Connecticut Fiction Fest - Writer's Conference

Connecticut Chapter of the Romance Writers of America to hold one-day conference in May

SOUTHBURY, CT – (Ma): The Connecticut chapter of the
Romance Writers of America sponsors exciting programming for new and
established authors every month.  Members
benefit from workshops, gain opportunities to network with other authors and
professionals in the field, have their work critiqued, and socialize with their peers.

This year, Fiction Fest is taking place on Saturday, May 12^th, at the Heritage Hotel and Resort in Southbury.

Keynote speaker RITA award-winning and
best-selling author, Sherry Thomas. Attendees can also choose to attend up to five of the fifteen workshops offered during the day, and have the opportunity to put their work in front of acquiring editors and agents.

Attendees with completed manuscripts will also have the opportunity to pitch their novels to editors and agents. Many Fiction Fest pitch sessions have resulted in upcoming authors gaining representation and contracts.

The exciting day wraps up with a combined cocktail party and book signing.  From 4:30pm to 6:00pm,
attendees will be able to enjoy beverages and refreshments while purchasing books and having them signed by dozens of authors.

Registration for Fiction Fest is now open on the Connecticut Fiction
Fest website at www.ctrwa.org. 
Registration costs $159, and includes a continental breakfast and a
plated lunch.  Those interested in
joining CTRWA can pay for their membership and get the member price plus a $5
discount for a total of $154 for both CTRWA membership and Fiction Fest
registration.  An attendance cap of 200
makes registering early important, as Connecticut Fiction Fest is widely known
for its excellence.