In one of the Harry Potter books, Hermione tells Ron that he has the “emotional range of a teaspoon.” In those books, it makes sense for a fourteen-year-old girl to say that to a boy she has a secret crush on.
In the real world, however, I find men to have the same emotional range as women, even if they express it differently. If you have read any books by Anthony Doerr or Fredrik Backman, you would likely agree that some men can express themselves quite exquisitely.
All my books feature both male and female POVs, and my men are not emotionally stunted. I take great joy in writing them:
- Prince Jay (Land of Magadha): An heir who grows into his role and falls for a girl who challenges him.
- King Dushyant (King in Hiding): A man on a mission to find his father’s murderer who realizes love is worth fighting for.
- Prince Giridhar (Prince in Exile): A playwright more comfortable with a book than a blade.
- Prince Atul (Prophesied Prince): My protagonist who thinks himself unworthy, yet must protect his kingdom.
- Rish Vindhya: My own “book crush.” Fiercely loyal and deeply aware of the woman he loves.
Anna Bushi 