I am so honored to announce that I will be a panelist in two of this upcoming weekend’s RWA event, TRADITIONAL AUTHOR WEEKEND.
Are you a writer? Newbie, or trying to get published? An indie author who is looking for something different? Or a writer who wants to take their career to the next level?
No matter where you are in your writing career, this wonderful weekend of workshops and panels will educate you on all the aspects of pursuing a traditional publishing career – and yes, you still can get signed by a traditional publishing house, even in this explosion of Indie/self-pubbed times.
Unlock the door to the world of traditional publishing and set yourself up for success!
Get the tools you need to successfully traditionally publish a romance novel. This one-of-a-kind, two-day virtual mini-conference is dedicated to romance writers unfamiliar with, interested in, or need help navigating the path of traditional publishing.
Important Information
When: Saturday, January 21, 2023 – Sunday, January 22, 2023
Where: Zoom; log in via your computer or smart device
Registration: $299, RWA Members; $349, Non-RWA Members
Registration is now open! Registration closes January 20, 2023, or when spots are gone.
All registered attendees will have access to the recordings for a period of six months.
Register here: TAW
Featured Speakers
Priscilla Oliveras, author, keynote
Sonali Dev, author
Leticia Gomez, editorial director, Dafina (Kensington Books)
Candace Havens, author
Athena W. Hernandez, author
Peggy Jaeger, author
Michelle Klayman, Boroughs Publishing Group
Thien-Kim Lam, author
LaQuette, author
La Sheera Lee, agent, SBR Media
Mia P. Manansala, author and book coach
Jode Millman, author and IP attorney
Ella Quinn, author
A.M. Roark, author
Reese Ryan, author
Naima Simone, author
Leslie Truex, agent, Blue Ridge Agency
More to come!
Featured Speakers
Priscilla Oliveras, author, keynote
Sonali Dev, author
Leticia Gomez, editorial director, Dafina (Kensington Books)
Candace Havens, author
Athena W. Hernandez, author
Peggy Jaeger, author
Michelle Klayman, Boroughs Publishing Group
Thien-Kim Lam, author
LaQuette, author
La Sheera Lee, agent, SBR Media
Mia P. Manansala, author and book coach
Jode Millman, author and IP attorney
Ella Quinn, author
A.M. Roark, author
Reese Ryan, author
Naima Simone, author
Leslie Truex, agent, Blue Ridge Agency
More to come!
Schedule
All times are listed in Central Time.
Registration for Traditional Author Weekend is required to attend the sessions below, unless otherwise noted.
| Saturday, January 21 | |
| Time | Event |
| 9:00 – 9:10 a.m. | Welcome from RWA President Clair Brett |
| 9:15 – 9:30 a.m. | Keynote with Priscilla Oliveras |
| 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Understanding Publishing Lines: Write a Manuscript that Fits Panelists: Leticia Gomez (Kensington Publishing), Candace Havens, La Sheera Lee (SBR Media), and Morena Stamm (The Wild Rose Press) |
| 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. | Do the Research: Agents’ and Editors’ Wish List and Submission Guidelines Panelists: Michelle Klayman (Boroughs Publishing) and Leslie Truex (Blue Ridge Agency) |
| 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Writing a Query Letter and Synopsis: Preparing the Submission Material Presenter: Candace Havens |
| 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. | The Best Pitches Presenter: Leticia Gomez (Kensington Publishing) |
| 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | From Contract to Bookshelf Panelists: Peggy Jaeger and LaQuette |
| 3:45 – 5:15 p.m. | After Hours Fun Host: A.M. Roark |
| Sunday, January 22 | |
| Time | Event |
| 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Copyrights and Contracts Presenter: Jode Millman |
| 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. | How Many Nos Before I Got a Yes Panelists: Sonali Dev, Peggy Jaeger, Thien-Kim Lam, Mia P. Manansala, Ella Quinn, Reese Ryan, & Naima Simone |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Public Relations and Marketing for Traditional Authors Presenter: Athena Hernandez |
| 12:45 – 1:00 p.m. | Closing Remarks |
I hope to see you there!!! This really will be a great weekend of learning, networking, and focusing in on your career!
Peggy Jaeger, Author 
Sounds like a blast! I recognize several of these authors and know you are going to have such a good time!
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