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So you want to write a romance novel! But just what kind of romance do you want to share with the world? Sweet or sexy, suspenseful or funny, paranormal, historical….the world of romance is a pretty big place. Just look at all the series we have (click the image for the full-size graphic):
But don’t worry! We’re here to help you navigate the ins and outs of all our series. Join us at the Harlequin Community forums from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. EST today to chat with editors and authors about individual series. Not sure which series is best for you, or have questions about just what we’re looking for? Come join the fun! (You need to be registered to join the chat. Sign up here.)
We have six different conversations you can join to help you figure out where your novel best fits. Click one of the links below to chat with editors live!
Genre romance: Have a setting in mind that’s truly unique? Learn all about Medical, Historical, inspirational Love Inspired Historical and paranormal Nocturne romances.
Sexy romance: From hardworking cowboys to enigmatic billionaires, boys next door to sheikhs from another continent, crank up the heat with Blaze, Kimani, Desire and Presents.
Sweet romance: Want to write a romance that makes you feel warm and safe? Check out Heartwarming, Romance and inspirational Love Inspired.
Contemporary romance: Want to write about every day people finding romance in the real world? Try American Romance, Superromance and Special Edition.
Romantic Suspense: Do you like a healthy dash of tension and danger with your romance? Discover Intrigue, Romantic Suspense and inspirational Love Inspired Suspense.
Carina Press: Does your writing explore dark, dangerous contemporary romance? Do you want to write male/male or fast-paced, risk-taking romantic suspense? Have an amazing shifter-based paranormal romance? Welcome to Carina.
15 replies on “Harlequin 101: Which Series Is It, Anyway?”
I am interested in Blaze.should
I am interested in Blaze.And I am noticing more larger than life heroes in the line and less every day men. What do you prefer?
I’ve always loved the Harlequin Presents line.
I am interested in LIS. Loved the graphic organizer. Do we have permission to print it
Hi Kristy! Click on the Sexy Romance link to chat live with our editors on Community. If you’re not registered yet, there’s a link above where it says “sign up here.”
I really like L I Historical but the number of pages/words is daunting to this beginning writer. How flexible is that number? Also I seem to be thread illiterate. I’ve registered but when I try to comment the log in doesn’t carry over to the comment page. Any help?
I like witty retorts and family support, what would you suggest?
@Bettie
We’re checking it out and hopefully will have an answer for you in a moment. Did you register through the link on the blog post above?
@Yvette Check out the Contemporary and Sweet threads 🙂
Thanks Dana!
AMAZING graphic!! Thanks for all the info.
Hi folks.
I am writing a MS specifically to appeal to Harlequin. I’m still unsure which line fits. Small town cowboy romance focus is on family, but here is moderate heat. Any input is appreciated. Elle.
I think my story is a mixture of Kimani and Love Inspired Historical.
@Bettie Our IT wizards say you are probably logged into the bookstore and not Community. Try registering here: https://www.harlequin.com/signin.html?mt=2&redirecturl=talk.html
The chat is over but you can still read through everything that was talked about!
@Elle Depending on word length, Superromance might be the place for you. https://harlequin.submittable.com/submit/29565
@Reda Interesting!
I have a completed paranormal / nocturne romance in submitted. Just waiting….
Thank you. I will try again….
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I spent the entire shutdown working. Had no time to wind down. I didn’t see my son much when school shutdown. My one co worker was told to stay home for 3 weeks so I picked up her hours. This year has been really crappy.
Ugh, Janell. Here’s hoping the rest of your summer is better.
Thanks for the info, Carol! Everyone is different in how they deal with the shutdown! I stay at home all the time since I don’t work so I haven’t been too effected but my shopping and errands sure have been effected!
Valri, I’ve been doing most of my shopping online. My local Target is still low on some items – mostly cleaning supplies. Grocery store is pretty much back to normal. Most of the dining in our town is outdoor. I can’t imagine have school-age kids!
Wow–getting your creative process on track must have been daunting–especially with “extra-large dog” glad to have you home. You don’t like coffee–I love coffee and have enjoyed my fortifying 2 cups in the morning even more than usual! How as COVID affected your story lines and characterizations? Best Wishes for all releases!
Interesting question, Virginia. You’ll have to tell me if the tone of my “COVID” books changed any! LOL
Life has changed so much! My dad passed Feb 2. The assisted living facility my folks were at went into hardcore lockdown the beginning of March. Mom couldn’t leave her apartment for 4 months! She was on the third floor, Will be 89 in two months & doesn’t use the phone. My husband and I remodeled the lower level completely and moved her in with us July 1. What a life change and difficult transition for the 3 of us! But we’re working thru it!