Midwest Romance Writers (MRW) members write in a variety of genres including cozy mysteries, contemporary and historical romance, romantic suspense, paranormal fiction, women’s fiction, and mainstream fiction. We are fortunate to have members who have attained best-seller designations on Amazon, USA Today, and New York Times Lists.
The purpose of our organization is to educate and support fiction writers of all genres at every stage of their writing career. MRW helps authors improve their writing craft and book marketing skills by providing guidance, positive critique, and insight from industry experts.
Next meeting:
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at:
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
10586 Metcalf Ave,
Overland Park, KS 66212
Our program will be:
Bones, Bodies and Bestsellers
Crafting Entertaining Crime Fiction with Accurate Forensic Anthropology
Dr. Katie East is a forensic anthropologist, bioarchaeologist, and science communicator. Her PhD research spanned 2,000 years of history, examining human remains from Ptolemaic Egypt to modern-day America. By day, Katie investigates skeletons as a Board-certified forensic anthropologist, and by night (and weekends), she captivates public audiences with the wonders of science and history.
With over a decade of experience in museums, laboratories, and field settings, Katie brings a wealth of knowledge about anthropology, archaeology, and science to audiences of all ages. Since 2018, she has been a dedicated professional forensic anthropologist and earned her PhD in 2021. For Katie, being a scientist isn't just about wearing a lab coat—it's about curiosity, passion, and empathy.
Visitors welcome!
