Short Contemporary
Undercover Billionaire – Amy Andrews
Long Contemporary
Rock Star – Leigh Court
Extra Spicy / Erotic
The Redemption – Nikki Sloane
Historical
Rags-to-Riches Wife – Catherine Tinley
Short Inspirational
Jocelyn – Sarah Monzon
Long Inspirational
Point of Danger – Irene Hannon
Mainstream / Single Title
Claiming Carter – Jennifer Bonds
Novel with Romantic Elements
Cardinal Virtue – J.R. Lesperance
Novella
Inn for a Surprise – Karen Witemeyer
Paranormal / Time Travel / Futuristic / Fantasy
Hidden in Shadows – Lark Brennan
Romantic Suspense
Secret Investigation – Elizabeth Heiter
Best First Book
The Seventh Sun – Lani Forbes
Best Book by a Virginia Author
Cardinal Virtue – J.R. Lesperance