2012 Golden Heart Winners

Scoring Criteria The top 10 percent of each category's entries (based on the number of qualified entries received), with a limit of eight (nine in the case of tie), will advance to the final round, provided that minimum total score for each finalist equals 80 percent of the total possible score. The 80 percent rule does not apply to the Best First Book category.

Category Descriptions Contemporary Series Romance Series romance novels that focus primarily on the romantic relationship. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Contemporary Series Romance: Suspense/Adventure Series romance novels which focus primarily on the romantic relationship but may have more complex suspense or adventure subplots. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Contemporary Single Title Romance Romance novels which focus primarily on the romantic relationship, released as individual titles, not as part of a series. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Historical Romance Romance novels set in any time period prior to 1945, and taking place in any location. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Inspirational Romance Romance novels in which religious or spiritual beliefs (in the context of any religion of spiritual belief system) are a major part of the romantic relationship. Judging guidelines: In this category, religious or spiritual beliefs (in the context of any religion or spiritual belief system) are blended with and form a significant part of the love story, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Novel with Strong Romantic Elements A work of fiction in which a romance plays a significant part in the story, but other themes or elements take the plot beyond the traditional romance boundaries. Judging guidelines: Novels of any tone or style, set in any place or time are eligible for this category. A romance must be an integral part of the plot or subplot, and the resolution of the romance is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Paranormal Romance Romance novels in which the future, a fantasy world or paranormal happenings are an integral part of the plot, Judging guidelines: In this category, a futuristic, fantasy, or paranormal element is blended with the love story, which is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Regency Historical Romance Romance novels in which the majority of the story is set against the Regency period of the British Empire. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Romantic Suspense Romance novels in which suspense, mystery, or thriller elements constitute an integral part of the plot. Judging guidelines: In this category, a suspense/mystery/thriller plot is blended with a love story, which is the main focus of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic. Young Adult Romance Novels with a strong romantic theme geared toward young adult readers. Judging guidelines: In this category, the love story is an important element of the novel, and the end of the book is emotionally satisfying and optimistic.

2012 Golden Heart Winners

Contents

Contemporary Series Romance

Contemporary Single Title Romance

Historical Romance

Inspirational Romance

Novel with Strong Romantic Elements

Paranormal Romance

Regency Romance

Romantic Suspense

Young Adult Romance

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