Whether you're swept off your feet by romantic novels or just interested in stories that explore the complexity of relationships, come dissect the romance genre with us in our Anatomy of Romance author panel.

We are bringing together Anne Gracie, the award-winning author of Regency-era romances, Melbourne author Toni Jordan with her new release Dinner with the Schnabels and Ballarat’s own, Tobias Madden with his debut novel Anything But Fine to discuss the romance genre in 2022. The panel will be convened by historical romance author Darry Fraser. 

Join our panel as they discuss the “Bridgerton effect,” writing beyond the trope, the increase of LGBTIQA+ voices in the genre, and more. Hear what the panel are reading, the books that inspire their writing and predictions for the future of the romance genre.

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Contact the host of Anatomy of Romance: Fictional Relationships in 2022