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Southern Magic’s Writers Workshop
Saturday, MAY 2, 2026
The Journey of Writing a Romance
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Topics or times can change.
Main Room, Upstairs, North Shelby Library, Location of Workshop Sessions
Secondary Room, Upstairs, North Shelby Library, Exhibit of Authors and Book Signings/Refreshments
10:00 Welcome and overview, Jo Chambliss, Southern Magic President
10:30 First Session: Book Brush, Kathleen Sweeney via Zoom
11:15 Break
11:30 Second Session: How to Write Romantic Suspense, Cynthia Eden
12:15 Lunch Break
12:30 Third Session: In Search of the Truth, Research Online and in Person, Betty Bolte
1:15 Fourth Session: Writing Conflict in a Romance, Carla Swafford
2:00 Break
2:15 Fifth Session: I’ve Been Around the Block and Survived: Tips for Working Through Writer’s Block, Deborah McDonald
3:00 Closing Remarks/Invitation for membership to Southern Magic, Jo Chambliss, Southern Magic President
FEE: No cost to attend
***Be sure to bring your own lunch. Snacks and drinks available.***
Be sure to register so we have enough handouts.
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Free admission to workshop, but please reserve your seat by filling out form below. Please do so asap.
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RWA Chapter 178 