That is a broad and fascinating subject! To help you write a paper that is actually engaging (and not just a list of tropes), it helps to pick a specific "lens."
Summarize your points and offer a final thought on why humans are obsessed with these stories.
Victorian restraint vs. 1920s liberation; the impact of dating apps on 21st-century "Rom-Com" plots; how gender roles dictate who pursues whom in fiction. 4. Conflict & Resolution: The Mechanics of a Relationship
Define romance in storytelling. Hook the reader with a famous example (e.g., Pride & Prejudice or Normal People ). State your thesis.
Romantic narratives in fiction serve as a "safe space" for audiences to process different attachment styles (Anxious, Avoidant, and Secure).
Focus on how romantic storylines reflect the values of the era they were written in.
Modern romance is moving away from the "soulmate" myth toward "relational work" and individual growth.
The "Dark Night of the Soul" in romance writing; the importance of "Shared Vulnerability" as a plot device; why the "Happily Ever After" is being replaced by the "Happy For Now." Basic Outline for a Long Paper: