121. Phoenix Desert Rose RWA Articles by published authors on getting started writing and selling romance novels, with a section on writing as a career. http://www.desertroserwa.org/

Chapter 60 PO Box 27407 Tempe, AZ 85285-7407 Check out Desert Rose authors HERE Welcome to the Phoenix Desert Rose Chapter of Romance Writers of America Desert Dreams 2006 Writers' Conference Registration is NOW OPEN Click HERE for details and to register Congratulations to the 2005 Golden Quill Winners! Click HERE for a list of the 2005 Golden Quill Winners Who We Are We are a diverse group of more than 120 romance writers affiliated with the national Romance Writers of America organization. Desert Rose encourages all our members through each stage of the genre-writing career. We have new writers at work on a first manuscript. We have several New York Times best selling authors. We have writers at every stage in between and we embrace each and every author. What We Do Desert Rose holds a monthly meeting , publishes a monthly newsletter and works with our sister chapter, Valley of the Sun RWA , to bring events to readers and writers throughout the year. Each year, we sponsor the Golden Quill contest for published authors and we host Desert Dreams , one of RWA 's biggest regional conferences, every other year.

122. Romance Novels: Writing Tips From Top Romance Writers romance novel writing tips from some of the world s most successful writers of Harlequin romance books. Their complete interviews appear in Nine Winning http://www.writing.co.nz/writing/romance.htm

Writing tips from top romance writers Some of the world's most successful romance story writers offer frank advice on how to write romances. Top-selling writers Joan Kilby, Stephanie Laurens and Candice Proctor talk about how they write those new 'big romances' for Ballantine, Avon and Harlequin. The complete interviews are in 'Nine Winning Habits of Successful Authors' by Rachel McAlpine. Order "Nine Winning Habits of Successful Authors" Extract from an interview with Emma Darcy Entertaining the world There is an inner magic in a good book that you cannot just describe. Academia is very used to picking things apart, but it misses out what a great book is about. The greatest book is the one that touches you personally the most. And more than any other literature in the world, romances are focused on feelings. They are very difficult for people to write, which is why so few writers are chosen from the thousands who try. The top romance writers literally strip themselves down to the soul and live what they're writing. Not many people are prepared to do that. We all protect ourselves with images or shields. To strip all that away, you're laying yourself on the line. Academics don't even begin to understand that. You're taking the reader by the hand and saying, 'Come live this life with me for a while.' If you get it right for them it is a very emotional experience.

123. MSRW-Jackson Mississippi's official chapter of romance Writers of America. Contains information on workshops, contests, member pages, writing challenges, and resources for romance writers. http://members.tripod.com/MSRW-Jackson/

setAdGroup('67.18.104.18'); var cm_role = "live" var cm_host = "tripod.lycos.com" var cm_taxid = "/memberembedded" Search: Lycos Tripod Dukes of Hazzard Share This Page Report Abuse Edit your Site ... Next DIXIE FIRST CHAPTER CONTEST WINNERS announced! ENTER MSRW Message from Past-President Donna Cromeans It all comes back down to you taking part in helping to get the MSRW and RWA message out romance is here to stay in Mississippi and is stronger than ever. SEPTEMBER WORKSHOP POSTPONED DUE TO HURRICANE KATRINA. Please Check Back. Last maintained:09/07/05 committed to helping our members become published! Officers: President: June Love Vice-President: Melanie Noto Secretary: Judith Hanes Treasurer/Contest: Penny Boswell Past President: Donna Cromeans Newsletter Editor Amy Jo Searle Charter Member/Webmaster/ Historian: Rickey Mallory Original Web Design: Jane Harrison Sometimes Webtrack experiences difficulties. If the page won't finish loading, click stop in your browser... romantic souls have flitted through here since the counter was last reset 3/21/2000 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION enter While at our feet, the voice of crystal bubbles

124. Terissa Wilcox-Historical Romance Author Dedicated to historical romance writers with links for historical research in England, Ireland and Scotland as well as general resources for writing. http://www.TerissaWilcox.com/

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125. Lowcountry Romance Writers Home Page A chapter of romance Writers of America was formed in March, 1993. The members all have one thing in common, an interest in the writing, reading, marketing, and success of all forms of romantic fiction. http://www.lowcountryrwa.com/

Church spires reach to the clear blue skies above the Holy City, Charleston, South Carolina, home of the Lowcountry Romance Writers of America . Where better to find history, romance, mystery and stories of the struggles between men, women, and their ideals. The Lowcountry is the perfect setting for the published and aspiring romance author. A chapter of Romance Writers of America , LRWA was formed in March, 1993. The members all have one thing in common—an interest in the writing, reading, marketing, and success of all forms of romantic fiction. Most meetings are held the fourth Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. There is lunch and Networking from 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. followed by a Program at 1:00 p.m. For more information, please click on the Programs link at the left or contact Membership Our purposes are: *Support from and for Chapter members, regardless of the stage of one's writing career. *Information regarding upcoming conferences, contest and new publishing criteria.

