United States of Love shortlisted

The Romantic Novelists’ Association (RNA) has announced the shortlist for its prestigious Joan Hessayon Award for new writers.

Among the contenders is West Sussex author Sue Fortin (pictured) whose book United States of Love has recently been published by Harper Impulse.

Based in Chichester and Arundel, the story tells of second time love and moving on in life.

Since splitting from her husband, single mum Anna Barnes is enjoying her new found freedom and independence. However, she didn’t bank on working for Tex Garcia – or the sparks that fly between them. The gorgeous American chef is getting the locals hot under the collar and not just because of his culinary prowess!

One problem: Tex can’t commit and women pass through his life like dishes going out to service. Will it be the same with Anna? One thing’s for sure, this all-American man is determined to break her self-imposed rule of never mixing business with pleasure – and add some spice into the mix …

Commenting on her inclusion in the shortlist Sue said, “I’m delighted to be a contender for the award and honoured to be in such great company.”

The Award itself will be presented at the RNA Summer Party on 22nd May at the Royal Over-Seas League, Park Place, London SW1A 1LR at 19.15.

 

The Joan Hessayon Award is generously sponsored by gardening expert Dr. David Hessayon OBE, in honour of his late wife Joan, who was a longstanding member of the RNA and a great supporter of its New Writers’ Scheme.

 

The full shortlist for 2014 is:

Celia J AndersonSweet ProposalPiatkus

Elaine EverestGracie’s WarPulse

Helena FairfaxThe Silk RomanceMuseItUp

Sue FortinUnited States of LoveHarper Impulse

Kathryn FreemanToo CharmingChoc Lit

Jessica GilmoreThe Return of Mrs JonesHarlequin Mills & Boon

Laura E JamesTruth or Dare?Choc Lit

Jennie JonesThe House on Burra Burra LaneHarlequin Australia

Alison MaySweet NothingChoc Lit

Teresa F. MorganPlus One is a Lucky NumberHarper Impulse

Jane O’ReillyOnce a Bad GirlEscape

Helen PhiferThe Ghost HouseCarina UK

Jill SteeplesDesperately Seeking HeavenCarina UK

Jo ThomasThe Oyster CatcherAccent Press

Lin TreadgoldGoodbye Henrietta StreetSafkhet Publishing

Susan WillisYes Chef, No ChefEndeavour

Jennifer YoungThank You For the MusicTirgearr

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