Talks, walks, networking and agents
Join us in Bournemouth for the first-ever Romance Writing Festival – a chance to get away from it all and focus on your writing, meet other romance writers and network with industry professionals. Learn and develop your writing and fall in love with romantic fiction all over again.
What's Happening
Supercharge Your Writing
For a limited number of people, we are offering an exclusive package to really get your novel going. Get away for two nights and have a masterclass with bestselling author Katie Fforde and dinner with a special guest, author and industry expert.
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Starting on Friday 17th October, not only will you have a sea view room plus spa for two nights, but VIP access to the main festival day too!
Evening Networking Event
Mingle and meet with your writing friends, writers, authors and writing professionals in our informal evening event.
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Canapés are included plus a special guest.
Day Festival
Talks, panels and workshops will take place on Saturday 18th October 2025, filled with authors, agents, editors and writing professionals to inspire you write and progress on your writing journey.
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More details will appear here soon.
Fringe Events
Alongside our panels and talks we’ll be making the most of our fantastic seafront location. Join us to walk or write on the beach, explore the area or get your book signed by your favourite author in our festival bookshop.