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We have a winner!
Marie-Claude Bourque's ANCIENT WHISPERS is the 2009 AT V champ.
It's the final curtain for the RT Book Reviews/Dorchester Publishing American Title contest, and while we're sorry to
bid adieu to AT, it was a jolly good run. But we're thrilled to introduce you to the winner you picked from the eight
worthy contestants, Canadian-born, Seattle-based Marie-Claude Bourque. Bourque's paranormal romance ANCIENT WHISPERS
edged out two historical romances, an urban fantasy, a time-travel, two romantic suspense stories and another
paranormal. "The American Title contest has given us some amazingly fabulous talent over the years -- Helen Scott Taylor,
Jenny Gardiner, Gerri Russell, Raz Steel, Kathy Bacus," says Dorchester Editor Leah Hultenschmidt. "And now Marie-Claude
Bourque, whose ANCIENT WHISPERS intrigued me from the beginning, with its mystical mix of a centuries-old hero looking
for his lost love and a band of alchemists and sorcerers with an agenda of their own."
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AND THE AWARD GOES TO:
Marie-Claude Bourque -- Seattle, WA
ANCIENT WHISPERS (Paranormal)
"I would like first to send my warmest cheers to my fellow American Title V finalists. I am truly honored to have
competed with such accomplished and talented writers, and I am convinced that we will all hear more from them in the
very near future. I would also like to thank from the bottom of my heart the staff at RT Book Reviews and Dorchester
Publishing for hosting this contest. It has been an experience of a lifetime that brought me my dream of publication as
well as a really positive and exciting time filled with wonderful new friends and fun opportunities. And last but not
least, I would like to send special thanks to all the readers of RT Book Reviews who participated in the contest by
taking the time to read our entries and vote for their favorites. Without their participation, I would not now be
looking forward to seeing my book in print.
The theme of the finalists this year, as devised by finalist Jessica Darago,
was "Love Conquers." I am very proud of being part of the romance industry because I believe that, especially in this
time of hardship, it is love that will conquer our darkest moments, and it is by holding on to each other that we will
succeed. Romance writers and readers, and also reviewers, publishers, publicists and all in this industry, do a huge
part in bringing this message forward and believing in it. Let's all keep hope, because love conquers." MCBourque.com |
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OUR RUNNER-UP:
Tamara Hughes -- Brooklyn Park, MN
ONCE UPON A MASQUERADE (Historical)
"Competing in the American Title V contest has been an incredible experience. I'd like to thank Dorchester Publishing and
RT Book Reviews for giving me this opportunity to share my work. Thanks also go out to my awesome critique group, my
family and friends and all of the readers who voted for "Once Upon a Masquerade." Your support has meant a lot to me.
Congratulations to Marie-Claude and to all of the finalists. Just participating in this contest is validation of your
talents. I look forward to seeing all of our books on the shelves one day. As for me, I plan to continue this writing
adventure. There are so many stories I need to tell, so stay tuned." TamaraHughes.com
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ONLINE VOTING OVERVIEW
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| RT Book Reviews Issue |
Voting Category |
Online Voting |
| January #299 |
Best First Line |
November 10 - 23 |
| February #300 |
Best Hero & Heroine |
December 15 - 28 |
| March #301 |
Best Story Summary |
January 19 - February 1 |
| April #302 |
Best Dialogue Scene |
February 16 - March 1 |
| May #303 |
Best Romantic Scene |
March 16 - 29 |
American Title Competition: All Good Things Must Pass |
Last year looked like the end, but RT Book Reviews and Dorchester Publishing rallied for a fifth and final round. We'll
be putting our heads together for a new project soon, stay tuned. If you have a fun idea for a new contest or program,
e-mail . Who knows? You might kick-start another beautiful partnership!
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