1. Are any of your members published authors?
Yes! We have traditionally published, hybrid, and self-published authors at different stages of their writing careers, as well as pre-published authors, still working on their manuscripts.
2. I am only digitally published. Can I still become a member?
Of course! We have authors of every type in our membership.
3. I’m not yet published. Can I still become a member?
Absolutely! We have writers at all stages of their writing career – from just dabbling to working on their 5th, 6th, 7th, etc…. book.
4. Why do I have to be member of RWA Nationals before I join?
This is a requirement of RWA national that we must follow in order to be a chapter affiliate of RWA national.
5. Can I go to a monthly meeting before joining?
Certainly! Non-members are welcome to attend two meetings before deciding to join Lowcountry RWA.
6. I’m interested in speaking at an LRWA monthly meeting. Who should I contact?
Anyone interested in speaking at a meeting for LRWA should contact the Program Chairman at info@lowcountryrwa.org. Your email should include a short description of the topic to be covered as well as a list of any qualifications you have that pertain to your topic.
7. I’m interested in presenting an online course for LRWA. What should I contact?
Anyone interested in presenting an online workshop, should contact the Online Courses Coordinator at info@lowcountryrwa.org
8. When and where does are your monthly meetings held?
All LRWA meetings are held on the fourth Saturday of each month. Currently, most of our meetings are held on Zoom, with quarterly in-person meetings in Columbia, SC, or the Charleston, SC area. All programs, unless otherwise stated, begin at 1:00 pm.
9. Do I have to be a Romance Writer to join?
Definitely not! We have members who write in genres other than Romance. However, we urge you to review the membership requirements of RWA national before making your decision to join.
10. What are the benefits of being a member?
Besides access to a support group of writers who love to write? We have courses and events, access to industry professionals, and a monthly members only newsletter, just to name a few. Click here to read more about the benefits of being a member of LRWA.