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A Day in the Life of Harlequin Editor Caroline Timmings

By Caroline Timmings April 15th, 2025 – New York City 5:30 AM: Rise and Shine! My alarm went off at […]

Posted on: April 16, 2025
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On Balancing Suspense & Romance with Harlequin Author Addison Fox

By Addison Fox Writing romantic suspense is fun, challenging and above all, a balancing act. How do you ensure you’ve […]

Posted on: April 11, 2025
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Trope Spotlight: Friends to Lovers

By Natalia Castano They say that the best love stories are often born from friendships. Friends to lovers is a […]

Posted on: April 9, 2025
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I Got the Call: Meet New Harlequin Romance Author, Jenny Lane!

Jenny Lane (she/they) writes contemporary stories with queer characters ranging from middle grade to adult. Their stories are queer, whimsical, […]

Posted on: April 7, 2025
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The Author Spotlight | April 2025

Writing a book is always a journey! Even for authors who have written multiple books, there are still twists and […]

Posted on: April 1, 2025
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Series Spotlight on Harlequin Romance: What Harlequin Romance is (and isn’t!)

What do you think when you hear Harlequin Romance? For many, they often think about the diverse range of romance […]

Posted on: March 27, 2025
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Harlequin Romance Pitch Day: Billionaires Wanted!

The editors at Harlequin Romance are on the lookout for exciting new voices! Do you love romances that transport you […]

Posted on: March 24, 2025
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Across the Globe with Harlequin Presents Author Chantelle Shaw

After 20 years of whisking readers away in stories for Harlequin Presents, author Chantelle Shaw is stepping away from her […]

Posted on: March 21, 2025
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The Roadmap to Writing Romance: 5 Tips for Plotters | How to Make Sure Your Writing Stays Spontaneous

By editors Safiya Tariq and Elena Lodge Have you experienced the obstacles of a plotter? Let’s find out: You have […]

Posted on: March 13, 2025
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Harlequin’s Romance Includes You Mentorship Opens for Submissions May 1

Harlequin is calling for submissions this May for its 2025 Romance Includes You Mentorship. We’re looking for romance novels by debut […]

Posted on: March 12, 2025