Writers' Organizations

75 Organizations

Abilene Writer's Guild



Mailing address:
P O Box 2562
Abilene, TX 79604
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Website: http://abilenewritersguild.org/
Meeting time: 4th Thursday 7:00 pm
Meeting place: Center for Contemporary Arts
Annual dues: $25 single/ $35 family
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 10/27/2007
End conference date: 10/28/2007

Contact name: Virginia Greene
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Contact e-mail address: Rosegreen@aol.com

African American Online Writers Guild

The Guild is dedicated to educating aspiring writers on the craft and business of writing and promoting the Internet as a tool for research, communication and fellowship among the African American writing community.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 31478
Houston, Texas 77231-1478
Phone number: (713) 401-2600
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E-mail address: Info@Blackwriters.org
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Contact name: Tia Shabazz
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Contact e-mail address: http://www.Blackwriters.org

Algonkian Workshops and Conferences

Algonkian employs superior method, materials, and faculty to produce the most realistic and rewarding workshops for aspiring authors. Focus on craft and market.

Mailing address:
2020 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, #443
Washington, DC 20006
Phone number: 703-403-4280
Fax number: 703-468-4587
E-mail address: algonkian@webdelsol.com
Website: http://webdelsol.com/Algonkian
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Annual conference: Yes, more than ten per year.
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Contact name: Michael Neff
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Algonkian Workshops and Conferences

Algonkian employs superior method, materials, and faculty to produce the most realistic and rewarding workshops for aspiring authors. Focus on craft and market.

Mailing address:
2020 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, #443
Washington, DC 20006
Phone number: 703-403-4280
Fax number: 703-468-4587
E-mail address: algonkian@webdelsol.com
Website: http://webdelsol.com/Algonkian
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Annual conference: Yes, more than ten per year.
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Contact name: Michael Neff
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American Society of Journalists & Authors

The nation's oldest independent professional nonfiction writers association. Members have met ASJA's rigorous standards of professional achievement. Offers benefits, confidential networking and advocacy.

Mailing address:
1501 Broadway, Suite 302
New York, NY 10036
Phone number: 212-997-0947
Fax number: 212-768-7414
E-mail address: execdir@asja.org
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Annual dues: $195
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 05/03/2003
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Contact name: Brett Harvey, Executive Director
Contact phone number: 212-997-0947
Contact fax number: 212-768-7414
Contact e-mail address: execdir@asja.org

American Society of Writers

The ASW is celebrating 30 years of providing counsel, motivation and service to writers in all genres. The ASW is the first writer's organization to welcome all writers, published and unpublished, including, in every genre. Membership includes the ASW bulletin, a professional cirtique service, photo I.D. press cards for wallet and automobile, contests, grants and awards, and access to the ASW Literary Agency and the ASW's affiliated publishing house, Pageant Publishing Co.

Mailing address:
PO Box 38
Owls Head, NY 12969-0038
Phone number: (518) 483-1789
Fax number: (518) 483-1789
E-mail address: rshelley@westelcom.com
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Meeting time: Weekly throughout the year
Meeting place: ASW Conference Center and Writers Retreat
Annual dues: $75.00
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 09/26/2002
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Contact name: Robert Shelley, Ph.D.
Contact phone number: (518) 483-1789
Contact fax number: (518) 483-1789
Contact e-mail address: rshelley@westelcom.com

Arkansas Writers Association

A professional organization established to promote the literature and work of Arkansas authors of all mediums, and link writers to writing organizations, conferences, and publishers. The Arkansas Writers Association offers a variety of services to people who write, illustrate, contribute photographs, or share a vital interest in Arkansas literature of all mediums. The AWA website acts as a network for the exchange of knowledge between authors, writers, illustrators, photographers, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, bookstore personnel and others involved with Arkansas literature and works. The AWA website also serves as a reservoir of information for readers worldwide.

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Authors of the Flathead

A writer's group to help writers

Mailing address:
PO Box 7711
Kalispell, MT 59901
Phone number: 406 881-4066
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E-mail address: info@authorsoftheflathead.com
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Meeting time: 7 pm
Meeting place: Flathead Valley Community College
Annual dues: $25.00
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 10/01/2005
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Baltimore Area Christian Writers

Resources, and seminar training for aspiring writers. Coaching support for mid-level writers. Critique group opportunities.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 47182
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
Phone number: 443-622-4907
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E-mail address: acwritersgroup@aol.com
Website: www.writersinthemarketplace.org
Meeting time: 9 a.m.
Meeting place: Owings Mills, MD
Annual dues: $25.00
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 03/29/2009
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Contact name: Theresa Wilson
Contact phone number: 443.622.4907
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Contact e-mail address: acwritersgroup@aol.com

CAMBRIDGE WRITERS

4 meetings monthly: short scripts, novels, poetry, general meeting. Newsletter, competitions, workshops, social events including SEMINAR AT GIRTON COLLEGE with Helen Dunmore; Andrea Newman, Sophie Hannah; Jeremy Seal; Midland Exposure (story agents) & Sally Cline.

