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Events for writers
Many stories have a love story at their heart and romantic fiction regularly outsells other genres appealing to men and women of all ages. Festival of Romance 2013 has lots on offer for writers of all types of romantic fiction -- from historicals to erotic romance; from contemporary stories to science fiction romances. From expertly led creative writing workshops to the chance to pitch your novel to publishers and literary agents, and even a Romantic Fiction Conference to catch up on the latest news and writing opportunities, it is an unmissable weekend to help you develop as a writer.
9 November, Saturday
10.30am to 12.30pm PITCH YOUR NOVEL Central Library
Pitch your unpublished novel to our panel of publishers for live feedback. Tickets: £5
12.45pm to 3.45pm IRRESISTABLE HEROES WORKSHOP Central Library
Learn to write heroes that readers will fall in love with. Led by authors Sue Moorcroft and Christina Courtenay. Tickets: £20. Limited places.
Panel: tbc
Pitch your novel in progress to a expert panel of publishers, or simply come to learn from the feedback given to other writers. If you want your work to be considered by the panel, please bring a 500 word synopsis of your novel, and a 300 words from the opening chapter. Participants will be selected by ballot on the day.
4pm to 5pm HOW TO STAND OUT, GET PUBLISHED & STAY PUBLISHED Central Library
Join Sammia Rafique from top publisher Harper Collins and bestselling author Miranda Dickinson for a informative talk with question and answer session. Tickets: £5
6.45pm NEW TALENT AWARD RECEPTION Invitation only
Drinks reception for New Talent Award shortlisted authors.
7.30pm to 11.30pm FESTIVAL OF ROMANCE BALL. Harpur Suite, Corn Exchange
Including presentation of the Reader Awards for best romantic books of the year, New Talent Award and Piatkus Entice Win a Publishing Contract competition. With comedian Brian Higgins and other special guests tbc. Dress code: black tie. Tickets: £50 includes three course meal and coffee.
10 November, Sunday
9.30am to 3pm... ROMANTIC FICTION CONFERENCE
Howard Room, Corn Exchange
Hear from publishers, authors and industry experts. Full programme coming soon. Tickets: £42 including lunch.
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