Welcome to the Beau Monde
Who Are We
The Beau Monde is a recognized chapter of Romance Writers of America (RWA). Our purpose is to promote excellence in romantic fiction, set primarily in the Regency period (1811-1820)
News & Events
Royal Ascot Contest 2009 Winners
The Beau Monde Board would like to announce the winners of this years Royal Ascot:
Regency Historical
Judged by Lucy Gilmour and the Harlequin Mills & Boon Historical team.
- First: Mis-Matched, by Alleyne Dickens*
- Second: Seduced by Passion, by Carol Jo Kachmar
- Third: Never Too Late, by Karen Dobbins
* Revised Complete Manuscript Requested
Hot & Wild Regency
Judged by Tessa Woodward, Avon Editor, HarperCollins.
- First: Deceit of Desire, by Pamela Bolton-Holyfield
- Second: Secret Possessions, by Leah Ball
- Third: The Coven at Callington, by Shereen Vedam
Sweet & Mild Regency
Judged by Deb Werksman, Acquiring Editor, Sourcebooks.
- First: The Angel and St. Clair, by Constance Hussey
- Second: The Legend of the Fox, by Donna Maloy*
- Third: The Return of Hope, by Marjorie Gilbert
* Partial Submission to Sourcebooks Children's Editor Requested
June 2009 Author Interview:
Sheri Cobb South
Please enjoy June's author interview, where Sarah Tanner interviews Beau Monde published author Sheri Cobb South.
Regency Reader
The Beau Monde offers the Regency Reader, a free emailed newsletter for anyone interested in Regency romances. This free monthly publication features a listing of new and upcoming titles, author interviews and tidbits about the Regency era.