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2026 Programs

Workshops for the modern romance writer.

Live sessions, self-paced classes, and members-only intensives organized month by month so you can plan your writing year with intention.

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2026 Programs

Pricing that supports every stage

Questions? Email the VP of Workshops.

General Track

Craft · Business

$20 CRW Member
Non-Member: $30

Advanced Track

Deep-dive intensives

$30 CRW Member
Non-Member: $40

General Track

Craft · Business

FREE CRW Member
Non-Member: Join CRW

(Unless otherwise stated.)

November, 2026

Small Towns, Big Love Writing Engaging Settings for Romance
General
November 7, 2026
4ET | 3CT | 2MT | 1PT
Small Towns, Big Love: Writing Engaging Settings for Romance
with Wren Valentino
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Describe It Better! Ways to Write More Powerful Descriptions
Members Only
November 1, 2026
Describe It Better! Ways to Write More Powerful Descriptions
with Zara West/Joan Koster
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October, 2026

Advanced Romancing the Beat
General
October 1, 2026
Advanced Romancing the Beat: Structuring Romance Like a Pro
with Zara West/Joan Koster
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September, 2026

09 (MO) Unlock the Power of Action and Reaction
Members Only
September 1, 2026
Unlock the Power of Action and Reaction (Understanding Scene and Sequel)
with Hillary DePiano
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August, 2026

Writing Sweet Tips and Strategies for Outlining and Writing a Sweet Romance Novel
General
August 8, 2026
4ET | 3CT | 2MT | 1PT
Writing Sweet: Tips and Strategies for Outlining and Writing a Sweet Romance Novel
with Ines Johnson
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Telling Your Story Introduction to Websites, Newsletters, and Blogs
Members Only
August 1, 2026
Telling Your Story: Introduction to Websites, Newsletters, and Blogs
with Lisa Rabey
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June, 2026

The Art of Active Storytelling
Members Only
June 13, 2026
7ET | 6CT | 5MT | 4PT
The Art of Active Storytelling
with Sandy Vaile
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STEMinist Romance Writing Smart, Sexy STEM Characters
General
June 1, 2026
STEMinist Romance: Writing Smart, Sexy STEM Characters
with Margaret Bates
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May, 2026

Dialogue that Sizzles Crafting Authentic Romantic Banter
Members Only
May 9, 2026
4ET | 3CT | 2MT | 1PT
Dialogue that Sizzles: Crafting Authentic Romantic Banter
with Wren Valentino
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April, 2026

Revitalize Your Author Platform Making the most out of your author website, blog, mailing list, social media and more
Members Only
April 1, 2026
Revitalize Your Author Platform: Making the most out of your author website, blog, mailing list, social media and more
with Hillary DePiano
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March, 2026

Updated graphic March 28 (1)
2026 March
March 28, 2026
4ET | 3CT | 2MT | 1 PT
Writing Dirty: Tips and Strategies for Outlining and Writing a Steamy Romance Novel
with Ines Johnson
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2026 March
March 14, 2026
4ET | 3CT | 2MT | 1PT
Social Media for Romance Authors (without the overwhelm)
with Mariah Ankenman
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Members get free access to Members-Only workshops, discounts on the General and Advanced tracks, contest entries, and a community of contemporary romance authors.

"The workshops are hands-down the best value in romance craft education. The community makes them unforgettable."

CRW Member since 2022

Nicole R. Locker

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