Our Mission

The mission of Chicago-North Romance Writers is to raise and maintain a level of high-quality romance writing in all genres and to advance the professional interests of career-focused romance writers through networking, advocacy, professional education, publications, contests, awards, and conferences.

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Chicago-North Romance Writers was founded to support authors on their journey to a professional career in writing romance.

2026 Board of Directors

President: C. Morgan Kennedy

VP/Programs: Emilie Hogan

Secretary: Victoria Hamel

Treasurer: Kat Von Tobel

2026 Chairpeople

Manuscripts: pending

Social Media: Stephanie Scott

Special Events: Pamala Knight and Shannyn Schroeder

New Members: Kelly Farmer

Website: Laura Ridgefield

Librarian: Gay Lynn Cronin