Joining Houston Bay Area is a good first step in becoming a more involved member of Romance Writers of America®.

If you're still wondering why joining a local chapter is a good idea, consider the following:

• You can network regularly with people who understand the trials and tribulations of writing romance.
• You can learn tips and tricks from writers further along the path than you.
• You can more easily find and join a constructive critique group.
• Chapter meetings are informative.
• Hearing others' successes and struggles will help you realize you're not alone.
• Many members attend local or out-of-town writing conferences and bring what they've learned back to the other chapter members.
• Published authors bring a "real world" perspective to the romance writing experience and are happy to answer questions.

Requirements

To join HBA, you must first be a member in good standing of the Romance Writers of America®.

Houston Bay Area chapter dues are $25 per year.

How To Join

Download and print the Houston Bay Area membership application (PDF file) and bring it, along with your prorated dues, to a chapter meeting.

Or, mail your application and your check to:

Houston Bay Area
Chapter 30
P.O. Box 57776
Webster, TX 77598

Prorated dues schedule

Month Joined	Membership	Amount
January	14-month	$29.17
February	13-month	$27.08
March	12-month	$25.00
April	11-month	$22.19
May	10-month	$20.83
June	9-month	$18.75
July	8-month	$16.66
August	7-month	$14.56
September	6-month	$12.50
October	5-month	$10.41
November	4-month	$8.33
December	3-month	$6.25

We look forward to seeing you!