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For my dark romance lovelies who are reading Damian's Seduction, Chapter 15 (Winter Heat) of the revised version is out now: https://www.wattpad.com/1442823778-damian%27s-seduction-the-billionaire%27s-brutal This one's a brand-new chapter, as I cut a scene from the original that was too cutesy, and my characters were calling for something darker, edgier. ♥️♥️ Enjoy!⭐
To the Romance Awards shortlisters, I've updated the badge so there should be a transparent background, making it easier for you to use, found on this page in the Awards book: https://www.wattpad.com/myworks/412214247/write/1634226467 I thought it was done the first time, but I absentmindedly saved it wrong. :( Second time should be right now. :) I hope the transparent background works! This worked for me when I tested it: refresh the story (or your Wattpad page), then right-mouse-click, save it as a PNG.
Congratulations to the shortlisters of the Romance Awards 2026.
Here's the results so far: https://www.wattpad.com/1636050496-romance-awards-2026-shortlist
Here's the shortlisters' stickers:
https://www.wattpad.com/1634226467-romance-awards-2026-shortlisters%27-stickers
The winners will be announced on or around October 1, 2026. This has been a tough contest with more than 70 entries, so well done to those who are shortlisted. There were some very close entries, too.
To every entrant, thank you for entering. Keep writing, never give up.
* I pulled an all-nighter last night going through the scores, and my body is feeling rather sore. So I will rest now.
@the_spicy_author You DESERVE the rest. Thanks for believing Willow Creek Wolves deserved to make the list. That makes me so happy. Congrats to the rest of the shortlisters
Hope judging for ur awards is going smoothly. Looking forward to see who the winners are
Wrong button... chp 22 of Damian's story wasn't meant to be published. Sorry, folkens!
On another note, completely off-topic, who's watching the World Cup? Who are you cheering on to win the semi-finals tonight?
Looking forward to the finals this weekend ⭐⭐
Chapter 14 of Damian's Seduction (revised version): https://www.wattpad.com/1440019054-damian%27s-seduction-the-billionaire%27s-brutal This chapter... I LOVED writing Damian! ♥️♥️
Chapter 13 of Damian's Seduction (revised version): https://www.wattpad.com/1440632748-damian%27s-seduction-the-billionaire%27s-brutal
Chapter 12 (Unveiling Chloe) of the revised Damian's Seduction: https://www.wattpad.com/1440041830-damian%27s-seduction-the-billionaire%27s-brutal Enjoy. ♥️♥️
Readers, name a story you love on Wattpad. ♥️♥️♥️
Elise Runs & Dorothy Falls by HeyMisty: https://www.wattpad.com/story/101275553-elise-runs-and-dorothy-falls
The pacing, character development, the slow-burn relationship development between Elise and Dorothy, and the adventure-filled plot. I love it ♥️⭐
@the_spicy_author Top 3 favorites Kissing booth How to be the best third wheel To all the boys I've loved before
@the_spicy_author - Note: Only some of these suggestions are actually romances. I read a lot of different genres.
RE the Romance Awards 2026: I've unpublished the shortlist page and the shortlisters' & winners' information page while I add information behind the scenes. ⭐♥️
The stickers are done - they'll be available for shortlisters and winners when the time comes.
As for the categories, I spent most evenings in the past few weeks and the weekend going through the entries. I'm still finalizing shortlisters for a few categories. I need to re-read a bit before a decision's made.
All in all, some tough choices, and I'll announce on my board when the shortlist of entries is published in the awards' booklet.
Have a lovely Sunday! ♥️
