This event is a fundraiser for the 2025 Salem Literary Festival; all proceeds will be used to fund festival programming.
Romance is having a moment on the national stage as a genre, moving both book sales and readers’ hearts. Whether it’s your A plot or B plot, a compelling romantic storyline can add sizzle and sighs to any novel.
Looking to hone your romantic writing skills? Join viral Tiktok influencer and author Betty Cayouette for a half-day workshop. Over three hours, attendees will:
- Explore what makes a compelling romantic dynamic
- Learn the fundamental “beats” of romance
- Map out their own plot (and all the key romantic moments)
- And craft a logline for their project
Students are requested to come with an idea for a romance novel, which will serve as the foundation for their workshopping activities. Light refreshments and pastries will be provided to attendees. Space is limited, so register today to secure your seat—and turn up the heat on your project’s romantic arc!
Betty Cayouette is an author and viral video content creator. Her romance novels Tell Me How You Really Feel and One Last Shot are out now and available wherever books are sold. She’s also known for her viral TikTok and Instagram accounts @bettysbooklist, where she makes first person book trailers for other authors’ books and promotes her own novels. Betty appeared at the 2024 Salem Literary Festival. She lives in the Boston area.
Class is limited to 12.
Tuition: $200