In addition to regional chapters of larger organizations, there are a number of local organizations available to writers; one such organization in my area is the Tampa Writers Alliance (TWA). TWA is open to anyone who is interested in the craft of writing and supporting others who are working towards…
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Florida Writers Association
The Florida Writers Association (FWA) is an example of a geographically-based organization for writers. Its mission is to help authors and aspiring writers in Florida and beyond to learn, grow, network, and find resources to cultivate their inner muse, improve their writing, and navigate the publishing industry. Its motto is…
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SCBWI
SCBWI stands for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. This professional organization is for individuals who write and illustrate for children and young adults. The mission of the organization is to support the creation and availability of quality children’s books in every region of the world. Membership I…
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Networking: Writer’s Organizations
Writing is a solitary activity, yet writers need connections with others for critiques, advice, business networking, and socializing through writing organizations. Writing organizations are one resource in the author’s toolkit. Memberships and participation–involvement beyond paying the membership fee–require time, energy and financial commitment. The benefits to be gained from each…
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Writing Contest Success
The advice for fantasy writers twenty-five years ago was to build a reputation by publishing short stories in the numerous magazines focused on speculative fiction. Entering writing contests served as an additional avenue to generate exposure. Once the author had established some credentials with short fiction, the door to publishing…