Hearts in Ink 2026 Is Open for Entries
The Orange County Romance Writers is excited to announce that the 2026 Hearts in Ink Contest for Published Authors is now open!
Hearts in Ink celebrates excellence in romance novels, novellas, and mainstream fiction with a central romance.
We are accepting entries in the following categories:
Contemporary Romance
Historical Romance
Speculative Romance
Romantic Novella
Deadline: May 31, 2026 at midnight PDT
Entry Fee: $35 for OCRW members | $45 for non-members
For full category descriptions, contest rules, and entry instructions, visit:
Hearts in Ink Contest
We can't wait to celebrate your stories!