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Contact e-mail address: http://www.benison-writer.com

Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference

For Poets With a Book-Length Manuscript: first conference to provide the faculty, connections, and method necessary to set poets with a completed or in-process manuscript on a path towards publication.

Mailing address:
40 Stow Street
concord, Ma 01742
Phone number: 978-897-0054
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E-mail address: conferences@colrainpoetry.com
Website: http://www.colrainpoetry.com
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Start conference date: 01/16/2009
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Contact name: Joan Houlihan
Contact phone number: 978-897-0054
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Contact e-mail address: joan@concordpoetry.org

CRAN - The Canadian Romance Authors Network



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DALLAS-FORT WORTH AREA SCREENWRITERS WORKSHOP

For six years, veteran author and ex-MGM screenwriter Harry Preston has been helping writers at a free screenwriting workshop every Friday night at his home in Garland. Scripts are read out and critiqued, and constructive comments given. Among the regulars have been four screenwriters who have won national screenplay contests.

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Contact e-mail address: http://rampages.onramp.net/~preston8

DFW Writer's Workshop

OFFERS A FRIENDLY AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR WRITERS IN ALL GENRES AND EXPERIENCE LEVELS.

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Euless, Texas 76040
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E-mail address: www.dfwrite.org
Website: www.dfwrite.org
Meeting time: Wednesdays every month @ 7 pm
Meeting place: Ruth Millican Center, 201 South Cullum Dr
Annual dues: $100.00
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 05/01/2009
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DFW Writers Workshop, Dallas/Fort Worth

This outstanding reading and critique group is open to all who are interested in writing. Members have produced a total of 109 works, including 105 published books, two audio tapes and two CD-ROMs within less than a decade. In 1996 alone, 24 books have been published. This success record includes 33 authors and 38 publishers. Editors and literary agents frequently provide seminars and private interviews to members.

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Euless, Texas
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East Texas Writers Association

The only writers group in East Texas encompassing all genres and all levels of experience. We also sponsor annual contests and periodic conferences.

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Longview, Texas
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Meeting time: second Friday of each month at 7pm
Meeting place: Garden Grill on the corner of Loop 281 and Hwy 300
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Contact name: Bill Anderson
Contact phone number: (903)643-3488.
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East Texas Writers Association

The only writers association in East Texas that emcompasses all genres and all levels of experience.

Mailing address:
NI-21B, Lake Cherokee
Longview, TX 75603
Phone number: 903-643-3488
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E-mail address: billga1@msn.com
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Meeting time: 7 PM
Meeting place: Casa Ole on Spur 63 in Longview
Annual dues: $20
Annual conference: occasional
Start conference date: 01/16/2008
End conference date: 01/18/2008

Contact name: Bill Anderson
Contact phone number: 903-643-3488
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East Texas Writers Guild



Mailing address:
PO Box 4597
Tyler, TX 75712
Phone number: 903-876-2150
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Florida Writers Assn., Inc.

Only state-wide, non-profit organization dedicated to helping writers of all genres and all ages.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 440535
Jacksonville, FL 32222
Phone number: 904-778-7838
Fax number: 904-778-7838
E-mail address: FlaWritersAssn@aol.com
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Meeting time: varies around the state
Meeting place: varies around the state
Annual dues: $35.00 for FL residents
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 10/25/2002
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Contact name: Vicki M. Taylor
Contact phone number: 813-300-5686
Contact fax number: 813-354-3596
Contact e-mail address: fwa@vickimtaylor.com

Garden State Horror Writers

A multi-genre writers organization dedicated to authors of horror, suspense, mystery, science fiction, dark fantasy and other genres. Membership includes the acclaimed monthly newsletter, the New Jersey Graveline. The GSHW also runs a yearly short story contest and offers a huge library of submission guidelines, a critique program, and much more.

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P.O. Box 178
Beverly, New Jersey 08010
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Meeting time: second Saturday of the month
Meeting place: Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan,
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Contact name: John Platt
Contact phone number: 908-754-9454
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Georgia Writers Association

Georgia Writers Association is a statewide organization serving Georgia's diverse literary communities. State-wide affiliates in every genre and various locations in GA.

