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Nominations for the RNA Romance Industry Awards close Monday 28th September. #RIAs26
This weekend is your last chance to nominate someone who has helped shape a book, a career or a community.
Don't let the deadline pass:
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Have you submitted your entry for the Romantic Novel of the Year Awards yet?
Hurry! We sold out quickly last year, and we’re currently approaching full capacity. Please enter your books without delay. #RoNAs27
All the details click here 👇
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For all the "nos," these people gave you the "yes."
Nominate an industry professional who took a chance on you for the RNA Romance Industry Awards. #RIAs26
Check out the details below 👇
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Thank you to Ripley Library! They were the winner of the Library of the Year award in 2023 and nominated in 2025! @DerbyshireLibs
Know a library or librarian who champions romance? Recognise them with a nomination for a Romance Industry Award. #RIAs26
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The people in the romantic fiction community champion the genre even when it's not part of their job description.
The nomination form is simple and it could mean everything to them!
#RIAs26
Click here for the form 👇
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In under a week, nominations will open for the Romance Industry Awards #RIAs26. It’s your chance to shine a light on the industry professionals who deserve recognition. Who's on your list?
Awards ceremony on 4th of Nov 11.30-13.30 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City.
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In case you missed the #RNAConf26 we caught up with Ola Awonubi to get one tip for handling the "R" word. Not Romance but Rejection.
Don't worry if you missed out. We have all sorts of community sharing and learning that happens on the inside. 👇
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Fancy reading romance/romantic fiction for free and determining the best books of the year?
Sign up to become a Reader Judge for the Romantic Novel of the Year Awards #Ronas27
Open to all romance readers!
Click here to sign up 👇
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Congratulations to the winner, Suzanne Lissaman, of the Elizabeth Goudge Writing Competition which was presented at the #RNAConf26
Congrats to Imogen Martin for her 2nd place achievement and to Sue Cook for her 3rd place achievement. Well done!
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Raising a glass to @BoldwoodBooks for not only generously sponsoring the fizz at the #RNAConf26 but for celebrating 7 incredible years in business! Thank you for being such a valued part of the romantic fiction community! Cheers! #BoldwoodBirthday
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The #RNAConf26 has wrapped up. We had an amazing time. Thank you to every single person who made this happen. There are too many to name in this space, we appreciate all the work that went in. What an experience!
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We're delighted to announce our new RNA President following the end of the presidential term for Sue Moorcroft. We announced the news at the #RNAConf26 during our Annual General Meeting (AGM).
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Day one of the #RNAConf26 kicked off with our keynote speaker John Yorke! Amazing insight into storytelling regarding the romance structure. Thank you!
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We can't wait to see everyone! If you're at the conference please use #RNAConf26
See you there!
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Published in 2026 (or about to be)?
Submissions are officially OPEN to enter the Romantic Novel of the Year Awards 2027 — one of the most prestigious awards in romantic fiction!
Full details about the categories and entry process via the link:
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No matter what you're feeling about the upcoming #RNAConf26, we've got you covered.
Check out the tips for attending the conference on our blog:
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We’re delighted to announce the #Ronas27 submissions are open for RNA members today! Non members from 27 July 2026! Please read all the details thoroughly and the RNA’s Position Statement on #GenAI
#TuesNews
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We have issued a position statement with regard to the impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) on the creative writing industry and the creative industry as a whole.
Please read the full position statement here:
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Reading romance is still a quietly radical act.
Check out some of the articles in the current issue of Romance Matters Reader Edition:
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A 1-2-1 with an agent or publisher can feel like the highest-stakes meeting of your life. RNA members get the inside scoop.
One golden tip shared in our community: don't take notes, listen.
Join our community of sharing knowledge: 👇
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