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.

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