{"id":302,"date":"2025-06-30T19:15:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T19:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mandiethompson.com\/?p=302"},"modified":"2025-06-30T19:18:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T19:18:04","slug":"rawr-recap-romance-readers-an-amazing-cause","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mandiethompson.com\/?p=302","title":{"rendered":"RAWR Recap \u2013 Romance, Readers & an Amazing Cause!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Posted on June 30, 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This past Saturday, June 28, I had the pleasure of attending RAWR (Romance Atlanta Writers & Readers)<\/strong> at the stunning Columbus Convention & Trade Center<\/strong> in Downtown Columbus, GA\u2014and wow, what an unforgettable day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With over 100 incredible authors and vendors<\/strong> showcasing everything from spicy paranormal paperbacks to swoon-worthy merch, there was something for every romance lover to enjoy. The energy in the room was electric, and the event was truly a celebration of the passion and creativity that fuels our bookish community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even better? Over 700 tickets<\/strong> were sold, and proceeds from the event helped support the Georgia Police K9 Foundation<\/strong>, an organization that does amazing work for our four-legged heroes. Being part of something that gives back while doing what we love was the icing on the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We reconnected with old friends, made new ones, and shared laughs and stories with fellow authors and readers alike. I was so grateful to meet readers who stopped by my table to chat, browse, and snag a few signed books. Every smile, selfie, and story swap reminded me why I love what I do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To everyone who came out, supported indie authors, or just made us feel welcome\u2014thank you<\/strong>. Your support means the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udce3 And great news\u2014Georgia, we\u2019re not done with you yet!<\/strong>
We\u2019ll be back next month for the ATL Comic & Pop Culture Convention<\/strong>, held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta<\/strong> from July 18\u201320<\/strong>. If you’re attending, come find us! We\u2019ll be bringing all the magic, merch, and bookish chaos you\u2019ve come to love. \ud83d\udda4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until next time, RAWR! \ud83d\udc3e
\u2013 Mandie Thompson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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