Mailing address:
English Department #2701 1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone number: 770-420-4736
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E-mail address: lrussel7@kennesaw.edu
Website: www.georgiawriters.org
Meeting time: 2nd Saturday of Every Month
Meeting place: Duluth Library
Annual dues: yes
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Contact name: Lisa M. Russell, Admin.
Contact phone number: 770-420-4736
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Georgia Writers, Inc.



Mailing address:
2633 Foxglove Drive
Marietta, Georgia 30064
Phone number: 770-943-5699
Fax number: 770-943-0325
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Gulf Coast Writers Guild

GCWG is for writers in all genres of fiction, non-fiction, and literary

Mailing address:
6517 Valor Court
Mobile, Alabama 36618
Phone number: 251-344-8213
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E-mail address: scarter@earthlink.net
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Meeting time: 1:30 pm the first Saturday of the month
Meeting place: Moorer-Springhill Branch of Mobile Public Library
Annual dues: $20
Annual conference: No
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Contact name: Susan Carter
Contact phone number: 251-344-8213
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Heartland Romance Authors--A NW Missouri Chapter

HeRA provides education, monthly newsletter, resources and support to the serious writer. We also hold monthly luncheon meeting offering a variety of programs and critique. Our web site features include an extensive Resource Center, detail of Events, Workshop Articles, a Virtual Tour of The Heartland, HeRA Search Center and more.

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P.O. Box 2163
Lee's Summit, MO 64063-7163
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Highlights Foundation

The Highlights Foundation was begun in 1985. We are a public, not-for-profit 501©3 organization. Our mission is to raise the level of the offering of writing and illustrating for children. We offer a variety of programs for writers, from those just getting started to those who are published but wish to hone their skills.

Mailing address:
814 Court Street
Honesdale, PA 18431
Phone number: 570-253-1192
Fax number: 570-253-0179
E-mail address: contact@highlightsfoundation.org
Website: www.HighlightsFoundation.org
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Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 07/14/2007
End conference date: 12/04/2007

Contact name: Kent Brown
Contact phone number: 570-253-1192
Contact fax number: 570-253-0179
Contact e-mail address: KLBrown@HighlightsFoundation.org

Houston Writers League

The Houston Writers League was established to provide a professional atmosphere for serious writers, from the multi-published to the still aspiring.To accomplish our goals we conduct regular meetings with knowledgeable guest speakers, sponsor programs, seminars and conferences, participate in community outreach projects that promote writing and literacy.

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P. O. Box 742683
Houston, Texas 77274-2683
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Meeting time: 2nd Thursday of each month from 7 PM to 9 PM
Meeting place: History of Printing Museum
Annual dues: $30 for individual; $40 for Family
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Independent Writers Of Southern California

IWOSC is the region's leading service and support organization for professional,self-employed writers. IWOSC focuses on the business of writing, with regular educational meetings, a newsletter, special events, help with mediating grievances, and a job referral service.

Mailing address:
PO Box 34279
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Phone number: (877) 79-WRITE
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E-mail address: info@iwosc.org
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Meeting time: fourth Monday of the month, at 7 P.M
Meeting place: Veterans Memorial Auditorium
Annual dues: $110 new members, $75 returning members
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Contact name: Susan Carrier
Contact phone number: 877/79-WRITE
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International Women's Writing Guild

A network for personal and professional empowerment through writing. No portfolio necessary. It has established a remarkable record of achievement in the publishing world, as well as in circles where lifelong learning and personal transformation are valued for their own sake. Members receive the bimonthly 32-page Network journal.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 810, Gracie Sta.
New York, NY 10028
Phone number: (212) 737-7536
Fax number: (212) 737-9469
E-mail address: iwwg@iwwg.org
Website: www.iwwg.org
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Annual dues: $45
Annual conference: yes (many)
Start conference date: 02/24/2007
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Contact name: Hannelore Hahn
Contact phone number: (212) 737-7536
Contact fax number: (212) 737-9469
Contact e-mail address: www.iwwg.org

La Muse - Writers' & Artists' Retreat

La Muse is the perfect location for writers? and artists? retreats. Close enough to Languedoc's many attractions it is still remote enough to be a wonderful environment to work. What we offer is incomparable: green hills across the valley from a bright, clean, comfortable room and a long-term, affordable stay

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1 Rue de la Place
Labastide Esparbairenque, France 11380
Phone number: +33 (0)4 68 26 33 93
Fax number: +33 (0)4 68 26 33 93
E-mail address: getaway@lamuseinn.com
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Maine Christian Writer's Association

An organization recently formed for the purpose of assisting writers of Christian material to become published.

