Romance Writers of Australia National Conference

When? 13th--15h August 2010

Where? RWA's 19th conference will be held at the Crowne Plaza in Coogee, NSW.

Theme: Sun, Surf, Sizzle

What's it all about then? Not strictly a litfest but a with so many experienced authors worth getting along to if the genre is of interest. Three days of talks and workshops by experienced romance writers and experts, including international guest. Sessions range from craft of writing (beginners & advanced,) to experts whose knowledge informs our research, and industry workshops for the many professional writers who attend.

Who’s appearing? New York Times bestselling authors Vicki Lewis Thompson and Nalini Singh; Debra Dixon, publisher and author of Goal, Motivation &Conflict ; and agent Jennifer Schober from Spencerhill Associates in New York

How much are tickets? Check site

Festival Website www.romanceaustralia.com

Who you missed (or maybe not) at the last festival: Barbara Samuel, Jo Beverley and Margie Lawson. Mary Jo Putney.