About Us

Welcome to The League of Romance Writers, a global organization centered in Houston, Texas
Established in 1981, we’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting commercial fiction writers in the through education, connection, and opportunity.

Mission Statement

To empower writers at every level through diverse programming, professional development, and meaningful community.

Who We Serve

Our members are at all stages—just starting, debut authors, seasoned professionals, and everyone in between.

Our Approach

We support our members through:

• Genre-focused writing workshops
• Business education
• Programs with publishing professionals
• The annual Emily contest
• The Happily Ever After conference
• Networking opportunities