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Harlequin’s source of information & tools for romance writers. We love finding new voices in roman Welcome to our Write For Harlequin page!

Here, you'll be kept up-to-date with all the latest news on writing for Harlequin. We're all about finding new voices in romantic fiction. Harlequin publishes 66 new romance novels every month – almost 800 a year – and our experienced and friendly team of editors is always on the lookout for new talent. In the Write for Harlequin Community, you’ll find everything you need to help you reach your wr

iting goals – from our current submission calls and how-to-submit information to editors’ tips on writing unforgettable characters, fast-paced plots and an irresistible mix of tension and chemistry in your happily ever after story. Get to know our editors – and what’s on their acquisition wish lists – and celebrate new authors who have joined our global community of Harlequin novelists. We welcome all authors to the Harlequin community and we want readers to see themselves reflected in the books we publish. We look forward to reading your stories.

09/20/2024

What advice would you give to your younger self?

09/09/2024

Happy Monday and happy writing, everyone!

09/04/2024

If you do research for your books, how do you do it?

09/02/2024

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08/27/2024

Dive into the world of romance publishing with our Romance Glossary. Find this definition and more here: https://bit.ly/48DeKwj

08/23/2024

Happy Friday! Do you have an underrated book that you love?

08/12/2024

Some great advice from Anne Tyler. Happy Monday, everyone!

08/07/2024

When do you get your best writing done, morning or night?

08/05/2024

Meet new Harlequin Medical Romance Author Zoey Gomez! https://bit.ly/3WCYQxW

07/30/2024

Marriage of convenience might be, among all the popular romance tropes, the most traditional of all. It can be challenging to adapt a classic trope to modern romances, but here are some tips to write an exciting and modern marriage of convenience romance: https://bit.ly/3SpRnzR

07/26/2024

Happy Friday! Now that we’re halfway through the year, what has been your favorite book of the year so far?

07/25/2024

Love Inspired and Love Inspired Suspense are actively looking for Amish stories for our publishing programs. If you have an Amish romance or an Amish romantic suspense, we want to see it! Read on for more details: https://bit.ly/3YfpJsX

07/24/2024

We are so excited to announce the finalists for Harlequin’s 2024 Romance Includes You Mentorship! Find the ten shortlisted candidates here: https://bit.ly/468fg4H

07/24/2024

His Neighbor’s Secret is available now! Read Lillian Warner’s I Got the Call story here: https://bit.ly/3MexjNT

07/23/2024

The Dairy Queen’s Second Chance is available now! Read Laurie Batzel’s “I Got the Call” story: https://bit.ly/4bDjIJX

07/10/2024

Do you listen to music while you write?

07/08/2024

Happy Monday, everyone! Have a great week.

07/08/2024

Meet new Harlequin Medical Romance Author Colette Cooper! https://bit.ly/460a9nb

06/26/2024

Today, celebrate LGBTQ+ Romance with Harlequin author Elle Douglas. https://bit.ly/4cCtcpF

06/21/2024

Happy Friday, all! How many books are on your To-Read pile?

06/19/2024

To honor Juneteenth and Black authors, we asked our editors to tell us about recent favorites from their personal reading lists. https://bit.ly/4bcPJZ0

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Scenes in a romance story—whether spicy, tender, uncertain or unexpected—bring the spark between the main characters into focus. We asked Harlequin authors to tell us about a favorite scene in their new release. https://bit.ly/46RJNT7

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The beauty of tropes lies in their familiarity and flexibility as foundations for unique and fun stories. We asked Harlequin authors to tell us how they’ve used various romance tropes in their new releases and what they love about writing with them. https://bit.ly/49LAabi

Ask an Editor Webinar

Did you miss attending our live webinar with our editors? Or do you want to review some of the fantastic information they shared? Here is the replay! If you asked a question that didn't get answered live, please continue watching WriteForHarlequin.com as we will be addressing those questions in future blog posts. What information did you find most helpful in this webinar?

Ask an Editor Anything!

If you missed our Ask An Editor Anything webinar, here is the replay! What was your favorite takeaway from this informative session?

Senior Editor, Harlequin Romantic Suspense, Patience Bloom, shares her advice on writing a first chapter. Which of her tips did you find most valuable?

Senior Editor, Harlequin Presents, Flo Nicoll, shares advice on building essential romantic conflict into your story. How can you apply her teaching to increase the conflict in your story?

The first chapter

Wondering how to crush the dreaded first chapter this #NaNoWriMo? 📝 Senior Editor of Harlequin Romantic Suspense, Patience Bloom, is here to help you conquer chapter one! #WritingHEA Catch the full video on November 2nd during HEA Writing Week! Details: https://bit.ly/3GwbUuT

Conflict is Key

Get advice straight from Harlequin Editors on building essential romantic conflict into your story... here's a sneak peek from Senior Editor of Harlequin Presents, Flo Nicoll! Check out the full line-up here: https://bit.ly/3GwbUuT #WritingHEA #NaNoWriMo

Author Sera Taíno Talks Reading, Writing and Winning the #RomanceIncludeYou Mentorship with Her Editor Charles Griemsman. https://www.harlequincreatorspace.com/author-sera-taino-talks-reading-writing-and-winning-the-romance-include-you-mentorship-with-her-editor-charles-griemsman/

An Introduction to Harlequin Series

Are you interested in our mentorship program, but don't know where to begin? This introduction to Harlequin series romance will help guide you as you begin your writing journey! Visit our website for more details on the mentorship program: http://bit.ly/2k3Sl7T #RomanceIncludesYou