Finalists: The Contemporary Romantic Novel Award 2025
22 April 2025

The Second Chance by Charlotte Butterfield (HarperCollins):
I am incredibly thrilled and proud to be shortlisted for this award, within such a hotly contested category. I have long been an admirer of the work the RNA does, in championing uplifting stories where romance and love and joy win through in a world where we sometimes see these things in short supply. Now, more than ever, it is important to write, and read tales which herald happiness, and to seek out the extraordinary in the ordinary, and to be recognised for my small contribution to this genre is just amazing, thank you.
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PS: I Hate You by Lauren Connolly (Quercus):
I am overjoyed that the judges felt a connection to my story. P.S. I Hate You is a book I am so proud of, and to know that readers have love for my characters warms my heart.
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Website: https://www.laurenconnollyromance.com/

Coming Home to Starr’s Fall by Kate Hewitt (Boldwood):
This is such a thrilling surprise and I am so honored to have been shortlisted. Having read many shortlisted books in the past, I know I will be in very esteemed company, and am really delighted by this incredible honor.
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Website: katehewittbooks.com

A Secret Cornish Wish by Ali McNamara (Little Brown):
It’s amazing to be nominated yet again for an RNA award! This is my fourth time as a nominee, and I’m incredibly grateful to the readers that have chosen my book as one of their favourites.
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Website: www.alimcnamara.co.uk

A Love Letter to Paris by Rebecca Raisin (Boldwood):
I’m absolutely thrilled to be shortlisted for such a prestigious award! It’s lovely to be recognised by the RNA and I’m so pleased that A Love Letter to Paris resonated for the judges among so many brilliant books.
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