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About OCRW

Orange County Romance Writers (OCRW) is a supportive community for romance writers that was established in 2022 after the local Orange County chapter separated from the national Romance Writers of America organization.

Many longtime members continued with OCRW, bringing with them years of experience, knowledge, and community spirit.

OCRW is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping new writers grow, supporting the careers of published authors, and promoting greater recognition for romance writers and the romance publishing industry.

“One hand reaching forward,
one hand reaching back.”

Member Denise Colby with her red rose (2024)

Romancing Orange County Anthology Authors

Romancing Orange County Romance Anthology 2024 authors. Clockwise from top: Christopher Lenz, Selene Grace Silver, May Leonardo, Linda Carroll-Bradd, and Domino Savoie

OCRW Booth at the 2025 OC Book Fair in Tustin, CA

Celeste Barclay presenting at the 2024 Celebration of Romance meeting in Brea, CA

About OCRW

“One hand reaching forward, one hand reaching back.”

“One hand reaching forward,
one hand reaching back.”