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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.

Romance Writing Virtual Conference 2024

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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If you want more online education, see the full list of WDU courses here.

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Writer's Digest Self-Published Book Awards

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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