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MISSION: Sisters in Crime was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition, and professional development of women crime writers. Please view our Code of Conduct.
Sisters in Crime Orange County – The Blood Orange welcomes everyone interested in or passionate about the mystery genre, including writers—published, aspiring, or pursuing careers—readers, booksellers, publishers, librarians, editors, agents, promoters, reviewers, and fans.
If you love mystery fiction as much as we do, join us. Mystery lovers of every kind make up our Orange County, California, chapter. We meet on the fourth Sunday of the month (unless otherwise noted) to learn, discuss, and have fun with all things related to crime fiction.
To join The Blood Orange, SISTERS IN CRIME ORANGE COUNTY, visit our Join / Renew Page.
Next Meeting
Sisters in Crime Orange County
The Blood Orange
Presents…
Love in the Plotlines: Writing Romance That Sweeps Readers Off Their Feet
Sisters in Crime Orange County – The Blood Orange
Sunday, February 23, 2025
3:00 p.m. @ Book Carnival in Orange, CA
Love in the Plotlines with Janis Thomas
Join acclaimed author Janis Thomas for an inspiring and entertaining
presentation on the art of weaving romance into your stories! Whether
you’re crafting a sweeping love story or adding a heartfelt subplot to
another genre, Janis will share her secrets for creating authentic
chemistry, relatable characters, and emotional connections that
captivate readers. With her signature blend of wit, wisdom, and
practical advice, she’ll guide you through the essentials of writing
compelling romantic arcs that resonate. Perfect for writers at any
stage. Don’t miss it!
The Details
What: Love in the Plotlines: Writing Romance That Sweeps Readers Off Their Feet
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Book Carnival – 348 S. Tustin St., Orange, CA 92866
Janis is the author of best-selling domestic suspense novels WHAT
REMAINS TRUE, ALL THAT’S LEFT OF ME, and FINDING GRACE, as well as
three critically acclaimed humorous women’s fiction novels, SOMETHING
NEW, SWEET NOTHINGS, and SAY NEVER. Award-winning MURDER IN A-MINOR is
her musical murder mystery featuring songwriting detective Samantha
Wedlock. Her short story, “The Mighty and Me,” is featured in the SCWA
anthology IT’S ALL IN THE STORY.
Janis is a popular workshop leader and speaker, passionate writing
advocate and born story-teller. When she isn’t writing or fulfilling
her PTA duties, she loves to spend time with her kids, sing with her
sister, play tennis, and throw lavish dinner parties with outrageous
menus.
Find more on Janis Thomas at JanisThomas.com.
- Sisters in Crime Meetings are open to the public. Your first two meetings are free; subsequent meetings are $5 each. Members are free.
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Please visit the Join/Renew Page for information about Sisters in Crime OC and how to join our chapter.
