Invest in your writing – invest in you

Join us at Royal Holloway University London from Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August for a packed programme designed to take your writing career to the next level.

Whether you are just starting your writing journey, are already published or a well-established author, indie or traditionally published, we have a weekend full of practical workshops, talks and panels that will teach you something new. Our carefully curated list of speakers includes Sunday Times bestselling authors, bestselling indie authors, publishing industry professionals and marketing experts.

There are also opportunities to pitch your stories to publishers and agents direct and receive feedback to help you improve it.

And the RNA Conference isn’t all work and no play. Whether you choose a residential, non-residential or day pass package, it is an inclusive and friendly environment to network and socialise during the day and well into the evenings, with the fabulous Gala Party and Disco.

So what are you waiting for?

Don’t just take our word for it, when we say you won’t want to miss it, here are some of the comments from 2024:

‘Go. Do not hesitate. This conference was better than I had hoped and a highlight of my year.’

‘I came, a bag of nerves. I left poorer because of the Writer’s Emporium, but so, so much richer, taking with me new knowledge, helpful advice and a whole heap of new friends.’

‘Writing is solitary but being around other writers is so inspiring. At the RNA Conference you can learn, network and take tangible steps with industry professionals to further your career.’

‘A friendly, welcoming experience, offering sound advice and plenty of opportunities to network.’

‘The best conference I’ve attended. Quality sessions on a great range of topics relevant to traditional and indie published authors. Friendly, welcoming atmosphere. A must for romance authors.’

‘Superb choice of lectures, a great positive and inclusive atmosphere and fun .. so much fun!’

‘I’m buzzing and feel my writing mojo has returned!’

‘The place to be if you want to progress and hone your craft as a romance writer. The best investment in yourself you will ever make.’

‘The most inclusive, fun, friendly writer’s conference around. The Romantic Novelists’ Association is a family of writers who support and lift each other and I can’t wait for 2026!’

‘It’s three invaluable days with your writing tribe. You’ll go home exhausted, but also fulfilled and fired up!’

BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! Email rnaconference@romanticwriters.co.uk with your preferred booking package, your name, badge name, dietary and/or mobility requirements and you will be sent a payment link.

Venue

Royal Holloway University of London, Egham Hill, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX

Cost

As outlined on the packages and booking page. Installment options are available for RNA members if you book before April 2026, please ask. If you are booking the RNA member price, please ensure that your RNA membership remains valid until August 2026.

Transport

Just off Junction 13 of the M25 with plenty of free parking spaces on campus.

Nearest railway station is Egham (15 minute walk or a 5 minute bus ride from the campus)

Nearest airport is Heathrow (15 minutes away by taxi) with domestic flights arriving from all over the UK.

Accommodation

All bedrooms are ensuite and have a double bed as standard with shared kitchen facilities. There are lifts to all floors and fully accessible rooms are available with step-free wet rooms.

Accessibility

All buildings and accommodation have lifts and ramps. Hearing loops are available in the teaching blocks. There are both disabled and gender-neutral toilets in all buildings. There are plenty of Blue Badge parking spaces at both the accommodation and all the campus buildings.