The Winners Archive
Find out more about the authors who have taken home one of our prestigious trophies in previous years.
The Romantic Novel of the Year Awards
The RNA’s Romantic Novel of the Year Awards are presented annually, recognising and celebrating the very best in romantic fiction.
The Fantasy Romantic Novel Award
For romantic novels with elements where the reader needs to suspend disbelief, including magical realism, fantasy and science fiction.
The Romantic Thriller Award
For stories featuring a substantial thriller, suspense, mystery or crime story, alongside or fully entwined with a romantic story.
The Debut Romantic Novel Award
For the best romantic novel by a first-time author. Entries may represent any aspect of the romantic genre. Sponsored by ProWritingAid.
The Festive Holiday Romantic Novel Award
For the best romantic novel set in the winter festive season featuring Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa/Yule/New Year etc.
The Shorter Romantic Novel Award
For shorter romantic novels, serials or novellas. These works may range from 30,000 to 70,000 words approximately.
The Romantic Saga Award
For novels set in the past (pre-1970), usually featuring characters overcoming social pressures or hardships alongside a romantic thread.
The Romantic Comedy Award
For romantic novels which are consistently funny. Can be set in any time period.
The Historical Romantic Novel Award
For stories set in the past (pre-1980), where romance forms a substantive and crucial part of the story.
The Contemporary Romantic Novel Award
For stories about the here and now, where romance forms a substantive part of the story.
