About Us

Based in Salem, Oregon, Mid-Willamette Valley Chapter #32 of the Romance Writers of America^® gathers members from as far away as the Oregon Coast, Central Oregon, and Northern California.

Our goal is to encourage high quality writing in all romance genres, to promote the public appreciation of the romance genre as a whole, and to further the careers of our member authors.

We’d love to have you visit us. Find out about our next Meeting or Join us today!

What Does RWA Offer?

You won’t want to miss our May meeting. RWA^® is more than just a national conference and awards! In addition to local chapters, RWA offers several special interest online chapters—maybe one will be right for you. Confused about the new members-only area (myRWA)? You’re not alone. Join us in May and we’ll show you how to find your way!

New Releases

Mid-Willamette Valley RWA celebrates the release of The Honeymoon Cottage by MWV-RWA member Barbara Cool Lee. The Honeymoon Cottage is the first book in Barbara’s new Pajaro Bay Romances series. Congratulations Barbara!

Mid-Willamette Valley RWA celebrates the release of Picture Perfect by MWV-RWA member Genie Gabriel. Picture Perfect is the first in Genie’s new LEGACY series. Congratulations Genie!

Mid-Willamette Valley RWA celebrates the re-release of The Rock Star by MWV-RWA member Genie Gabriel. Congratulations Genie!

Awards & Contests

Mid-Willamette Valley RWA congratulates member Deborah Wright for finaling in the Romance Writers of America^® 2012 Golden Heart^® Awards. Her book, The Lazarus Gambit, is a finalist in the Novel with Strong Romantic Elements category.