November 2019: Writing the Happy into your Happily Ever After


One of the most common challenges of writing romance novels is ensuring the relationship feels authentic while mixing in enough drama to keep the reader intrigued. But how can an author ensure the relationship doesn’t cross any lines, and that conflict is resolved satisfactorily? Dr. Brenda Saxe will share her experience as a couple’s counsellor to talk about healthy vs unhealthy relationships and answer questions about how to make sure that our characters are set up for a truly happy HEA.

About the presenter

Dr. Brenda Saxe is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience helping couples deal with their relationship challenges. She was a lecturer, trainer and supervisor at the Marital/Couple Therapy Program at St. Paul’s University for over 12 years.

Event details

November 3, 2019 (2:30 to 4:30pm)

Location: Nepean Centrepointe Library: 101 Centrepointe Dr, Ottawa, ON K2G 5K7 (Room 1A) *Please note: This location is subject to change. We will notify you if/when we have location change details.

ORWA member tickets: Free (must have up-to-date paid ORWA and RWA memberships)

Non-member tickets: $25

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