Webinars
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Looking to better your writing craft? Or maybe you need to take your career to the next level? Check out these webinars presented by RWA, the voice of romance writers.
How it works: The registration process is in two parts. (1) Register on the RWA site and complete the checkout process, and then (2) follow the link in the email you receive and sign up with Zoom. You'll receive an email from Zoom with your login information.
Unless otherwise noted, all webinars are recorded and will be sent to registered attendees within a week or two following the event.
More classes are being added every month, so check back to see all our educational offerings.
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Classes
Copyrights What Every Author Needs to Know
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Central Time
Speaker: Maggie Marr
Maggie Marr is a USA Today Best Selling Author of over 25 books including Hollywood Girls Club and the non-fiction title Books To Film and TV : What Every Author Needs to Know. Maggie is a former motion picture literary agent and has worked on such projects as Game of Thrones, Bridget Jones Diary, and Things We Never Got Over. Maggie founded Maggie Marr Legal PC to provide creators with a comprehensive law firm for their entertainment, publishing, and intellectual property needs.
Understanding Copyrights and Publishing Agreements
Copyright is the foundation of the book publishing industry but is often confusing to new writers. In this workshop, literary agent and entertainment lawyer Léonicka Valcius gives a practical overview of the copyright concepts that most frequently appear in publishing agreements.
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM Central Time
Speaker: Léonicka Valcius
Léonicka Valcius is a Literary Agent at Transatlantic Agency who specializes in commercial and genre fiction for children and adults. As one of the founding organizers of The Festival of Literary Diversity in Brampton, amplifying marginalized creatives is a core part of her ethos. As a lawyer licensed in Ontario, Léonicka also offers detailed consulting and legal services to protect the creative labour and intellectual property rights of writers who do not have or want literary agents. Léonicka draws on over 15 years of sales and marketing experience and her work at multinational publishers to help her clients build sustainable and intentional careers.
Share Your Knowledge with RWA University
At RWA, we believe in the power of community—writers supporting writers, sharing wisdom, and lifting each other up. Our programs are designed to inspire, encourage, and equip romance writers at every stage of their career, and we welcome you to be part of that mission.
Share your expertise, experiences, and insights by contributing to one of our ongoing educational series:
Author Survival Guides: Quick, practical tip sheets to help fellow writers navigate the ups and downs of a romance writing career.
Writing for Writers Guides: Craft-focused advice from professional editors and educators, designed to strengthen skills and spark creativity.
2-Minute Tips: Short, engaging videos packed with encouragement, writing wisdom, and practical strategies—perfect for romance writers at any level.
Workshops: Interactive sessions that dive deeper into craft, career/business, the writer’s life, and research. Workshops may be stand-alone or a series.
How to Submit a Proposal
Click the button below to submit your idea or proposal. All we need is a short description, and your intended audience. Once you have submitted the form, please allow 7–10 business days for our committee to review. We will reach out with a status update, and if your proposal is accepted, you will receive next steps and an agreement form to sign electronically.
Why Contribute?
Every resource shared through RWA University helps another writer on their path—whether it’s finishing a first draft, navigating publishing, or finding encouragement to keep going. By contributing, you are helping to build a legacy of knowledge and support that strengthens our entire romance writing community.
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