Our Favorite Romance Writers' Week Sessions

We’re feeling retrospective and sentimental as Valentine’s Day approaches.

Big things are on the horizon for ProWritingAid events, but in the meantime, to quench your thirst for romance writing content, I’ve compiled a “Best of Romance” playlist that includes replays from ten of my favorite Romance Writers’ Week sessions.

Whether you’re revisiting these heavy-hitters or viewing for the first time, I’m confident you’ll leave inspired and ready to dive back into your WIP.

Happy Valentine’s Day, romance writers.

Sensory Writing for Romance Writers With Sacha Black (Romance Writers’ Week 2024)

Sacha’s infectious personality and pristine presentation skills could turn any writing topic into a memorable event. I challenge you to not be absolutely enamored by our favorite rebel author while gaining loads of takeaways on sensory writing. (Be sure to check out Sacha’s incredibly satisfying color-coordinated bookshelf in the back of the video.)

Developing Romantic Suspense With Samantha Skal (Romance Writers' Week 2022)

The romance genre is so much more than kissing characters and happy endings. Samantha Skal is a pro at using her background in mystery and thriller writing to bring something new and suspenseful to the table for romance writers. Don’t fret with the technical glitch at the beginning; Sam does quickly figure out how to share her screen. Dare I say it was just one more element of suspense?

Ten Tips for Better Sex (Scenes) With Karelia and Fay Stetz-Waters (Romance Writers' Week 2024)

Warning: This spicy replay is NSFW (not safe for work). I was prepared to be delighted and entertained by sapphic romance author duo (and real-life couple of twenty-three years) Fay and Karelia Stetz-Waters, and they did not let me down. They taught me fun words like “cliteracy” and for that I am forever grateful. Be prepared to learn, laugh, and possibly blush as they dive into crafting better sex scenes.

Boy Meets Girl—And Beyond: Reinventing Tropes in the 2020s With Lucy V. Hay (Romance Writers' Week 2024)

Lucy cracks open the common “boy meets girl” trope and explores how it (and the romance genre in general) has evolved over time and resonated with audiences of both the page and screen. Her witty takes are insightful, entertaining, and educational. Whether you’re a published author or still in draft mode, I’m confident you’ll come away from this replay with new learnings.

How to Craft Romantic Chemistry With Jenna Moreci (Romance Writers' Week 2022)

Author and YouTube sensation Jenna Moreci is knowledgeable, unabashedly hilarious, and a pro at coaching writers through common pain points. I’m confident you’ll find her takes on romantic chemistry to be fun, enlightening, and easily applicable. If you want to take it a step further, check out her YouTube channel @JennaMoreci for straightforward writing tips with a hefty dose of sarcasm.

A Conversation With Taylor Jenkins Reid (Romance Writers' Week 2022)

She may not be the most famous Taylor in the world, but she’s certainly one of the biggest in the literary scene. Besides being widely known for her New York Times bestselling novels surrounding love, loss, and fame, such as The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones and The Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid has penned popular romance novels such as Forever Interrupted, After I Do, One True Loves, and Maybe in Another Life. She’s arguably one of the biggest names to grace ProWritingAid’s Zoom screen, so for that reason alone, this one is worth a watch.

An Interview With Bestselling Author Talia Hibbert (Romance Writers' Week 2021)

Talia Hibbert embodies the dream of so many aspiring romance writers. Overcoming personal and health-related struggles by writing love stories in her bedroom full of books, she is now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Her books are full of hilarious banter and steamy chemistry between characters who are “just like us.” This is also the interview that gifted our marketing team with the absolute fire quote “…it was just me and ProWritingAid against the world.” Thank you, Talia.

The Secrets of the Romance Genre With Rachelle Ramirez and Anne Hawley from Pages & Platforms (Romance Writers' Week 2021)

Anne and Rachelle are frequent fliers of ProWritingAid’s events, and here you’ll see why. They are the best at educating on the essentials and building blocks of writing. Their presentations are absolutely laden with examples, actionable tips, and clear instruction. Dive into the secrets of the romance genre and come out inspired, and likely with new titles added to your TBR and watch-list.

An Interview With Author Tia Williams (Romance Writers' Week 2021)

Tia Williams is the recipient of the African American Literary Award for Best Fiction, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, and the first author we reached out to and booked for our very first Romance Writers’ Week in 2021. As soon as I read Seven Days in June, I immediately passed my hardback copy along to my mother and recommended it to all of my romance-loving friends. Her interview is inspirational, refreshing, and a must-watch.

Skip the Sales Pitch: 12 Author Archetypes That Attract the Right Readers With Lara Ferrari (Romance Writers' Week 2024)

In this unique and fascinating presentation, Author Marketing Specialist Lara Ferrari covers a vital aspect of marketing—building relationships with readers. She also created gorgeous and highly sought-after illustrations specifically for our viewers. As soon as she debuted her visuals, the Zoom chat went wild. I’m sure your curiosity is piqued, so go ahead and take a look.