The Rita Award for Best Novel: Celebrating Excellence in Writing If you're a bookworm like me, you're probably always on the lookout for the next great novel to dive into. Have you heard about the prestigious Rita Award for Best Novel? If not, let me introduce you to this highly acclaimed literary award that recognizes outstanding contributions to the world of romance fiction. Named after the first president of Romance Writers of America (RWA), Rita Clay Estrada, the Rita Award has been bestowed annually since 1982. This award honors exceptional writers in the romance genre, showcasing their creativity, storytelling prowess, and ability to captivate readers' hearts with their words. The Best Novel category of the Rita Awards is particularly captivating, as it features unforgettable tales of love, passion, and unputdownable plotlines. Each year, a panel of expert judges, consisting of avid readers, booksellers, librarians, and fellow authors, carefully selects the most exceptional romance novels to receive this prestigious accolade. One noteworthy recipient of the Rita Award for Best Novel is none other than Nora Roberts, a living legend in the world of romance fiction. With a career spanning several decades, Roberts has penned numerous bestsellers that have enthralled readers worldwide. Her winning novel, "Vision in White," the first installment of the Bride Quartet series, tells a heartwarming and captivating story of four best friends who run Vows, a wedding planning company. Another celebrated author who has taken home the Rita Award for Best Novel is Susan Elizabeth Phillips. Her novel, "Natural Born Charmer," earned this coveted recognition with its charming characters, witty banter, and emotionally charged storyline. Phillips has consistently delivered top-notch romance novels that keep readers hooked until the very last page. If you're eager to explore more award-winning romance novels, look no further than the official Romance Writers of America website. Their website is a treasure trove of recommended reads, where you can discover past winners of the Rita Award and explore different sub-genres of romance fiction. Additionally, enthusiastic readers can also benefit from visiting reputable book review websites such as Goodreads or BookBub. These platforms provide a wealth of user-generated book recommendations, allowing you to explore a vast range of novels based on your interests. So, whether you are a die-hard romance fan or simply curious to dive into this captivating genre, the Rita Award for Best Novel serves as an excellent guide for discovering exceptional romance novels. Delve into the world of love, passion, and happily ever afters, and let these award-winning authors transport you to a realm of unforgettable stories. Happy reading!
Waking up one day, she was bewildered. Who are these people? Why do they all know her? Being killed in an instant, he was confused. Wasn't he dead? Why is he still alive? The loyal big yellow dog, now transformed into a handsome young man! The prelude to a catastrophe unfolds, while someone, willing to wait for a thousand years, is determined to turn the world upside down! PS: (This story is not a reincarnation, not a time-travel, not a cultivation tale) A newbie with clumsy hands, but I promise to complete it.
564.69 Million words | 2022-11-12 00:27Update
"I can not only take care of myself, but also fit in the high society, run a kitchen, slay Trojan horses, and climb over walls. I have no interest in fighting for a man, but I can definitely handle a rogue. As a modern woman of the near future, the only creature I despise is 'men', and the sweet words I least want to hear are 'sweet nothings'. This extreme disgust on all levels, from physical to psychological, leads to the demise of every man who approaches me. Yes, I am afflicted with the ultimate love terminal illness - what can you do to me?" - Jin Shuxian.
28.57 Million words | 2020-08-28 20:42Update
She is the youngest daughter of a high-ranking official, and also the beloved Princess Qingpin appointed by the Empress Dowager. He is the renowned young master of the Song Mansion, excelling in all directions. He holds all the intelligence in the world, and is a frivolous prince who appears and disappears without a trace. At the age of seven, she told him, 'Ran Gege, I like you.' However, he remained cold and indifferent, leaving only a glimpse of his back... Unexpected storms in life, Lin Xuan, who survived the Lin family's catastrophe, was luckily sold into a brothel... As time flies and years pass, Lin Xuan, once a pure and beautiful child, has grown into a stunning beauty. Upon reuniting with her past love, she still feels a heart-pounding connection. However, numerous mists and conspiracies block their path, making it difficult to rekindle their old romance. In this chaotic era, can she still hold onto her initial love?... The blooming and wilting of flowers year after year, who is it that remains, who is it that is left behind, guarding the blooming flower of half a lifetime...
213.01 Million words | 2021-07-03 02:34Update
Carefree and free-spirited. Gaming in the mortal realm, laughing proudly in the world. College student Zhao Xuan accidentally obtains a miraculous inheritance, gaining boundless true power. As his strength grows, Zhao Xuan begins to summon winds and control rain, indulging in the world of flowers, defying fate, unstoppable. He is the hellish messenger in the eyes of villains, the urban dark hero that troubles high-ranking officials in every province! When hearing of injustice, he unleashes the power of wind and thunder, seeking justice and revenge. Faced with enemies, he toys with them like playthings, tormenting them mercilessly. Roaming freely in the dark night, soaring in the sky, riding the winds and clouds, he progresses triumphantly and prospers greatly!