126. RomanceWritingTips Discover the industry secrets and practical advice you need to become a successful romance novelist. Find out how to get published and the easiest ways to break in to romance writing. Creative writing tips, articles, writing elements. http://groups.msn.com/RomanceWritingTips

var nEditorialCatId = 37; MSN Home My MSN Hotmail Shopping ... Money Web Search: document.write(' Groups Groups Home My Groups Language ... Help RomanceWritingTips RomanceWritingTips@groups.msn.com What's New Join Now Messages Welcome Message ... Recommend This Group to a Friend Resources and Tips for Romance Writers I believe that writing is a Craft. In the hands of a writer who has mastered the Craft, it can become more than that. It can become Art. But the bedrock is Craft. There are fundamental techniques to be studied, unfamiliar tools to be mastered, tricks of the trade to be learned. And it all takes time. Are you a Romance Fiction writer that's yet to be published? Maybe you're published but still need information about writing. Not sure how to format that manuscript or query letter? How about that synopsis? This group will showcase some of the best information for Romance writers from all over the net. You have your inspiration, the seed of a story germinating in your mind. You are creating a new world from your imagination. You plan. You write. You realize that you know nothing about an important aspect of your character's life. You could write around that gap in your knowlede and hope you don't make any glaring errors, or you can do some research and fill that gap. Here you will find an extensive list of references and research sites to help you flesh out your world and your characters and make them more real.

127. Romance Writers Of America: San Diego - Welcome Provides support for writers within the romance publishing industry by promoting excellence and by helping writers become published. Includes chapter information, meeting details, member author biographies, and writing resources. http://www.rwasd.com/

Home About Authors News ... Click here! Mission Valley Marriot Hotel Keynote Speakers Jennifer Crusie Bob Mayer Catherine Coulter Julia Quinn Home The purpose of RWASD is to promote excellence in romantic fiction, to help writers become published and establish careers in their writing field, and to provide continuing support for writers within the romance publishing industry. Feel free to contact us for more information about RWASD. Use the links in the top navigation menu to navigate our site. The left navigation bar will contain links within each of the main pages. Different colored text also indicates a link. Click on "Home" in the top navigation bar to return to the home page. We hope you'll find our web site useful and enjoyable! Congratulations Lorelle Marinello Golden Heart Winner Spring Into Romance Contest Winners - Click Here Way To Go Jackie Allen Spring into Romance wins Short Contemporary Winner October Program The October afternoon speaker will be Vessa Rinehart-Phillips. Vessa is the director of Intuitive Insights, an organization to teach people to develop their own intuition and clairvoyance. Check out her website at www.MyIntuition.NET.

128. Money Article Sabrina Jeffries' article and chart covering potential income for an average midlist romance author. http://sabrinajeffries.com/writing/money.htm

We all know how a typical romance author lives. She rises in the morning to the smell of breakfast cooked by her housekeeper and brought to her on a silver tray by her butler. After donning her Givenchy dressing gown, she sits down to read the New York Times and dictate letters to her trusty personal assistant. She bathes in her jacuzzi, then dresses in her Donna Karan leisure wear to work an hour or two at her state-of-the-art computer. Then she jets off to New York to meet with her editor, after which she has a nice lunch at the Russian Tea Room. This scenario is so far removed from my own life that I had to go online to find out an expensive designer name for the opening of this article. I'm sure there are romance writers out there who live like this, but only if they fit one of the following descriptions: Their husbands are brain surgeons They inherited old money They have incredible luck at the gambling tables The rest of us earn anything from a pittance to a very nice living. And this is where I explain to you why that is.

