The Festival of Romance
The Festival of Romance is the UK’s first romantic fiction convention. So what is it all about? The festival is open to anyone who is interested in romantic fiction, either as a reader or a writer. There is something for everyone. Held over two days, Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd October 2011 and takes place at Hunton Park, near Watford, UK. http://www.devere.co.uk/our-locations/hunton-park
So what can you expect from this festival?
- Carole Matthews celebrity author interview
- Book fair, panels, debates and reading group
- Meet authors and fans from around the world
- Competitions and quizzes
- Writing workshop with Sue Moorcroft
- Learn from the experts how to write romance
- Chocolate tasting with Choc Lit
- Meet the Mills and Boon editors
- Win a publishing contract with Xcite Books
- Fashion show, Book Awards and Ball
- New Talent Award for unpublished writers
- Judges: Donna Condon, senior editor at Piatkus
- Jane Judd, literary agent
This looks like it will be another successful event by organised by this company who are establishing themselves within the conference marketplace. To find out more check out their website: www.festivalofromance.co.uk or you can join their social network: http://festivalofromanceonline.ning.com/
This event is quickly filling up, but tickets are still available. If you are into romantic fiction this is one you really should investigate.
