IN THE COMPANY OF WRITERS…You’re Invited.
Come one, come all to Washington Romance Writers’ In the Company of Writers retreat on
April 19-21, 2013 at the Best Western Westminster Catering and Conference Center in Maryland. We’ve got a stellar line up of notable authors and special guests, publishing industry professionals, and business-savvy agents. Workshops will cover current trends, spotlights on invited publishers, and moderated panels on the writer’s life, career, and craft. WRW traditions will continue to be honored with Romance Jeopardy, Kathy Seidel’s workshop, and Cathy Maxwell’s inspiring send-off.
Authors and Special Guests:
Darynda Jones
Mary Burton
Shiloh Walker
Jane Porter
Dorien Kelly
Sarah Wendell
Publishing Industry Professionals:
Sue Grimshaw – Random House
Angela James – Carina Press
Liz Pelletier – Entangled Publishing
Pamela Spengler-Jaffee – HarperCollins
Christopher “Chris” Kesslar – Boroughs Publishing
Treva Harte – Loose Id
Leah Hultenschmidt – Sourcebooks
Patience Bloom – Harlequin
Agents:
Louise Fury – L. Perkins Agency
Marlene Stringer – Stringer Literary Agency
Jenny Bent – Bent Literary Agency
Michelle Grajkowski – 3 Seas Literary Agency
Now for the logistics:
Prices for the retreat will remain the same at $375 for double rooms. The single occupancy rooms ($475) are sold out. Special needs attendees must contact the retreat chair directly at retreat@wrwdc.com for rooms.
Registration is now closed.
Thank you to the retreat committee for your assistance and efforts with the upcoming retreat. More volunteers will be solicited from the registrants, as necessary.
Michelle Monkou and Julie Halperson (Retreat Co-chairs)
Registration Link:
Registration is now closed for new participants, but those already signed up may check their registration status here.