Jan 3: 

(2-4:30pm) Workshop

Speaker: Fantasy Romance Author, Alysha Rameera

Topic: Plotting Your New Year (and making it happen)

           About: In this workshop we'll discuss and set SMART goals for the year, and also design a Becoming Board which will take our visions from dreams to actions.

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Feb 7:

(2-4:30pm) KISS-met Galentines Gathering

Speaker: No formal workshop

Location:  The Edge at Midtown(Same as Christmas Party)

                 1325 N. Walker Ave, OKC, OK 73013

          About: Join us for an afternoon of networking and fun as we celebrate Galentines. Bring your favorite themed finger food dish(sweet or savory) and Galentines to exchange. Dressing to the theme is encouraged! This is about coming together to celebrate and uplift each other, while encouraging the bonds connecting our community to grow and flourish. We hope to see you there!

Galentine Exchange ideas: inexpensive themed items such as pencils/pens, notebooks, chapsticks, socks, sticky notes, fingernail files, eye/lip masks, sleeping eye masks, bracelets, hair scrunchies, chocolate, etc.

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Mar 7:

(2-4:30pm) Workshop

Speaker: Paranormal Romance Author Ines Johnson

Topic: Back that Book Up: Five Strategies for Backlist Promotions

           About: We’re often focused on the newest release of our catalog. Your backlist of books is always new to someone. In this introductory course, you'll learn strategies to get your older books out in front of readers. There are five parts to this marketing strategy including Distribution (KU, Wide, Direct), Newsletters, CPC Ads, Social Media, and Paid Promotions.

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Apr 4:

(2-4:30pm)  Write In

Whether you're working on that rough draft, editing or brainstorming, bring your computer and let's work together!

 

May 2: (No Formal Meeting due to OWFI Conference)

OKRWG is an affiliate of the Oklahoma Writers Federation Inc. As such, our members are encouraged to attend the OWFI conference and encouraged to gather at the bar during Happy Hour.

 

Jun 6: 

(2-4:30pm) Workshop

Speaker: Historical Romance Author, London James

Topic: TBA

          About topic:

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Jul 11 (second Saturday due to holiday):

(2-4:30pm) Pitch Party 

Since RomanceLahoma is only a month away, let's work on those pitches. In this workshop, we'll work on the perfect pitch and then give those interested a chance to practice. An email will go out to all members toward the end of June with some questions you'll need to answer about your story to be ready for this workshop.

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July 31-Aug 1: RomanceLahoma 2026 & Red Dirt Romance Book Event

Heart Awards Ceremony on FRIDAY, JULY 31st @ 7pm during FRIDAY night banquet and broadcast FB Live

RomanceLahoma Banquet Ticket Required to attend Heart Awards Ceremony for Finalists and their Guests.

 

Sep 5: 

(2-4:30pm) Workshop

Speaker: Urban Romance Author, Ms. LaTrisha

Topic: Writing Sex Scenes That Make Your Readers Beg for More

                  About topic:  Learn how to write sex scenes that sizzle on the page and resonate with readers. This workshop will cover building anticipation, balancing physical and emotional intimacy, avoiding cliches, and making every intimate moment feel authentic to your characters. Walk away with practical tips, exercises, and the confidence to make your readers beg for more.

 

Oct 3:

(2-4:30pm) Workshop

Speaker: Award-Winning Romance Author Jennifer McMurrain

Topic: Marketing: Book Ads Topic TBA

           About:  TBA

 

Nov 7:

(2-4:30pm)Write In- Whether you're working on that rough draft, editing, or outlining, bring your computer and let's work together!

 

Dec 5: (Location alert! This is NOT at the library)

(4pm) End of Year Party

Location: TBA

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What to wear & bring:

• Wear your favorite festive outfit...from jammies to fancy digs, just be you!

• Bring a wrapped writerly gift that is a minimum $20 value (If you want to include a book you've published in that gift, that is fine, but it does not count toward the cost of your gift.) Some ideas might include:

  • 2027 Planner​

  • Notebooks

  • Pretty pens

  • Writing Reference Books

  • Wax Seal Kit

  • "Signed by the Author" Stamp or Foil Sticker press

  • Pretty or writer/book themed Insulated Cups or mugs

  • Cup Warmer

  • Quill pen & ink kit

  • Writer themed blanket

  • Book themed scarf & fingerless gloves set

  • Book themed bag or purse

  • Leather journal

  • Book themed desk accessories

  • Bluetooth/Wireless computer accessories in fun or book themed designs

  • Fun designed lap desk

  • Selfie Phone holder for making social media videos to promote books

• This is a potluck so bring a dish. I'll post a food signup on the Guild FB page so we don't have multiple people bring the same thing.