Three RWA chapters are pleased to announce the
Mid-Atlantic Romance Writers Conference
A joint 1-day conference
Registered attendees for the February 28, 2026, program:
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varomwritersvpc@gmail.com We look forward to visiting soon!
When:
February 28, 2026
Where:
Randolph-Macon College
Copley Bldg
304 Caroline St.
Ashland, Virginia 23005
(campus map)
(Google Maps)
Registration: $139
Registration is closed.
Registration - 8am
Welcome & Intros - 8:45am
Programs - 9am-4pm
Agenda TBD
Theme: Focus on craft in the company of writers.
Confirmed speakers include:
Ines Johnson will teach a master class on
"Crafting Binge-Worthy Novels Readers Can't Put Down."
Cassandra Rose Clark ("World-Building for Romance Writers")
Margaret J. Bates and Midnight Voss ("Editing for Authors")
Thien-Kim Lam ("Writing Inclusive Sex Scenes")
Also inspirational speakers Cathy Maxwell and Christine Gunderson
Packed with educational opportunities, keynote speakers, and workshop sessions.
Network in person with other romance writers.
Box lunches provided (vegetarian option available).
Post conference group dinner plans TBD.
Follow on Instagram for updates: @romance.writers.midatlantic
Questions? Email: varomwritersvpc@gmail.com
Hope to see you in February!
Sponsorship opportunities available
Subject to change. See update emails for final details.
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Mid-Atlantic Romance Writers Conference Raffle Terms:
Virginia Raffle Notice (Paid Ticket): Prizes donated by third parties. Winners must contact the donor/provider within 30 days. Services must be redeemed within 6 months unless donor states otherwise. If a prize is not honored, organizers are not responsible and will not provide replacements/refunds/compensation. Winner names/prize details may be recorded for administrative purposes. Void where prohibited. To participate in the raffle, you must be 21 years of age or over.