Building a Marketing Strategy for Holiday Success - Georgia Romance Writers

The end-of-year holidays signal a change in seasons, a change in programming, and a change in buying habits which *should* signal that it is time to change up your marketing tactics. Whether you are looking for new readers, pushing your back list, or releasing a holiday story, we are going to cover a variety of marketing tactics to engage your fans, find new readers, and build your marketing network. Of
course, there are holidays throughout the year and we will talk about how to take advantage of seasonal opportunities to maximize your year-round efforts.

Registration and more information: https://www.garomancewriters.org/

** This might be a members only event, I have reached out to the organizers and will update this space when I know.

Level Up Your Holiday Marketing - Book Brush Platinum Academy

It might only be July, but it's time to plan ahead for your holiday marketing! The end-of-year holidays signal a change in seasons, a change in programming, and a change in buying habits which *should* signal that it is time to change up your marketing tactics. Whether you are looking for new readers, pushing your back list, or releasing a holiday story, we are going to cover a variety of marketing tactics to engage your fans, find new readers, and build your marketing network. Of course, there are holidays throughout the year and we will talk about how to take advantage of seasonal opportunities to maximize your year-round efforts.

*This is a members-only event

Long Island Romance Writers

More information to come.

Focus on Story Issues - Chicago North

Sometimes it’s the little things that block progress and sometimes there’s a boulder on the path. Whether you are developing big story elements or identifying the small details that make the story special, there’s nothing quite like the frustration of knowing something is missing. Let’s dive into the science of frustration, how to triage a scene that isn’t working and the best way to brainstorm solutions. This session includes time to dissect real issues facing the participants.   

More information: https://chicagonorthromancewriters.com/

Gift-Wrapped Success - Women’s Fiction Writers Association

The end-of-year holidays signal a change in seasons, a change in programming, and a change in buying habits. Marketing can be exhausting, let’s figure out a path forward that works for you. We will start with strategy basics, then dive into some specific tactics to engage fans, find new readers, and build your marketing network. Of course, there are holidays throughout the year (including launch days!) so we will talk about how to take advantage of seasonal opportunities to maximize your year-round efforts.

This is a members-only event.

Building a Marketing Strategy for Holiday Success - Bay Area Romance Writers

The end-of-year holidays signal a change in seasons, a change in programming, and a change in buying habits which *should* signal that it is time to change up your marketing tactics. Whether you are looking for new readers, pushing your back list, or releasing a holiday story, we are going to cover a variety of marketing tactics to engage your fans, find new readers, and build your marketing network. Of course, there are holidays throughout the year and we will talk about how to take advantage of seasonal opportunities to maximize your year-round efforts.

Registration: https://www.bayarearomancewriters.com/blog/post/building-a-marketing-strategy-for-holiday-success-aug-9

Archetype Subversion Tactics - Mystery Writers of America, Mid-Atlantic Chapter

Let’s delve into the art of using archetypes to craft characters, then we'll break the rules to create fresh-takes on familiar stories. Learn the nuances of group dynamics and how to imbue your characters with complexity, believability, and relatability. Explore the power of leveraging reader expectations to defy conventions in ways that intrigue and enchant. Uncover strategies for breathing life into your characters, ensuring they resonate with readers on a profound level.

More information: http://mwa-ma.org/wp/

**This is a members-only event.

Marketing Beyond Social Media - Ohio Fiction Writers

I'm just going to say it... there’s more to marketing than a social media presence. Consistently creating interesting, engaging content takes time and creativity--both are precious commodities for authors. Not to mention the challenge of finding followers. Let’s look beyond social media and ads to tap into other marketing options. We will also explore how to develop a marketing strategy and why marketing presents such a big challenge for authors.

Information and registration: https://www.cofwevents.org/2025-meetings/

GSRW - Writers Retreat - Half Moon Bay, CA

We will be meeting for an all day workshop/retreat at the Half Moon Bay Lodge in Half Moon Bay, CA. It will be held on September 20th from 9am to 5pm.

Jen Graybeal will be our speaker for this fabulous, writing craft in-depth workshop. She'll be going over character story arcs, character development, plot and other related story structures. Bring your latest manuscript for this fantastic dive into polishing and adding to your latest work. Or just come to help get it started. There will be writing time and coaching assistance from Jen during the workshop as well. 

Information and registration: https://www.goldenstateromancewriters.org/workshop-retreat

Marketing Beyond Social Media - Contemporary Romance Writers

I'm just going to say it... there’s more to marketing than a social media presence. Consistently creating interesting, engaging content takes time and creativity--both are precious commodities for authors. Not to mention the challenge of finding followers. Let’s look beyond social media and ads to tap into other marketing options. We will also explore how to develop a marketing strategy and why marketing presents such a big challenge for authors.

Information and registration: https://contemporaryromance.org/