ROMANTASY AND FANTASY WRITING AT WARWICK CASTLE WITH GUEST AUTHOR KERRY WILLIAMS
Sat 14 Mar
|Warwick Castle
Craft your quest, conquer your plot, and write your romantasy or fantasy novel inside the italian library of a medieval castle. Learn, create, and write with expert guidance in an inspiring, immersive setting.


TIME & LOCATION
14 Mar 2026, 09:30 – 16:00
Warwick Castle, Warwick CV34 6AU, UK
ABOUT THE EVENT

Are you ready to turn your dream of writing a novel into reality?
Escape the mundane and step into a world of magic. Join us for an exclusive, one-day writing retreat designed specifically for aspiring authors of Romantasy and Fantasy.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Hosted within the breathtaking grounds of the historic Warwick Castle, this isn't just a workshop; it's the start of your author journey!
Enjoy exclusive access to the Italian Library to craft your novel; a breathtaking Romantic Academia setting that is otherwise off-limits to the public.
Your Guide for the Quest You won't be writing alone. You will be joined by Kerry Williams, the celebrated author of the Darkness Duet series.
During the day we will guide you through:
World-Building & Plotting: Lay the foundations of your Romantasy or Fantasy masterpiece.
The 35 Essential Character Questions: A deep-dive workshop to ensure you know your heroes and villains inside out.
Exclusive Author Q&A: A dedicated hour to ask your burning questions to Kerry Williams about drafting, editing, and navigating the publishing industry.
An All-Inclusive Experience We believe creativity needs fuel. Your ticket includes:
🏰 VIP Access: Full entry to the Great Hall and Castle grounds (worth £26).
☕ Unlimited Refreshments: Morning pastries and free-flowing hot drinks to keep the words coming.
🍽️ Gourmet Dining: A delicious, fully catered buffet lunch.
🤝 Community: Connect with fellow writers and find your tribe in an inspiring atmosphere.
START YOUR QUEST!
Spaces in the Italian Library are strictly limited to keep this experience intimate. Book now and don't miss your chance to write your own legend in one of England's finest castles.
*Please note, Warwick Castle is a medieval building so the Italian Library has no lift and is only accessible via stairs.

ABOUT THE LOCATION
Experience 1,000 years of history at Warwick Castle, a stunning medieval fortress that feels like it was plucked straight from a fantasy novel. With towering ramparts, opulent staterooms, and 64 acres of riverside grounds to explore, this living storybook provides the ultimate atmospheric backdrop for your writing quest. The retreat day will be based in the exclusive Italian Library room.
ABOUT OUR GUEST AUTHOR
Kerry Williams is the romantic fantasy author of the darkness duet 'Daughter of the Drowned' and 'She of the Shadows' and writes haunting, emotionally devastating love stories that explore the tension between light and dark; human and other worldly. She is an avid cat lady, die-hard tea drinker and eternal star-gazer.
ABOUT OUR EVENT SPONSOR

The Spicy Librarian is Europe's largest independent romance bookshop based in Leamington Spa, stocking everything romance from Jane Austen classics to romantasy by Rebecca Yarros. The Spicy Librarian will be supplying exclusive bookmarks and stickers as part of our goody bags to take away with you.
Tickets
Early Bird
Sale ends
28 Feb, 16:00
This ticket includes entrance to Warwick Castle, morning fruit, pastries and tea/coffee, all writing activities and time to write, author Q&A, buffet lunch, treat bag to take away, including exclusive bookmarks and stickers from our sponsor The Spicy Librarian
£85.00
+£2.13 ticket service fee
Advanced Ticket
Sale ends
28 Feb, 16:00
This ticket includes entrance to Warwick Castle, morning fruit, pastries and tea/coffee, all writing activities and time to write, author Q&A, buffet lunch, treat bag to take away, including exclusive bookmarks and stickers from our sponsor The Spicy Librarian
£99.00
+£2.48 ticket service fee
General Admission
Sale ends
28 Feb, 16:00
This ticket includes entrance to Warwick Castle, morning fruit, pastries and tea/coffee, all writing activities and time to write, author Q&A, buffet lunch, treat bag to take away, including exclusive bookmarks and stickers from our sponsor The Spicy Librarian
£125.00
+£3.13 ticket service fee
Total
£0.00





