2012 Maggie Awards For Published Romance Novelists Rules

The Maggie Awards for Published Novelists recognizes RWA authors who have published outstanding books in the romance genre during 2011. 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:

  • 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. The author must not participate financially in the production and/or distribution of the work.
  • All books must carry a copyright date between January 2011 and December 2011.
  • 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: Contemporary Series Romance, Historical (includes Regencies), Contemporary Single Title, Paranormal/Fantasy (includes time travel, futuristic, etc.), and Inspirational.
  • The cost for each entry submitted is $20.00.

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 July 16, 2012.
  • 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 6, 2012, at Moonlight & Magnolias.

Deadlines for entries is May 10, 2012

Click the link below to begin the submission process. By clicking on the Maggie Published Authors Submission Form link below, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the above rules.

- Maggie Published Authors Submission Form

Questions should be directed to Brenna Crowder at BrennaLHC@gmail.com