when it’s needed. But it always comes with devotion, tenderness, and fierce love afterward.
When Harry pulls Rosie over his lap in The Lumberjack’s Wild Bride, it’s a lesson — yes — but it’s also a physical bond.
He’s teaching her that she’s no longer alone.
That someone is strong enough to take the burden from her shoulders.
That she belongs somewhere — to someone.
And honestly?
Sometimes surrender is the sexiest thing of all.
Curious to experience it for yourself?