The ART of ENCHANTMENT by M.A. Clarke Scott – Contemporary Women’s Fiction, Heartwarming Romance
A well-paced escape for those hungering for art, history and a hot ride with a handsome Italian hero.
The BODY NEXT DOOR by Gay Yellen – Cozy Mystery, Female Sleuth, Romantic Thriller
A cozy mystery with exceptional heart. A satisfying read to curl up with. Heartfelt and funny.
THE LAST OUTRAGEOUS WOMAN by Jessica Stone – Contemporary Women’s Fiction
Five run-away grannies prove that dreams are worth pursuing, life is worth celebrating, and you’re never too old for true love in Jessica H. Stone’s engagingly fun and poignant tale of women pursuing their hopes and dreams.
A FOOLISH CONSISTENCY by Andrea Weir – Women’s Literature, Family Drama, Romance
Love once lost is not always easy to regain, even when the couple in question are like peas and carrots. Memorable characters, shimmering and confident prose, and realistic dialogue are portrayed in this stellar contemporary romance of mid-life star-crossed lovers seeking a second chance.
CHASING VICTORY: The Winter Sisters, Book One by Joanne Jaytanie – Romance, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Psychics
Captivating from the get-go, Chasing Victory will tantalize romance and thriller aficionados into lining up for more of Joanne Jaytanie’s The Winters Sisters series.
Fit to be Dead by Nancy West – Cozy Mystery for clue fans
This author has the keen knack of slyly tucking in clues so that they slip past, then pop up later - a joy for mystery readers!
Sati and the Rider by Winslow Eliot – Cozy Mystery/Woman Sleuth
Sati and the Rider is a fast-paced, fun read – it’s all in the cards!
A SEASON for KILLING BLONDES by Joanne Guidoccio – Cozy Mystery
Ways to soften the blow of moving back home: 19 million in your pocket, starting your own business... a knack for finding dead blondes wherever you turn? -- Not on the list!
SOMERSET Book Awards for Literary, Contemporary, and Mainstream Fiction 2016 Short List (Semi-Finalists)
These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from SLUSH pile to FINALISTS LIST and now has moved forward to the SHORT LIST of the 2016 Somerset Book Awards.
FINALISTS for the 2016 SOMERSET Awards for Literary, Mainstream, and Contemporary Fiction
The SOMERSET Awards FIRST IN CATEGORY sub-genres are: Contemporary Theme, Adventure/Suspense, Literary, Women's Fiction, Satire, Magic Realism. The OFFICIAL LISTING of the 2016 Somerset Writing Competition’s FINALISTS.