How to Write Romance From the Experts

Get expert insights from seven award-winning and bestselling authors on the finer points of how to write within the romance genre, plus more from Writer’s Digest!

Writer’s Digest University is pleased to present a one-of-a-kind online event for romance writers! On February 16-18, 2024, our WDU Romance Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from seven award-winning and bestselling authors on the finer points of how to write within the romance genre.

Spend the day learning techniques for honing your craft from seven different published authors*, then (if you choose) pitch your novel via query letter to a literary agent specifically looking for material in the romance genre. The agent will provide you with a personalized critique of your query – and maybe ask to see more.

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Whether you’re a professional writer, a part-time freelancer or a self-starting student, here’s your chance to enter the premier self-published competition exclusively for self-published books. Writer’s Digest hosts the 32nd annual self-published competition—the Annual Self-Published Book Awards. This self-published competition spotlights today’s self-published works and honors self-published authors.

DEADLINE: April 1, 2024

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