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Casual Readers to Ride-or-die Superfans

Having readers is awesome, but die-hard fans who become emotionally invested in our story worlds are how authors build sustainable careers. Discover how you can stoke the fires of fandom in your readers and keep them coming back for more.

This free workshop will cover the science of fandom, examples of how romance authors build and sustain rabid fandoms, and examples of how you can create fun fan experiences for your readers, including:

• Why fans are the most valuable asset a career author has.
• How to use fandom to build multiple income streams beyond the pages of your books.
• Creating a cohesive fan experience.
• Giving your fans more more more of what they crave.
• Social media as fan-building.
• Bonus material, discrete and limited-edition books, merchandise, and other fan service. I’ll show you examples from other authors, including my own book box Kickstarter campaign.

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My Journey As a Hybrid Author

Rachael Herron took a strange route (via Australia and New Zealand!) to hybrid publishing, but she couldn’t be happier with where she is now. She’ll share not only which route she prefers, but she’ll talk real numbers because she believes in increasing transparency around the finances involved in the publishing industry. No matter where you are in your publishing journey, Rachael will encourage you to keep pursuing the dream of being an author who not only follows her heart but makes money doing so!

Plotting a Great Story

Learn how to combine Michael Hauge’s 6-stage plot structure with a grid board and Postik notes to create the perfect visual reminder of where your story is going. Great for all authors at any stage in their writing journey.

WORKSHOP

This is a wonderful chance to meet the people you’ll be attending conference with over the weekend. Enjoy this fairytale themed event with tasty canapés and drinks while you socialize with your friends and meet some new writers you can connect with.

Love Wins

Inspirational address about her writing journey.

Join Leeanna as she talks about her writing journey, the choices she made early in her career, and how her experiences have shaped the books she writes today.

PLR and funding opportunities for NZ authors

WORKSHOP 1

Join authors Anne Kemp and AK Mulford for this two-part workshop where they will share tips, tricks, and best practices as they get everyone posting on TikTok and ready to rock #Booktok as part of your author marketing strategy!

In this workshop you will learn how to use psychological theory to create compelling and unforgettable characters who leap off the page.

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WORKSHOP 3

Examples of collaborative projects: 1-day and 5-day sales, free boxsets, limited edition boxsets, social media profiles, genre-focused and audiobook newsletters, book boxes, co-writing, shared worlds.

WORKSHOP 4

In this workshop, Jamie Sands and Gillian St Kevern will share what they have learned about YouTube live streaming. From the tech set-up, to what to talk about, how to run writing sprints and how to build up a community of people we’ll share our dos and don’ts from over a year of trying it out.

Join your fellow RWNZ members in this fun event where you’ll be able celebrate romantic storytelling with a room full of talented writers. Not only can you enjoy a delicious three-course meal, but you’ll also have a chance to network with passionate writers like yourself. There is plenty of time for talking in between the various award presentations and speeches. Whether you’re a conference newbie or veteran, this is an event you don’t want to miss!

Bringing Out The Best In Your Manuscript: Revision Tips & Tricks

Revision—the kind during which you take apart your book on the operating table and then put it back together—isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s a necessary skill that’s seldom taught. Rachael Herron is passionate about sharing the tools she’s learned how to use (the hard way), and you’ll come away from this session excited to start the operation that will take your book from good to great

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Package Your Book to Market

Join Leeanna as she discusses some of the key things you might want to consider before writing/publishing your book. During this keynote address, Leeanna will discuss; genre choice, branding, cover design, keywords, pricing, and much more! Suitable for all authors at any stage in their writing journey.

WORKSHOP 2

The session will include:
• Optimising ad spend for existing ads
• Launching new ads for non-English-speaking markets
• Comparing the impact of different advertising platforms – how do you know which ones are value for money?

There will be an audience Q&A session at the end, so come prepared for plenty of discussion and audience participation.

Setting Killer Goals: Making the most of your time & career

It doesn’t matter what your writing goal is – what matters is that you give yourself a fighting chance to achieve it!  Join award-winning writer Kathryn Burnett for an inspiring keynote on setting the right goal for you right now – and how to create a writing plan that gives you the best chance to smash it.