ROSA

WIP It Wednesday - Joburg Chapter
2024-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Exclusive Books – Rosebank, Shop 307-311, Level 3, Rosebank Mall, Rosebank, Gauteng, 2196, South Africa
Bring along your WIPs and we can brainstorm together!

Sensory writing
2024-03-16 07:30 - 17:00 | Hazel Food Market, 378 Queens crescent, Lynnwood, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0081, South Africa
Sensory writing is a technique that taps into the five senses — sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell — to craft detailed, evocative descriptions in storytelling. Instead of merely telling the reader about a setting, character, or event, sensory writing shows them, immersing them in a multisensory experience that makes the narrative world feel tangible. It’s akin to painting a scene, not with colours and brush strokes, but with sensory impressions that conjure a visceral response.

This approach to writing is fundamental in building vivid and memorable scenes. When we read, we subconsciously draw upon our personal reservoir of sensory experiences. By incorporating sensory details, writers can trigger these memories, evoking emotions and reactions that deepen the reader’s connection to the story. Just imagine the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the sound of stall owners opening their stalls for the day, children’s laughter and the chatter of the crowd around you … What more do you need to unleash your creativity.

All you need is a notebook and paper, your wallet and yourself to join in this experience. Please let Francine know by 15 March 2024 whether you’ll join us
Francine Beaton
Mobile: 0826737321 or beatonfrancine@gmail.com

Ontmoet die Skrywers
2024-03-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Waverley Library, 1345 Cunningham Ave, Waverley, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0186
Kom kuier saam met ‘n paar van ons plaaslike Afrikaanse skrywers by Waverley Biblioteek op 9 Maart 2024 vanaf 09:00 tot 12:00. Indien skrywers belangstel, kan hulle Francine Beaton kontak by 0826737321 of beatonfrancine@gmail.com

ExCo Meeting
2024-03-07 14:00 - 16:00 | ExCo Discord Room
For ExCo Members only.

Cape Town Retreat 2024
2024-03-01 12:00 - 2024-03-03 16:00 | Lalapanzi Lodge, Lalapanzi Lodge, Farm 3, Wedderwill Estate, Sir Lowry's Pass, Western Cape, 7133, South Africa
ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
Come join us at the beautiful Lalapanzi Lodge on the slopes of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, where we’ll indulge in a weekend of all things writing related, share time with friends and soak in the peace and tranquility of our surrounds 1 – 3 March 2024.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL PRICE: R5595,00 – THIS PRICE IS VALID UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON 25 DECEMBER 2023, thereafter full price will apply. Kindly note, your holding deposit simply holds your spot. If full payment of the Early Bird price is not made by the deadline, full price of R5995,00 will apply.

The topics:

Intellectual Property And Your Rights
Showing Your Backlist Some Love
Let’s Talk About … Going Wide
Ready, Steady, Release
No Spend Marketing

The full price package includes:

Accommodation
All meals
The conference itself
Your Goodie Bag
Recordings of the presentations – we will notify you once they’re available to access
An incredible view of the entire False Bay
Spending time with friends and like-minded people

Romancing The Reader
2024-02-29 17:30 - 21:00 | Exclusive Books V&A Waterfront, 6160, Victoria Wharf, 1 Breakwater Blvd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Come join us at Exclusive Books in the V&A waterfront, with views of the beautiful Table Mountain, for an evening of fun, romance and our first in person ROSA Readers Club event of the year. Our program for the evening includes:

Welcome and introduction – Get to know who you will be spending the evening with
Author introductions and a bit about themselves – Get to know a bit more about the authors and what they write
Live Readings – Join us for live readings by Amanda Holly, Denise Riddle, Dorothy Ewels and Marilize Roos
Q&A session – Have a burning question you would like to ask our authors? Now is your chance!
Meet and mingle & signings – After all of the formalities, come and meet the authors, have a chance to chat with them and get your books signed !

Attending authors: Amanda Holly, Denise Riddle, Dorothy Ewels, Marilize Roos, Naomi McKay, Nicole Ann Nielson, Ryleigh Sloan and Tanya Wilde.

Coffee Chat Feb 2024
2024-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Coffee Chat Discord Room

Cape Town Retreat Planning Meeting
2024-02-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Cape Town Retreat Planning Discord Room
For Cape Town Retreat Planning Members only.

Romance Book Fair
2024-02-10 09:00 - 12:30 | Brooklyn Community Library, Shop 32, L2, Brooklyn Square Cnr Veale &, Middel St, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0181, South Africa
Looking for your next favourite romance book? Come join Brooklyn Library and local romance authors! There will be books in English and Afrikaans, with different heat levels, and tropes, including new releases, bestsellers and more.

Vision Boards & Planning - Cape Town Chapter
2024-01-27 10:00 - 13:30 | Castle of Good Hope, Darling St & Buitenkant St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Please keep an eye on the announcements WhatsApp group for payment details.

Vision Board Workshop
2024-01-20 09:30 - 12:30 | Waverley Library, 1345 Cunningham Ave, Waverley, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0186
Create your best life!

Coffee Chat: Expectations, Goals & Targets for 2024 - ROSA Members only
2023-12-16 10:00 - 18:00 | Coffee Chat Discord Room
Recap of the year that’s been and expectations, goals & targets for the year ahead. How to keep it realistic.
Please note that this is a ROSA members only event which will take place via the link you receive when registering for the event.

A Merry Murder Mystery - Joburg Chapter
2023-12-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Pinehaven Self Storage, Plot 10, Steyn Road, Steynsvlei, Krugersdorp, Gauteng, 1747, South Africa
Join us for day mystery and intrigue. We’ll spend the morning solving an “On The Case” murder mystery.
While in the afternoon we’ll be having a workshop on police procedure and protocol hosted by a SAPS detective.
A perfect way to end our year!

Cape Town Christmas Party
2023-12-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Auberge, 10 Union Street, Gardens, Cape town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
CAPE TOWN IN-PERSON EVENT

Hello and happy weekend! ☺🌹

Calling all Cape Town ROSAs, and any national ROSAs visiting at the beginning of December, we’ll be hosting our annual Christmas Party at the Auberge Hotel in the Gardens – also referred to as “the little Nellie”.

You are cordially invited to join us for a day of festivities, good food, laughter, and wonderful company.

When: Saturday, 9 December 2023, 10:00 – 16:00
Where: Auberge Hotel, 10 Union Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Cost: R450,00
Included: Arrival tea/coffee
Morning tea/coffee
Lunch, 1 soft drink included, all other drinks for own account
Afternoon tea/coffee
Use of conference room as our own private dining room

Please RSVP by no later than Monday, 27 November.

In keeping with tradition, we will be doing a Secret Santa, and this year we’ll be doing a “blind date with a book”. For those attending, please ensure that your books are with Nikki Malan by no later Friday, 1 December. Your book can either be one you’ve written, bought new, or mint condition pre-loved – bought or owned.

Cape Town Christmas Market
2023-12-02 10:00 - 2023-12-03 18:00 | Exclusive Books V&A Waterfront, 6160, Victoria Wharf, 1 Breakwater Blvd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Looking for a book or two for the romance reader in your life?
Then come join us at Exclusive Books Waterfront, and meet local romance authors while you’re there. Some of South Africa’s top romance authors will be selling, and signing, their books over the weekend of 2 – 3 December 2023, from 10:00 until 18:00 each day.
Participating Authors: Ashleigh Roberts • Denise Riddle • Dorothy Ewels • Marilize Roos • Nicole Ann Nielson
