Links

Listed here are links to various writing organizations, reference information, and author websites that might be of interest.

Writing Organizations

Romance Writers of America (RWA). RWA is the national organization providing support for published and unpublished romance authors.

San Francisco Area - RWA Chapter. SFA-RWA is one of many chapters in the RWA organization. I am a member of this active chapter. We meet every second Saturday in the East Bay to discuss the latest in the romance industry. All are welcome to join us. We also organize free writng craft workshops. For more information, check out the SFA-RWA website.

Kiss of Death (KOD) Chapter. KOD is an online chapter and part of the RWA organization. Those interested in romantic suspense should check out this group.

Futuristic, Fantasy, & Paranormal (FF&P) Chapter. Another RWA and online chapter, this chapter support those authors writing futuristic, fantasy & paranormal stories.

Other non-romance writing organizations are:

Mystery Writers of America

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America

California Writers

Wild Writing Women

Reference Information

Charlotte Dillon's website contains many useful links for writers.

Romance Author Vicki Hinze was awarded RWA's 2004 Mentor of the Year Award. She provides a Writer's Library with useful information for writers.

Passionate Pen another website that contains many resources for romance writers. You'll find publisher information, agent information, and other writing resources.

Alicia Rasley's website contains information about her various writing workshops as well as various articles on the craft of writing.

Author Websites

Listed here are websites of some of my friends and fellow authors' websites.

• Doreen DeSalvo, Author of Sensual Romance
• Jennifer Skully, Romance Author