Romantic Times Convention Photos

Golden Heart/Rita Unofficial List, 2008:   JudiFennell.wordpress.com

Thank you to everyone who encouraged me to enter the First Chapters Romance contest and who faithfully voted for In Over Her Head.

While I didn't win, the contest did lead to multiple agent offers and I'm thrilled to announce that I've signed with Jennifer Schober of the Spencerhill Agency.

Many thanks, as well, to Emerald de Leeuw for allowing me to use her stunning artwork as a mock cover for Erica and Reel's story, which you can see on the excerpt page.

The 3 online contests I finaled in have been a great experience in marketing and reader feedback, so I thank you all for your contributions and support. Please check back for updates.

In Over Her Head: TOP 5 FINALIST in the FIRST CHAPTERS Romance contest, sponsored by Simon&Schuster and Gather.com.

Beauty and The Best: TOP 20 FINALIST out of 2,676 entries in the FIRST CHAPTERS contest, sponsored by Simon&Schuster and Gather.com. 

Beauty and The Best: TOP 10 FINALIST in American Title III sponsored by Dorchester Publishing and Romantic Times Magazine.

Contest Judges say:

"It was an honor to read your work."

"You actually got me to choke up."

"You have a lovely gift for storytelling."

"The only thing wrong with this entry is that I didn't write it."

"Your style is effective and humor is an asset not easily achieved."