The Voice of Romance WritersRomance Writers of America® (RWA) is a nonprofit trade association whose mission is to advance the professional and common business interests of career-focused romance writers through networking and advocacy and by increasing public awareness of the romance genre. RWA is committed to providing all of its members with an environment free from discrimination and harassment. RWA does not discriminate against or allow harassment of any member based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law. In order to create a safe and respectful environment, discrimination and harassment of any sort is prohibited in RWA. RWA 2025 ConferenceMark your calendars for July 16–19, 2025, and join us at the stunning Niagara Falls for an unforgettable experience! The RWA Board of Directors and Conference Committee are working hard to deliver the best conference experience yet. Click here for more information. Indie Author Weekend
You can’t miss Indie Author Weekend—a two-day virtual self-publishing conference on January 25–26, 2025 designed to ignite your indie author potential! Whether you're starting your journey to self-publish a romance novel or a seasoned author looking to level up, this event connects you with key industry experts who’ll provide straight answers to propel your career forward. Click here for more information. Click Here to Register for Indie Author Weekend Click Here for Registration Scholarship for Indie Author Weekend Pen to Paper: Guide to Romance Writing
Pen to Paper: Guide to Romance Writing is an immersive ten-month collaborative learning experience where small groups work together in weekly online sessions with published authors guiding the way. This intensive, hands-on program grounds you in the craft of writing romance, so you can go from a story idea to first draft with confidence. Program registration opening soon! Click here for more information. Click Here to Register for Pen to Paper RWA Board Meeting MinutesClick to access board meeting minutes. Become a Member of RWARWA offers access to a wide range of benefits available exclusively to members. We want you to have the most relevant, up-to-date information and resources to better inform your career decisions and increase your understanding of the industry.
Learn MoreGet InvolvedOne of the biggest benefits of RWA membership is the unprecedented number of opportunities to interact with fellow writers who are in all stages of their careers. We believe an important part of a career writer’s job is peer networking, and we are committed to helping members foster those connections through our chapters, forums, and PAN and PRO communities of practice. Members can also serve the organization and help shape its future by volunteering on both a local and national level. What are you waiting for? Join us today! Learn More |
