by Angie Raney
StoryStudio’s self-proclaimed love expert is back for another blog post! To celebrate Valentine’s Day, I thought I’d combine two things I love: literary events and romance books. Here is my list of StoryStudio events as romance novels!
EVENT: PUB CRAWL
BOOK: Book Lovers by Emily Henry (would it even be an Angie post without an Emily Henry nod?)
Publishing may seem like a daunting journey, but the love of books is a very powerful thing. Trust in the process and embrace those who want to help you share your story with the world!
I also just had to throw some love to the agents and editors out there <3
EVENT: STUDENT READINGS
BOOK: Is She Really Going Out With Him? by Sophie Cousens
Be brave! Things won’t always go as planned, so putting yourself out there and taking risks are integral steps in becoming the best writer you can be. And who knows– your courage might lead you to the successes you’ve always dreamed of!
EVENT: EMERGING WRITERS AWARDS
BOOK: Hana Khan Carries On by Uzma Jalaluddin
Your future is bright and your voice is strong! Know that there are people behind you, keenly ready to provide the love and support you so rightfully deserve.
EVENT: STORYBALL
BOOK: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The glitz, the glamour! It’s undeniable that our biggest event of the year is chalked full of elegance and charm like Reid’s 2017 breakout novel. But just like Ms. Hugo herself, StoryBall truly centers around the importance of telling our most authentic stories.
EVENT: STORYBOARD WRITERS FEST (new for 2025! More info coming soon.😊 )
BOOK: By the Book by Jasmine Guillory
Whether you’re just starting a piece or are stuck on the very last few words, sometimes all you need are a few special people or experiences to help spark inspiration within you. Trust me– there’s no better place to meet fellow writers and lean into your craft!
EVENT: THE CHICAGO REVIEW OF BOOKS AWARDS (CHIRBys)
BOOK: Heartstopper by Alice Oseman
There’s no denying Chicago has a rich, tightly-woven, diverse literary community. Like Heartstopper, the CHIRBys are a celebration of this community, and a love letter to the power of sharing our most genuine stories.