146.63 Million words | 2021-05-20 13:13Update
In the village where Lin Jun was born, several strange incidents have occurred. Villagers mysteriously died and strange phenomena occurred around buried deceased villagers, and people talked about their connection with ghosts and monsters. While chopping wood on the mountain one day, Lin Jun kindly cleared the weeds and withered vines around a grave, and luckily found a book on catching ghosts. After returning home, he meticulously studied and learned the art of ghost hunting, embarking on a journey to catch ghosts. A series of ghost hunting stories unfold...
100.84 Million words | 2022-01-15 19:09Update
After the War of Heavenly Dynasty, the formidable Beetle Tribe launched an unprecedented global assault on the CRAB. With outdated equipment and weak fighting spirit, the CRAB forces retreated in defeat, with billions of marine creatures approaching the city of Liyang. At this critical moment of life and death, a legendary hero who had withdrawn from the world reluctantly took up the mission to save Liyang and the world, embarking on a long journey of salvation. - Volume II: Battle of the Land City. PS: This book contains occasional dark and explicit content. PS: Illustrations can be found at /p/.
221.64 Million words | 2021-08-20 02:35Update
Ye Yiling, a recently graduated second generation rich kid, was unexpectedly dragged into a strange world by her family's mysteriously transformed computer. It seemed to be a world straight out of a book, with reborn supporting female leads and incredibly lucky female protagonists. Meanwhile, Ye Yiling found herself transformed into Ye Ziling, a scion of a prestigious family. While enjoying the change in her status, she couldn't help but worry that if she couldn't spend all her bank savings before her death, she would definitely die with regret! (Please vote, bookmark, and support! All kinds of requests~)
6.78 Million words | 2020-07-11 23:10Update
The pursuit of dreams never stops, nothing can prevent me from becoming a manga artist, even if it means transforming!
59.25 Million words | 2023-02-23 02:56Update
Drinking the strongest alcohol, playing with the most beautiful women, killing the strongest men. Jiang Fei, the king of world mercenaries. One of the most terrifying persons in this world, in the eyes of men, his strength is enough to make his opponents despair. In the eyes of women, his power drives them crazy. Jiang Fei, a man who is both a demon and a god. He says, pushing a woman is not a skill, making a woman reach climax is. Watch the sunset rise again, witness Jiang Fei triumph through the bloody path, and return to the peak...
525.35 Million words | 2020-08-03 20:46Update
After encountering the Nine Stars in a row, Li Gang's fate changes. The cool QQ leads Li Gang to the path of deceiving the heavens and the realms. 'Peasant, get me a few tons of antiques.' Using voice chat, Li Gang pretends to be an experienced person and gives instructions to Li Shimin. It is said that Sister Chang'e is taking a bath in the Moon Palace. Oh my goodness, is it that explicit? Should I use video call to... oh no, help Sister Chang'e check if there is any dirt on her body. Can QQ pets receive a randomly god-level pet? That's so cool and awesome! No, I have to quickly draw one to guard my home. What! The Great Sage set is half-price? Awesome! There are even Dragon Balls. Should I summon Shenron for a group photo? Playing a game can actually level up? Alright, my big sword is already eager to kill, wait for the massacre, minions. More features are available in The Strongest QQ in History. My name is Li Gang, and I carry salt for myself.
272.28 Million words | 2021-10-21 14:13Update
Betrayed and killed by beloved and friends, filled with resentment, reborn one day, witness how the female protagonist takes revenge on scum men and women, and creates her own commercial empire. 'What? You're interested in me and want to marry me? Sorry, I no longer love anyone in this lifetime.' 'Hey! Let me go! I said I won't marry!' 'That's not up to you anymore,' said the cunning man. Thought to be an orphan, with no chance to meet her parents in this life, but unexpectedly, her parents are alive, and she has a prestigious identity...
212.78 Million words | 2021-09-20 21:39Update
In this book, he is the most respected person in the city, synonymous with strength, elegance, self-restraint, and romance. She is the apple of his eye, making his ambition to dominate the world pale in comparison. He would give up conquering the world because you are more important than the entire world. This story is full of excitement, unexpected twists, supernatural powers, cheat codes, and intense themes.
541.54 Million words | 2020-11-12 05:38Update
A top-tier assassin is transported to another world before his death, living under the control of an organization. His final wish is to start over and truly experience the world. By a stroke of luck, he is reborn in that world, his body returning to its sixteen-year-old form, but he can no longer be called human. Hence, he does not 'reincarnate' but 'turns into non-human'. However, he loses almost all his powers and is left with only a few months to live after a perilous adventure. Thus, he embarks on a journey to prolong his life and reach the pinnacle of existence once again.
