DC Romance Writers

Washington Romance Writers (WRWDC) is an affiliate chapter of RWA. We are dedicated to promoting excellence in romantic fiction.

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Excited about March's meeting! Join us March 14 for a self-publishing panel with @siera_london @ReanaMalori and @XylaTurner #romancewriters #writingcommunity
https://t.co/qV6e209HDL

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In light of the ever-shifting situation with coronavirus, the March program meeting scheduled for this Saturday, March 14th, has been cancelled. We will attempt to reschedule.

Pay attention to guidance in caring for yourself & others during this time.

Kelly Maher
WRW President

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Sharing some pics from today’s @WRWDC’s 5th Annual Hearts To You Luncheon

2- @AngelinaMLo @JunoRushdan
Romance Readers / #NewToMeAuthor @Irette

3-@kinilei1 @JanetRodman
Cupboard Maker Books Owner: Michelle Haring /@ReanaMalori

4-@jtothelove @miasosaromance @thelawyerwrites

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If you are attending our meeting today, please use the lower level entrance if possible. The Plaza lobby entrance is not staying unlocked. Thank you.

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We are sad to announce the cancellation of the 2020 In the Company of Writers Retreat. We thank all of our expected speakers, especially Masterclass speakers @ReeseRyanWrites& @RoanParrish, & guests for agreeing to come. Huge thanks to our Retreat team. Until next year.

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The Washington Romance Writers Board appreciates the forward movement to address the issues facing the Romance Writers of America. We have posted our statement which had been scheduled to send minutes after RWA’s announcement. https://t.co/7Z65shqMYv

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The Hearts to You Luncheon is on as scheduled for Sunday, February 16th! Join fabulous authors, readers, bloggers, and librarians—all fans of romance—at Maggiano’s in Tyson’s Corner. Tickets are still available! https://t.co/T99CS8ixyU

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in addition to sending out a chapter-wide email with it. We hope that all who can attend will. If time allows, Angele will present a workshop at the end of the meeting. If you have questions or concerns, email President Kelly Maher at [email protected]. ~KM

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Our next general meeting is scheduled for next Saturday, 1/11. @angelemcquade was our originally scheduled presenter, but we will now be having a general membership meeting to discuss the current issues. President Kelly Maher has posted the revised schedule in the WRW forum...

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@AveryFlynn @VaRomWriters We’re meeting next Saturday!!

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Until that time, the WRW Board would like to once again affirm its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in our organization and at our events. If you have questions or concerns, you can contact our president at [email protected].

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WRW’s president, Kelly Maher, posted a letter to members regarding recent RWA actions on the chapter’s forum on the RWA website on 12/26/19. The WRW Board is holding their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, 1/6/20, and will be discussing a public statement then.

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Don't forget, the Marlene Writing Contest closes on Dec. 31st! Get your submissions in by then and get quality feedback from seasoned writers and industry professionals. Check out the categories and judges, and enter today at https://t.co/0miUlLK4B8
#wrw2019 #WritingCommunity

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Don't forget the Marlenes! The @WRWDC contest for unpublished manuscripts.
Submissions get quality feedback from seasoned writers and exposure to industry professionals.
Enter soon!
https://t.co/Yu1rxmmS3u

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New Romantic Adventure! by @WillaBlair
Scottish antiques appraiser Caitlin Paterson accepts a commission in the Hamptons, ’tis the season for Christmas miracles. Too bad she doesn’t have one handy.
Coming out December 4
More info at
https://t.co/bVvBo9pTLJ

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After the death of her betrothed, Lathir guards her heart. Until an attack forces her to rely on Sir Ronan, a fierce warrior. In storm-filled days adrift at sea, a
passionate bond forms.
Releasing in April! https://t.co/njsWsNSzZ5

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Hearts to you Luncheon.
Join @WRWDC Romance authors for an intimate lunch! Find out how they come up with story ideas, develop characters, and get inspired as we celebrate romance writing with the people that make it possible – you! https://t.co/o5RhJdot8z

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From Regency Scotland to contemporary New York City, Eight Kisses spreads a feast of love in sweet short stories to super-spicy novellas. These All-New Tales of Hanukkah Romance were Edited by @MindyKlasky and
@labaileyauthor
Very much worth the read.

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Washington Romance Writers’ Marlene Contest. Unpublished manuscripts. A must-enter. Quality feedback with exposure to industry professionals. The prestige of a great win.
Opens: November 1, 2019
Closes: December 31, 2019
@WRWDC
https://t.co/Y02P8xZQoh…

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Tracey Garvis Graves, bestselling author of On the Island and Covet is coming to Scrawl Books in Reston to discuss The Girl He Used to Know.  Called "a heartwarming neurodiverse love story" (Kirkus Reviews), The event is free, but seating is limited. Sign up through Eventbrite.