Rhode
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Romance Writers
Promoting
Excellence in Popular Fiction
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Membership
Benefits
10 Monthly Meetings
RIRW meets on the first Saturday of every month, except July and August. On occasion, meeting dates are rescheduled so as not to conflict with holidays or other events.
All regular meetings are held at the Cumberland Public Library, Cumberland, RI. The meetings are from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. We encourage members and guests to come early or stay late to network.
For directions to the library, see Meeting Information.
Romantically Speaking is a valuable resource and a great way to get to know other members. Our newsletter is unique in that so many members, published and unpublished, submit articles.
Each November RIRW sponsors an all-day workshop event to enhance the writing experience. For a nominal fee, members and guests can attend workshops on a range of topics presented by well-known and respected authors.
For a $25.00 fee, members can have their first three chapters and synopsis critiqued in writing by a published author in the group (or another member of the writer's choice.)
A collection of writing books, tapes and resources are available for use by RIRW members for a rental fee of $1.00 per month.
Each month we set up a table with used books donated by our members. You can purchase as many as you like for 25 cents each. All proceeds go to the group's treasury. This monthly event is a great way to clear your shelves by bringing in your used books and pick up some new ones at a bargain.
Each year a drawing is held to sponsor one member's entry fee in a recognized contest for unpublished authors. Individuals must be RIRW members who have completed their membership requirements.
Believe it or not, this is a benefit for all members of RIRW. The writing requirements work hand in hand with RIRW's goal to help members become published and to promote excellence in women's fiction. It also works to motivate members to produce and learn how to meet deadlines.
Within one year of joining, individuals must show evidence of having written a proposal (three chapters and a synopsis) in order to maintain their membership. Within two years, individuals must show evidence of having completed a manuscript.
At each meeting, up to three members can elect to read (or have read) three consecutive pages of their manuscript and receive written silent critiques from attendees.
This overnight writing adventure (Saturday afternoon until Sunday noon) is usually held in February. It's a time to write, reflect, eat (real food as well as chocolate) and commiserate with fellow writers in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
A private e-mail loop open only to members as a support vehicle for one another. It's a great way to stay in touch and share information and research needs, as well as the ups and downs of the writing life.
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