Contemporary Romance
This category is intentionally broad because it can encompass many different types of story and settings! It’s all about a feeling and an attitude - are your hero and heroine modern, aspirational characters who reflect the lifestyles of today? Does their relationship explore emotional issues that women (and men) the world over are now faced with in their relationships?
It doesn’t matter if your story is sexy or sweet (although it still needs to have that all important sexual tension!), whether the story is set in a hospital or a hotel or whether the romance is a marriage re-united or love at first sight! If the attitude is up-to-the-minute and sassy, then this could be your category.
For more inspiration have a peek at our top tips from Romance HQ's fabulous editors or if you want to be really prepared why not do some homework and read some of our fabulous authors currently being published.
If you want to be really geeky or just a good excuse to have a good read! Why not try one of the books from our suggested reading list! They will give you a really good steer on what we look for in a Contemporary entry!
Wendy S. Marcus – When One Night Isn’t Enough (June 2011)
Fiona Harper – Swept Off Her Stilettos (August 2011)
Natalie Anderson – Nice Girls Finish Last (September 2011)
Heidi Rice – Cupcakes and Killer Heels (May 2011)
Sarah Mayberry – Her Best Friend (May 2011)