129. Wisconsin Romance Writers Of America Web site of WisRWA, a group of romance authors and writers from Wisconsin. The site features conference and writing contest information, author news, writing resources, and previews of upcoming books by published members. http://eclectics.com/WisRWA

Board Members/Contact Info Meeting Schedules Published Authors Member Awards ... Announcements Welcome to WisRWA's home on the Web!   We are Chapter 13 (Wisconsin) of Romance Writers of America monthly meetings. membership page WisRWA offers a spring conference/workshop and two prestigious contests every year: the Write Touch Readers' Award Fabulous Five Contest for unpublished writers. You'll find lots of news and information on our site, including previews of current and upcoming books by our published authors and a helpful list of writing resources our members recommend. 2005 Conference Committee: (left to right) Edie Ramer, Ann Curtis, Diane Greenlee, Conference Chair Lori Devoti, and Jackie Johnson Click here for more on the 2005 conference and a look back at past events!

130. RWA Home Page RWA provides its members with the wonderful opportunity to share experiences with other writers, to gain insights into publishing, as well as the art and craft of writing, and to meet industry professionals. http://www.rwanational.org

The Voice of Romance Fiction Romance Writers of America is the professional association for published and aspiring romance writers. Members of RWA write the novels that make up 48% of all popular paperback fiction and that generate more than $1 billion in sales each year. MEMBERS ONLY RWA NEWS Due to damage sustained to the air conditioning units at the RWA office building during Hurricane Rita, the RWA office is closed. Our server is offline and the members only section is inaccessible (including entering contest). We will be up and running as soon as it is safe for us to return. Hurricane Katrina Donation Hurricane Katrina: Suspension of Mail Statement 2005 RITA Winners 2005 Golden Heart Winners ... Why Romance Calls Houston Home QUICK LINKS Author Web sites Awards Best-selling Romance Authors Booksellers ... STATISTICS CONTACT US Romance Writers of America, Inc. 16000 Stuebner Airline Rd Suite 140 E-Mail: info@rwanational.org Phone: 832.717.5200 Fax: 832.717.5201

131. Gorok And Wulf Host A Blog An aspiring author's blog about writing her fantasy novels. Includes information about avoiding scams aimed at writers and rants about the fantasy and romance scenes. http://gorokandwulf.blogspot.com/

@import url(http://www.blogger.com/css/navbar/main.css); @import url(http://www.blogger.com/css/navbar/1.css); Notify Blogger about objectionable content. What does this mean? BlogThis! Gorok and Wulf Host a Blog Watch a writer blather about writing that gay Barbarian and Mage story that insisted on being finished. Anti-scam rants and ebook links inserted for free. Blogger Link E-mail Link! Writing Sites Forward Motion Writing Site Read writing articles at Writing-World.com! Read my column on writing romance novels here! Evolution writing community Anti-Scam Sources PublishAmerica Sucks Writer, Beware! Don't get scammed. Teresa Nielsen Hayden's blog lots of anti-scam advice! A. C. Crispin's Web Site ... Absolute Write Bewares Board Great Ebook sites! Fictionwise.com great staff Baen Webscription site Palm Digital Media GLB Books Gay fiction (some erotic, most not) Hard Shell indie ebook publisher Romantica and Erotic Ebooks adults only! Ebook Eros Burlesque for the Brain Romantica publisher Ellora's Cave Romantica publisher Changeling Press erotic romances and some slash eXtasy Books amourotic reading eXtasy Books erotic romances New Concepts Romance and erotic sensual romance Loose-ID Erotic romance Torquere Press Romantic and erotic gay fiction Free E-books!

132. San Francisco Area Romance Writers Of America The mission of our chapter is to raise and maintain a high level of quality in romance writing in all genres, to increase public appreciation for the art of writing, and to secure respect and improved recognition for the romance writer and the romance publishing industry as a whole. http://www.sfarwa.com/

“Romance Writers of America” “SFA-RWA” “East Bay, “San Francisco” romance authors" “romance writing” “romance publishing” “Heart-to-Heart Contest” “Sharp Synopsis Contest” “Craft Workshops” “Published Authors” Home Reservations Meetings Newsletter ... Officers Welcome to the world of romance! We are Chapter 90 of the Romance Writers of America , with over 170 members in the San Francisco Bay area. The mission of our chapter is to raise and maintain a high level of quality in romance writing in all genres, to increase public appreciation for the art of writing, and to secure respect and improved recognition for the romance writer and the romance publishing industry as a whole. Benefits of Membership in SFA-RWA Featured Industry Speakers Monthly Newsletter Chapter Contests Writing Craft Instruction Thriving Online Community Heads up: beginning in January : the Pyramid Restaurant Congratulations to Shelley Bates for winning the RITA for Best Inspirational Grounds to Believe , (0-373-78512-7), Steeple Hill Books Finalists for the Heart to Heart Contest!

