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What is Harlequin Series?

If you’ve been dreaming of becoming a published author since you first discovered romance novels, you’ve come to the right place.

Harlequin publishes 11 different romance series, with four to eight new books per month in each series, as well as a range of romance genres in our digital-first imprint, Carina Press. One of the first questions you might be asking yourself is, which romance series is right for my voice?

Harlequin editors are here to help. We’ve created videos explaining the must-haves for stories published in all Harlequin’s series romance lines. Once you’ve got the basics , head over to Harlequin.Submittable.com to read the detailed writing guidelines for series that interest you. You can submit your story for consideration while you’re there. Not ready to submit yet? Check out our step-by-step guide and FAQs to make your submission plan.

We welcome all authors to the Harlequin community. Harlequin is committed to publishing diverse and inclusive voices so that readers see themselves reflected in the stories we publish. We’d love to read your happily ever after!

We hope these resources help you reach your writing and publishing goals.

Looking for a quick reference? Our brochure is a good starting point for understanding Harlequin’s publishing program. Download the PDF.


PASSION & SPICE

Afterglow Books

Spicy and fun, Afterglow Books takes readers on a journey with characters set to live their best lives and find sizzling romance along the way.

Harlequin Presents

Drama, intensity and outrageously charismatic heroes await you in a world of unimaginable luxury – this is Harlequin Presents!

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HOPE & INSPIRATION

Love Inspired

Faith, love and family in contemporary romance.

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Harlequin Heartwarming

Wholesome, heartfelt and hopeful romance novels that deliver a complex and emotionally satisfying story.


SUSPENSE

Love Inspired Suspense

Courageous characters facing challenges to their faith…and their lives.

Harlequin Intrigue

Action-packed stories where the characters race against time to solve a crime and deliver justice together.

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Harlequin Romantic Suspense

Stirring romance stories against a backdrop of danger and suspense.


LIFE & LOVE

Harlequin Romance

Uplifting, glamorous romantic escapes — be swept away to gorgeous settings and charming characters as they feel the rush of falling in love.

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Harlequin Special Edition

Contemporary, real-life characters and situations—relatable stories with friends, family, and careers, as characters journey to true love.


Harlequin Medical Romance

Pulse-racing romance stories starring medical professionals navigating love in the high-pressure world of medicine.


HISTORICAL

Harlequin Historical Romance

A romantic escape to the past, from ancient civilizations up to the 1950s.


CARINA PRESS

Digital-first imprints Carina Press and Carina Adores publish a broad range of romance stories across subgenres.