Maxine Douglas

Last week I spent a few days at RWA Conference. For those who don't know RWA (Romance Writers of America) is not only a national romance writer organization but a world-wide organization. Each year they hold a conference in a difference section of the US with tons of workshops (career and craft), book signings, publisher giveaways, industry information for all their members and non-members who attend. No, you don't need to be a member of RWA to attend their conference each year. So that means that you can attend next year in New York!!!!

This trip was more of a therapeutic event for me. While in Denver, the third month of my husband's passing took place on the 19th. I am so blessed and grateful to the friends I have within this organization who were there to give me a hug when they thought I needed it, or a pat on the knee when I thought I'd hidden my tears. I love you all and you mean the world to me. Sometimes I didn't know when I needed your strength when mine is fading, but you did.

I hope you enjoy the article below and the live videos (which were iffy because of the weak connection due to location of events).

Annual RWA Literacy Book Signing Article, Denver Newspaper

RWA Goodie Room  Video / Live Video at RWA

Post Golden Heart Awards Live Video at RWA

		Maria Connor, VA (My Author Concierge) and me
		Golden Heart Luncheon
Western Sizzler Authors Teri Riggs, Sylvia McDaniel, Peggy McKenzie Merry Farmer, Callie Hutton, me		Sylvia McDaniel, Maria Connor,  Heidi Vanlandingham, me
Rita Award Ceremony
		Some of my stash for Birthday Boxes at FB Group Maxine's Book Divas