133. Romance Novelists And there is a persistent impression that writing category romance is easy, In the Howto-Write-romance-Novels business, which is a cottage industry in http://www.bostonphoenix.com/alt1/archive/styles/96/10/ROMANCE_NOVELS.html

October 24 - 31, 1 9 9 6 How to become a romance novelist Forget the feather boa, and gird your loins, girls. This is a world where your name is not your name, euphemism is stock-in-trade, and love is a red-orange thing. Trust me, sweetheart, it's harder than you think. by Ellen Barry Loretta Chekani, a slightly agoraphobic former meter maid, is under the gun this afternoon. Or rather, Loretta Chase is under the gun. There is a slight difference. Loretta Chekani is more Albanian , for one thing. Loretta Chase, writer of romances, has a buffed lack of ethnicity. Loretta Chekani, a resident of Worcester, doesn't drive, lives on the top of a hill, and sometimes doesn't leave her house for days. She wears sweatshirts to mid-thigh. Loretta Chase wrote this line: He raked her sweetness thirstily. And it is Loretta Chase, authoress, who is sitting before a list of names this afternoon. Next to the list of names is a framed photograph of the film star Rufus Sewell and a book called What Shall We Name the Baby? The book is not being used for babies. The list reads:

134. Barbara Samuel, Award Winning Novelist, Lady Luck's Map Of Vegas, Goddesses Of K Woman's romance fiction author Barbara Samuel, also writing as Ruth Wind and her books, travels and writings. Includes message board and extensive links page. http://barbarasamuel.com/

Barbara Samuel is a multiple RITA award-winning author with more than 25 books to her credit, both women's fiction and historical and contemporary romances. LADY LUCK'S MAP OF VEGAS HARDCOVER RELEASE JANUARY, 2005 Award-winning author Barbara Samuel brings us a heartfelt story of second chances and unexpected detours. As two women come to terms with themselves and each other, the past unravels and the future spreads out before them like the open road. Read More " Lady Luck's Map of Vegas is my favorite kind of novel-a fun, fabulous, fast-paced story that takes me right to the heart of what it means to be a family. A magical road trip . . . a pair of unforgettable women on a quest to understand their own lives . . . and a drop-dead gorgeous man looking for love. What more could a reader want? This is a complex, beautiful, and moving story that will resonate with you until long after you've finished the final pages." -Kristin Hannah CLICK TO ORDER ADVENTURES WITH CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Working the Ascent to Pikes Peak The sign at the base of Barr Trail, which leads from Manitou Springs to the top of Pikes Peak, is not for the faint hearted:

135. Peggy Webb I started writing in 1984 during the boom of romance. The rush of publishing houses One of the best ways to learn the craft is to write romance novels. http://www.southernscribe.com/zine/authors/Webb_Peggy.htm

Southern Scribe our culture of storytelling Featured Romance Author Writing Humor Comes Naturally An Interview with Peggy Webb by Pam Kingsbury Peggy Webb has been earning a living at writing romances, columns, and women's fiction for almost twenty years. A native of Lee County, Mississippi, she currently resides in a hundred year old farmhouse outside of Tupelo. The author of fifty-five romance novels, her work has been praised for its' humor and originality. The Accidental Princess , her most recent release, was selected for Silhouette's Readers' Ring Discussion Group. At one time Mississippi claimed to have the most writers per square mile in America. How are you influenced by place? I am steeped in the songs of the South - the voices of its people and its land. When I enter the mind of a character I hear the speech patterns, the cadences of northeast Mississippi. When I create a setting I see the sweet rolling hills I roamed as a child. My daddy was a farmer with a deep respect for the land, which he passed on to me. Southern writers love detail and words. In that respect my writing is deeply Southern. I love particularity the rhythms. When I write I hear the lyrical beauty of the words. My books are, on some level, music - the music of the South.

