Want to give romance writing a try? Work with award-winning New England author Jenn Bouchard in a friendly, no-pressure, fun environment to learn about the craft, process, and next steps to writing a short romance piece. Details on how to submit a finished story to contests and literary magazines will be included.

Jenn Bouchard is the author of Considering Us, First Course, and Palms on the Cape (coming in July 2026), as well as six published short stories. A career high school social studies teacher, she also teaches writing classes to adults and teenagers across New England and online. An avid cook and devoted Red Sox fan, she lives with her family in the Boston suburbs.

Jenn will also be signing books at the end of the workshop. Register ahead of time and tickets are $10 to secure your spot.

“Guess and Pray” releasing February 24, 2026

Eli Chambers doesn’t do relationships. He respects the hell out of women, but that linked-life, tied-together, found-your-person setup is not for him, and he’s always sure to be clear about that. Still, he’s a damn good time…

Iris Sutton is a young, single mom whose life revolves around her daughter and her dedication to her job as a paralegal. She’s responsible, dedicated, controlled, reliable—she’s stable. And when the boy-turned-man from her past pops back up, she knows that what Eli offers is all wrong for what she needs.

After a few stumbles, Eli and Iris find themselves fast friends, battling through the challenges tax season loves to bring. But things get tricky when Iris’s unwelcome ex, Archer, blows into town and demands she return to him. In a panic, Iris claims Eli as her very serious boyfriend. Ever the protective and helpful friend, Eli steps up to maintain the ruse until Archer takes the hint and gets lost.

A fake relationship doesn’t count, and feelings won’t get involved. This is going to be just fine…

Guess and Pray is a small-town, fake dating, single parent, reformed playboy, open-door romance.

Kim Swizz will be in store signing her series from 12-2 PM.