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Georgia Romance Writers

 

The Maggie Awards for Published Novelists recognizes RWA authors who have published outstanding books in the romance genre during 2007. The Maggie Award is a symbol of achievement given by Georgia Romance Writers to bring special attention to these writers, and the Maggie, a silver medallion commissioned by GRW, receives national attention. Books will be scored and ranked by a panel of booksellers and librarians. The names and categories of Maggie recipients and finalists will appear in the Romance Writers Report.

 

Eligibility and Categories:
■  NEW! Now open to all RWA published romance novelists who meet RITA^® guidelines for eligibility.

■   Electronic and audio books may be entered. Such books must be presented in English, in print-book format produced by the publisher, complete with copyright page, in perfect or case binding, and printed on both sides of the page.

■  All books must carry a copyright date between January 2007 and December 2007.

■   If the minimum number of entries in a category is not met, the entry will be moved into the second-choice category.

■   The Maggie is awarded in the following romance categories: short contemporary, long contemporary, historical (includes Regencies), contemporary single title, paranormal/fantasy (includes time travel, futuristic, etc.), and inspirational.

Judging:

■   Two judges from our bookseller/librarian pool will evaluate each book.

■   Judges will give each entry a score from 1 to 10 (10 being the highest). Judges will also rank entries for use in tie-breaking, as needed, for advancement to the finals.

■ Finalists will be notified by August 15, 2008.

■ Decisions of the judges are final.

 

Awards:

■ First place / highest scored book in each category will receive the prestigious Maggie Medallion.
■ Winners will be announced October 4, 2008, at Moonlight & Magnolias.

Entry must be RECEIVED by May 1, 2008, and must include:

1.   THREE (3) copies of each book entered.

2.   $20 entry fee per title entered.

3.   Separate entry form for each title entered.

 

Send single title, short contemporary, and paranormal/fantasy entries to:

                  Pam Mantovani

                  2173 Indian Shoals Drive

                  Loganville, GA 30052 

 

Send historical, long contemporary, and inspirational entries to:

                  Jenna Kay

                  3495 Cascade Fall Drive

                  Buford, GA 30519

 

PLEASE NOTE:  Participation is limited to THREE books TOTAL for recognition.

Questions should be directed to Pam Mantovani, 678-957-6775 (pam_mantovani@bellsouth.net).