331.87 Million words | 2020-07-24 16:29Update
From the naive and ignorant Miss Su to the despised Mrs. Lu, Su Ni has loved Lu Changming for ten years. However, after five years of marriage, she still couldn't get a glance from him despite her efforts. When his ex is released from prison, he stays in a hotel with her; when his ex is hospitalized, he stays up all night by her side; when his ex gives birth, he holds her hand and lets the child call him daddy... The whole city knows that Mr. Lu's heart is taken, but it's not Su Ni. Four years later, Su Ni holds the divorce agreement and goes from being the renowned lawyer Su to becoming a prisoner. Everyone knows that Su Ni climbed her way up by stepping on her ex-husband, using vicious and cruel means, and now she is facing the consequences. But he walks into the courtroom, putting all his efforts into saving her, even if it means losing the support of others and being imprisoned. Later, Su Ni finally agrees to see him, standing tall by the hospital bed. "You have repaid what you owe me. Let's settle our accounts." But there's a gleam in his eyes as he softly says, "No, you still owe me a second child, and I owe you a lifetime..." he says, for only when there are debts owed to each other can they stay together for a lifetime.
589.66 Million words | 2020-12-19 21:35Update
Luoxianqian never knew that hatred could drive someone so insane. He hated her, so he cruelly took possession of her body and persecuted her family, even destroying her world. She escaped, thinking she could start over. Little did she know, fate would once again push her towards him. This time, he shattered her love, her beliefs, and even took away her freedom. And she finally learned to reciprocate hatred. If he claimed to love her, she would let him taste the betrayal of the person he loved, the feeling of being hurt. Yan Zhengxi, between you and me, there can be hatred, resentment, and animosity, but never love...
481.69 Million words | 2021-05-07 05:47Update
Those who are skilled at trading monster stocks can invest in a motorcycle and return in a Mercedes-Benz. Those who are not skilled at trading monster stocks will have the opposite outcome. The protagonist Wang Bin, driving a BMW, invests in two monster stocks. Two years later, he returns with a new city and a bunch of beautiful women from N nation.
48.18 Million words | 2020-08-25 21:16Update
On [date], with a thunderous roar, the President of Goldfinger Entertainment Group, the President of Goldfinger Talent Agency, the second largest shareholder of S|M Entertainment Ltd., the world-renowned female artist, and the famous female screenplay writer was born. This book will track and report on her ordinary yet extraordinary daily life from the moment of her birth. Also known as 'My Days Living with Eight Beautiful Girls', 'The Must-Torture Ex-Boyfriends of Girls' Generation', 'My Amazing Life with My Awesome Eight Wives', and 'Stories that Bring You Joy and Touch Your Heart'. PS: This book is funded by the Yuri Party, we produce yuri, we are not just yuri carriers! This book is also funded by the Girls' Generation CP Party, Tae Yeon, we have your daughter! Lastly, this book is sponsored by Sone, thank you for not reading your pompous novels!
380.24 Million words | 2022-06-07 10:45Update
There are many types of happy love, and Ai Mengmeng feels that her happy love is finding someone who can gently touch her heart. When asked what her ideal boyfriend is like, Ai Mengmeng tilts her head and thinks for a moment before saying just three words: like Qing Song! In fact, not just like him, but it is him! Because his name is Qing Song, elegant like a pine tree, yet calm and reserved like one. Ai Mengmeng knows that this 'Song' clearly likes her but is too afraid to confess, so she has to take the initiative... She says, when you gaze at me with focus and kiss me gently, you are the most handsome! He smiles, holds her hand, and intertwines their fingers. From then on, gentleness falls onto her heart...
20.48 Million words | 2023-06-08 05:49Update
The novel 'The Most Difficult to Raise: Airhead Cute Wife' written by author Qin Jiayan has a thrilling and captivating plot, and is available for free reading online on Penfun Pavilion. The story is known for its excellent storytelling and writing style.
296.54 Million words | 2020-08-07 12:14Update
Xia Jiawei, who was immersed in a popular cultivation game, accidentally transmigrated. However, instead of being a lucky main character, she found herself in a remote and disadvantaged ancient era. To make matters worse, she also had a helpless baby to take care of. Soon, she discovered a mysterious and ruthless parenting system that would electrocute her if she failed to meet its requirements. Frustrated, she wondered how she ended up with such a cute nickname and a foolish and naive husband. As a person who enjoys a comfortable life, she had no idea how to handle the challenges. And the system was not helping, constantly reminding her not to resist its commands.
507.69 Million words | 2022-03-27 02:13Update
