You've probably noticed a trend in the blog posts this week, and I'm going to continue it.
I've just returned from the Romance Writers of America annual conference, held this year in Dallas, Texas, where I had the great luck to run into many of your favorite Harlequin American authors and be wined and dined by our wonderful Harlequin American Romance editors.
Well...okay, I drank water. (grin) But I ate enough to make up for the lack of calories from alcoholic beverages. I talked enough to develop a sore throat and raspy—though sexy—voice. And I partied enough to satisfy me until next year!
The best news I brought home from the conference is that romance is going strong in the marketplace, with 2006 sales up substantially from the previous year. Of course, when I shared the info with my husband, he said he already knew it, based on the ever-increasing size of my To Be Read pile! Then he moaned about the fact that, if only I'd asked, he could have saved me the price of the plane fare and the conference registration!
No way, I told him. So much more went on during my five fun-filled days in Dallas!
Picture two thousand-plus women and a handful of men, all focused on learning, networking, partying—and collecting autographed books.
Imagine seemingly endless days and nights of chatting, networking, partying—and getting to sleep way past the usual bedtime.
Believe me when I tell you, much as I enjoyed myself, I am more than ready to return to my usual routine.
Even better, I'm bursting with energy to write—and my husband surely can't moan about that! ;0)
All my best to you,
Barbara
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Barbara White Daille
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
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Glad you had a good time!
I love hearing about it from all the authors.
Sounds like you had a blast. I would love to go to one of these conferences even if it is just once to see what it is all about.
Sounds as if you really enjoyed the conference!
Jennifer, it *is* exciting to hear about it, isn't it?
Because it's such a busy time, even the people who attend the conference miss so much of what goes on! It's good to come home and read up on other authors' experiences.
Best,
Barbara
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
Cherie, it can be daunting to be on the go-go-go for so many days straight--but it's such fun, too!
You really should try it sometime.
Best,
Barbara
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
Estella,
I absolutely *did* have a wonderful time!
Not only is it great to meet with the Harlequin American authors and editors, but I get to spend time with friends I see only once a year at this conference.
Best,
Barbara
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
You're right. The trend this week is definitely post-RWA content on the blogs. But for those of us who were unable to attend, we can't get enough. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure, Patricia!
Best,
Barbara
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
It seems you really enjoyed the event its so wonderful to hear from all about RWA winners I wish I could have been there.
Keeton,
It truly is an experience.
Hope one day you're able to attend and see for yourself.
Best,
Barbara
http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
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