We love the smiling faces of our members. Attending one of our events is likely to involve photos! You can check out photos from a couple of our recent events here.
Learn how to think like an entrepreneur and effectively manage the business aspects of being an author, including time management, finances and taxes, and branding.
Presenter Bio: Known for her bestselling contemporary romances, Bernadette Marie is a fervent advocate of Happily Ever Afters. As a devoted wife and mother of five, she cherishes the notions of love at first sight, whirlwind romances, and the power of second chances.
Beyond her literary pursuits, Bernadette is a dedicated martial artist with a 3rd-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and holds certification as an instructor. Her passions extend to the tranquility of Tai Chi, exploring Disney parks, and indulging in lunch outings with friends.
When she’s not crafting compelling narratives or overseeing her own publishing house, 5 Prince Publishing, Bernadette can often be found immersed in a beloved Rom-Com, effortlessly reciting cherished one-liners.
MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS WELCOME
RSVPs are appreciated but not required. RSVP to Pam Chiaro at rmfw.westslope@gmail.com
The RMFW 2024 Writers Retreat will be hosted on May 30 to June 2 at the beautiful Franciscan Retreat Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Immersed in this tranquil environment, authors are encouraged to come and work, network with other authors, join a critique group, and gather valuable knowledge from others in the industry. Lodging and meals are included in the price of the retreat. Registration is open. Rooms sell out fast and reservations are first come, first accepted. Questions can be directed to Sunshine Knight, Retreat Chair, at retreat@rmfw.org.
Workshop instructors will be Bernadette Marie, Kate Jonuska, Lisa Manifold, Corinne O’Flynn, and Jessica Mehring. Topics and information on each workshop will be announced in March.
More information about pricing, rooms, food, etc. can be found here.
Have you missed the annual education events? We held these events every year for decades and now we’re back.
Angie Hodapp, Nelson Literary Agency will present: The One-Day MFA
Does artful prose belong solely in the realm of literary fiction? Do writers of genre fiction only need to concern themselves with matters of plot and pacing? No! This workshop is all about what genre writers can learn from their literary cousins. Come prepared to write! We’ll explore the differences between commercial, upmarket, and literary writing and learn various poetic and literary devices you can immediately put to work in your prose, no matter your genre. From simple sentences to complex scenes, how can description be used to make meaning? How can voice be used to support theme? And most importantly, how can you develop a personal writing style that leaves a lasting impression on your readers?
Angie Hodapp is the Director of Literary Development at Nelson Literary Agency. She holds a BA in English and secondary education from the University of Northern Colorado and an MA in English and communication development from Colorado State University. A graduate of the Publishing Institute at the University of Denver, she has worked in professional writing, editing, and education for more than twenty years. A frequent presenter at writing conferences and events, and the author of Query Craft and Do You Need a Literary Agent, she loves helping writers improve their craft and learn about the ever-changing world of publishing.
One-on-One Ten Minutes Meetings with Chelsey Emmelhaniz and Bernadette Marie
Chelsey Emmelhainz joined Copps Literary Services in 2021 after a decade as an editor of upmarket fiction and nonfiction. Upon graduating from the Denver Publishing Institute, she got her start at HarperCollins with William Morrow and Avon Books. She was most recently a senior editor at Crooked Lane Books. As an editor, Chelsey worked on projects that cross the literary landscape: from Amish romance to upmarket thrillers and everything in between. An editorial agent, she is building a highly selective list, focused mainly on adult fiction (mystery, horror, suspense, and contemporary fiction) and nonfiction (history, political science, pop science, and narrative).
#1 International Bestselling Author Bernadette Marie writes contemporary romances and believes in Happily Ever After. The married mother of five believes in love at first sight, quick love, and second chances. Bernadette is the RMFW 2020 Independent Writer of the Year, the 2022 Jasmine Award winner, and serves as the organization’s President. Bernadette is also the Founder and CEO of 5 Prince Publishing, a mid-sized, traditional publishing house in Arvada, Colorado. Bernadette Marie is an avid martial artist who is a certified instructor and holds a third-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do. She loves Tai Chi, traveling to Disney parks, and having lunch with friends. When not writing or running her own publishing house, Bernadette is probably immersed in a Rom-Com, from which she will often quote one-liners.
Chelsey and Bernadette will meet one-on-one, in ten minutes slots, to:
- Critique the first two pages of your work in progress; or
- Critique your one-page query letter; or
- Critique your one-page synopsis; or
- Discuss the industry and get their opinion on a topic of your choosing.
- Chelsey and Bernadette are not taking pitches.
- We have limited slots for Chelsey and Bernadette. Register early for an appointment!
- Pages for critique must be sent to Vicki Law, education@rmfw.org by May 25, 2024.
More Information:
- From 3:30 – 4:00pm Angie, Chelsey, and Bernadette, will answer your questions about the industry.
- Do you want to stay at Hyatt-Regency the night before and/or the night after the event? Use the code “G-Rock” and let them know you’re with RMFW for a discount.
- Registration opens April 1.
- Early Bird cost is $135-member and $165-non-member.
- Early Bird registration ends May 15. Register early to save you money and help us plan.
- RMFW will feed you lunch and pay for your parking.
- There is a restaurant and a coffee shop in the hotel.
- Contact Vicki Law with questions, education@rmfw.com
The summer party is the unofficial kick-off for Colorado Gold and, most importantly, this year’s WOTY finalists will be introduced and the the 2024 WOTY will be announced. Refreshments will be provided.
Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers will proudly host the 2024 Colorado Gold Writers Conference September 27-29, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver. Information on keynote speakers, workshops, agents, and much more can be found HERE.