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Metro Detroit Literary Collective

MDLC exists to promote, support, educate and provide resources for aspiring writers and poets. MDLC also works to develop literacy programs that will help in the community.

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PO BOX 70834
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Phone number: 877-288-6174
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E-mail address: mdlcollective@yahoo.com
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Annual dues: free
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 08/26/2005
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Contact name: Sheri Brooks
Contact phone number: 248-763-2254
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metro detroit literary collective

A group that focuses on the craft and business of writing as well as assisting artists in their career endeavors, by promoting, educating, and strengthening the literary community through networking events, bookfairs and conferences. Advocates of literacy in the community. Host of annual writers conference and banquet.

Mailing address:
po box 70834
rochester hills, mi 48307
Phone number: 248-763-2254
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E-mail address: metrodetroitliterarycollective@mllbnetwork.com
Website: www.mdlc.mllbnetwork.com
Meeting time: 3rd Saturdays 12:30p
Meeting place: Southfield Public Library
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Start conference date: 10/27/2006
End conference date: 10/27/2006

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Missouri Writers' Guild

The Missouri Writers' Guild is the statewide organization for professional writers in all genres.

Mailing address:
50 Plaza Way
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Phone number: 876-651-0326
Fax number: 876-651-0326
E-mail address: preseident@missouriwritersguild.org
Website: missouriwritersguild.org
Meeting time: regional chapters meet weekly or biweekly
Meeting place: throughout the state
Annual dues: varies
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 04/03/2009
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Contact name: President
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Mystery Writers of America

Our chapter offers programs, information, and networking for published and aspiring mystery/suspense writers living in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma. We hope you'll find information here that's helpful to you.

Mailing address:
Southwest Chapter
Houston, TX 12345
Phone number: 713.797.8464
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E-mail address: info@mwasw.org
Website: www.mwasw.org
Meeting time: Third Saturday of the month
Meeting place: Doubletree on Westheimer in Houston
Annual dues: yes
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 06/15/2007
End conference date: 12/04/2007

Contact name: MWASW hotline
Contact phone number: 713-797-8464
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National Association of Women Writers

Where Women Unite To Write

Mailing address:
PO BOX 183812
Arlington, TX 76096
Phone number: 866-821-5829
Fax number: 866-821-5829
E-mail address: naww@onebox.com
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Annual dues: $55(US)/$65(Outside US)
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 02/22/2003
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Contact name: Sheri' McConnell, MAOM
Contact phone number: 866-821-5829
Contact fax number: 866-821-5829
Contact e-mail address: naww@onebox.com

National Writers Association

Celebrating its 60th year of serving writers.

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1450 S. Havana, Ste. 424
Aurora, Colorado 80012
Phone number: (303) 751-7844
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National Writers Union

If you need a brief description -- The National Writers Union is the only U.S. trade union for freelance and contract writers. We offer contract advice, grievance resolution, health & dental plans, member education, Job Hotline, and networking. Employers list contract and freelance jobs for free and deal directly with writers.

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337-17th Street
Oakland, California 94612
Phone number: 510-839-6092
Fax number: 510-839-6097
E-mail address: hotline@nwu.org
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Contact name: Kenya Briggs
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North America Center for African Writers

The creation, development, publication & dissemination of African literature and writers

Mailing address:
9900 Greenbelt Road, Suite E, # 181
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone number: 301-794-6079
Fax number: 301-794-6079
E-mail address: desk@nacaw.org
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Meeting time: Monthly
Meeting place: Prince George's County Library Systems
Annual dues: $20
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 11/30/2004
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Contact name: Elvis Gbanabom Hallowell
Contact phone number: 301-794-6079
Contact fax number: 301-794-6079
Contact e-mail address: desk@nacaw.org

North Texas Professional Writers Association



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P O Box 563
Bedford, Texas 76095-0563
Phone number: 817-498-7870 (metro)
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North Texas Professional Writers Association



Mailing address:
P O Box 563
Bedford, TX 76095
Phone number: 817-498-7870
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E-mail address: ntpwa@tdmckinney.com
Website: www.ntpwa.org
Meeting time: 7pm each Thursday
Meeting place: Boys Ranch, Bedford TX
Annual dues: $100
Annual conference: No
Start conference date: 02/05/2007
End conference date: 02/05/2008

Contact name: Elaine Lanmon
Contact phone number: 817-498-7870
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Northeast Texas Writers\' Organization (NETWO)

All genres, all levels of writers. Annual Conference, monthly meetings & critique sessions & periodic workshops.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 411
Winfield, Texas 75493
Phone number: 903-365-7498
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E-mail address: netwomail@netwo.org
Website: www.netwo.org
Meeting time: 2nd Thursday of each month
Meeting place: Western Sizzlin\', Mt. Pleasant
Annual dues: $20
Annual conference: Yes, for 23 years.
Start conference date: 04/23/2010
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Contact name: Jim Callan
Contact phone number: 903-365-7498
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Odyssey

A six week intensive writing workshop run by World Fantasy Award winner Jeanne Cavelos. Guest lecturers for 2002 include Charles de Lint, Elizabeth Hand, R. A. Salvatore and others.

