Bournemouth Romance Writing Festival: 3rd October

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Whether you're dreaming of writing your first romance novel or already have books on the shelves, the Romance Writing Festival is a full day dedicated to helping writers develop their craft and make valuable industry connections. Hosted in Bournemouth's seaside Marsham Court Hotel, the festival brings together bestselling authors, literary agents, publishers and publishing professionals for a packed programme of talks, panel discussions, workshops and networking opportunities.

The event is designed for writers at every stage of their journey, offering practical advice on writing, publishing and marketing, alongside the chance to meet like-minded creatives in an inspiring coastal setting.

• Ten expert talks and panel discussions throughout the day.
• Learn from bestselling romance authors and publishing professionals.
• Optional small-group masterclasses for more in-depth learning.
• One-to-one sessions with literary agents available to book separately.
• Welcome tea or coffee, buffet lunch and evening networking event included with festival tickets.
• Free lunchtime activities, including literary walks and beach walks.
• £5 voucher to spend in the festival bookshop.
• Hosted at the award-winning Marsham Court Hotel overlooking Bournemouth's coastline.