136. Patricia Simpson - Award-Winning Author Of Paranormal Romance Patricia Simpson, awardwinning author of supernatural romance, shares her latest books plus fabulous writing and self-promotion tips and tricks. http://www.patriciasimpson.com/

Patricia Simpson - Award-Winning Author of Paranormal Romance About the Author... Until recently, Patricia Simpson hailed from the moody shores of the Puget Sound in Washington State, where writing paranormal suspense novels was a natural consequence of living in the mist and rain. Since her marriage to a Scotsman (yes, a real livewire Scot just like those heroes in her novels!), she now resides in the Bay Area of San Francisco, California. Patricia's favorite writing arenas are the 18th century in America and Great Britain, Pacific Northwest Native American history and issues, ancient Egypt, and anything that involves weird science. All of her published novels are contemporary paranormal or romantic suspense. Books by Patricia Simpson Whisper of Midnight (1991), Rita Finalist, HarperMonogram, 0-06-108241-4 The Legacy - Award winner (1992), HarperMonogram, 0-06-108255-4 Raven in Amber - Award winner (1993), HarperMonogram, 0-06-108059-4 The Haunting of Brier Rose (1993), Silhouette Shadows, 0-37-327017-8 Lord of the Nile in the Purrfect Love anthology - Bestseller (1994), HarperMonogram, 0-06-108129-9

137. Shrembek, Carol Rose The author of Time Travel romance, A Love Through Time. Previews of novels, current and future, and links to writing resources. http://www.carolynroses.com

138. Index romance author known for writing sassy, contemporary romances including kickbutt heroines and the handsome heros who love them. Learn what Sunny is up to, what conferences she's attending, her latest wrestling romance and her favorites links. http://www.geocities.com/sunnysabella/

Welcome to Sunny Sabella.com About Sunny Books Hi, and welcome to all things Sunny Sabella. I'm a Chicago author with several published short stories and one published novella entitled, "New Age Outlaws." To read the review in Love Romances, click here I've recently completed my first novel entitled, "Squared Circle," a romantic comedy that asks the question: Can a rising pop singer find love and stability in the arms of a professional wrestler? Interested? Read more about it under Books What's New? Spring, 05: My essay, "Where Are You Going, Little One?" has been accepted for publication in Woman's World Magazine!!! It's scheduled for a late May issue. Stay tuned. 11/01 It's official! Original Sin: The Seven Deadly Sins Come Home to Roost, is available for purchase. My short story, "The Envy of Whipporwill Drive" is in the anthology. If you'd like to see the cover of the book, go to The Paper Journey site and take a peek! Sunny Sightings! November, 2004 - I've just received the go ahead from the editor of "Original Sin - The Seven Deadlies Comes Home to Roost" to schedule book readings and signings after October 1. The anthology, featuring my story "The Envy of Whipporwill Drive," will be available in major bookstores and at Amazon.com on September 21. I will be on hand at several Chicago-area bookstores. If you live in the Chicago area, please come out. I can't wait to meet you. Email Me Links Author Interviews Articles

139. Novelist Gail Gaymer Martin-Barbour & Steeple Hill-Women's Fiction, Romantic Sus Meet romance Novelist and freelance writer, Gail Gaymer Martin. Readers you will find book covers, excerpts and reviews from my inspirational romances with Steeple Hill Love Inspired, Barbour, and Heartsong Presents books and my sweet traditionals with Silhouette romance. Writers don't miss the writing tips, workshop logs, and FAQs. http://www.gailmartin.com

Welcome to my website   Thanks for dropping by. I hope you find lots of things to enjoy as you visit my pages.  Readers you will find book covers, excerpts and reviews from my inspirational romances with Steeple Hill Love Inspired, Barbour, and Heartsong Presents books. Don't miss the For Readers link. Writers don't miss the writing tips, workshop logs, and FAQs. My Blogs are for everyone writers and readers - with thoughts on life, faith, and writing and don't miss Gail's Kitchen where you'll find funny stories, good tips, and great recipes. Gail Photo by Studio 16 SUBSCRIBE to Gail's Newsletter BLOG Blogging is like journaling. I will share my thoughts about life and faith with you through the next year. Click on the link above. Loving Feelings Love Inspired June 2005 Finding Christmas Steeple Hill Reader’s Choice October 2005 Loving Tenderness Love Inspired November 2005 Visit the fictitious town of Loving in Gail's Loving Series Novels From the Novelists of ChiLibris What The Wind Picked Up: Click on the book cover to read more November 2005 reissue from Steeple Hill in paperback That Christmas Feeling With Catherine Palmer New Pics 2005 RWA 2005 ChiLibris 2005 Christy Awards and CBA You can e-mail me. I'd like to hear from you.

140. Sandra K. Moore Action/adventure for women in the Silhouette Bombshell style, including The Orchid Hunter. Sample chapters, articles on writing, and romance author resources. http://www.sandrakmoore.com

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