Craft Talk: Writing romance and romantasy

Dive into the enchanting world of love and magic with "How to Write Romance and Romantasy." This session explores the essential beats of contemporary romance and the high-stakes world-building required for the booming romantasy genre. We will discuss how to balance internal character growth with the external plot demands of top-selling hits like Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros and A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. You will leave with actionable strategies to craft intoxicating tension and immersive settings.
Attendees will learn to:
Master the pacing requirements unique to romance and fantasy tropes.
Develop high-chemistry character dynamics that drive emotional connection.
Build intricate, functional magic systems that support your central love story.
Structure satisfying "happily ever after" endings that honor genre conventions.
UntitledTown Book and Author Festival will take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin on September 25-27, 2026. Watch www.untitledtown.org for more details.
Location: Brown County Library East Branch, Conference Room, 2253 Main Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Time: Saturday, September 26 at 10 am
Admission: FREE!
Speakers: Tonya Todd, Dr. Tracy Fernandes Rysavy, Juneau Black