Washington Romance Writers is delighted to announce the finalists for
The 2005 Marlene Awards. Congratulations to all of the following
writers for a splendid job!

Single Title
Judged by Kate Duffy, Kensington.  Winner receives a critique by Suzanne
Brockman.

1. Perfect Pitch Terry McLaughlin
2. Son of the Enemy Joan Goodman*
3. Crybaby Falls Paula Graves
4. Kiss Me Tender Lori A. Borrill

Series Contemporary
Judged by Susan Litman, Harlequin/Silhouette.  Winner receives a
critique by Shirley Hailstock.

1. Wild Card Paula Graves
2. Best of Intentions Kathy Altman*
3. Riding for a Fall Katie McGuinness

Historical
Judged by Alicia Condon, Dorchester.  Winner receives a critique by
Linda Lael Miller.

1. Fearless Andrea Wilder
2. The Light Keeper Kathryn Albright
3. Moment of Glory Kelly Gottuso Mortimer

Paranormal
Judged by Patience Smith, Harlequin.  Winner receives a critique by Ann
Lawrence.

1. Moonlight Serenade Molly Herwood
2. Sapphire Dreams Pam Poulsen*
3. Through the Leaded Glass Judi Fennell


*indicates WRW Member