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20 Levesque Lane
Mont Vernon, NH 03057
Phone number: 603-673-6234
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Meeting place: Manchester, New Hampshire
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Start conference date: 06/19/2002
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Oklahoma Writer's Federation, Inc.

OWFI is a multi-genre writers? organization with 32 affiliate groups from Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas and Kansas, plus more than one hundred members-at-large. With a total of over 600 members, we hold one of the oldest and most respected writers? conferences in the Midwest.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 2654
Stillwater, OK 74076
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E-mail address: owfinews@cox.net
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Meeting time: Quarterly meeting 1:00 p.m.
Meeting place: Embassy Suites Hotel
Annual dues: Affiliate members, $15 before Nov. 30 and $20 afte
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 04/30/2004
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Contact name: Moira K. Wiley, President
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Contact e-mail address: wileykat@cox.net

Omaha NightWriters

The Omaha NightWriters are writers of every genre - from non-fiction to mystery novels. Our members also write screen plays, stage plays, science fiction and romance novels. We have a guest speaker at each monthly meeting (except December). We also offer a free critique workshop where you can read your articles, query letters, book chapters, short stories, etc. and receive advice on how to improve your writing.

Mailing address:
9128 Timberline Drive
Omaha, NE 68152
Phone number: 402-203-0684
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E-mail address: linda@doctorvar.com
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Meeting time: 3rd Monday each month from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Meeting place: Oakview Barnes & Noble
Annual dues: Free
Annual conference: No
Start conference date: 05/17/2004
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Contact name: Linda Christie
Contact phone number: 402-203-0684
Contact fax number:
Contact e-mail address: linda@doctorvar.com

Online Writing Workshop for Science Fiction, Fanta

Web-based workshop for aspiring SF, fantasy and horror writers of all levels. Submit a story or chapters for critique, get reviews, hone your critiquing skills, and more.

Mailing address:
19 Berkshire Ridge Road
Canaan, NY 12029-2900
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E-mail address: ellen@onlinewritingworkshop.com
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Ozarks Writers League

Workshops and speakers about writing.

Mailing address:
2731 Cumberland
St. Charles, MO 63303
Phone number: 636-928-2212
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E-mail address: LouTurn@aol.com
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Meeting time: quarterly
Meeting place: College of the Ozarks, Branson, Mo.
Annual dues: $15
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 08/20/2005
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Contact name: Lou Turner
Contact phone number: 636-928-2212
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Contact e-mail address: LouTurn@aol.com

Ozarks Writers League

Guest speakers include agents, editors and authors.

Mailing address:
P. O. Box 9076
Fayetteville, AR 72703-0018
Phone number: 870-448-2499
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E-mail address: jeanie@ozarkisp.net
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Meeting time: Third Saturday in Feb, May, Aug, Nov.
Meeting place: College of the Ozarks near Branson, MO
Annual dues: $15
Annual conference: 4 per year
Start conference date: 02/18/2006
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Contact name: Jeanie Horn
Contact phone number: 870-448-2499
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Contact e-mail address: jeanie@ozarkisp.net

Pennwriters

Pennwriters Goals * Promote excellence in writing; * Help aspiring authors learn how to become published via traditional, professional venues; * Advance the careers of published writers; * Facilitate professional networking between members and representatives of the traditional publishing industry; * Act as a liaison between authors and booksellers.

Mailing address:
8915 Harper Point Drive
Cincinnatti, OH 45249
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Website: Pennwriters.org
Meeting time: varies by area
Meeting place: varies by area
Annual dues: $55 new $45 renewal
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 05/15/2009
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Contact name: Lisa Kastner
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Contact e-mail address: president@pennwriters.org

PLAYWRIGHTS CIRCLE

We are a group of actors, writers and theatre lovers who meet to develop new work through script-in-hand readings.

Mailing address:
44 Somerset Drive North
Great Neck, New York 11020
Phone number: 516/773-0911
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E-mail address: robin@lovecoach.com
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Meeting time: Twice/month, Wednesday, 7:30PM
Meeting place: Sterling Glen, 96 Cutter Mill Road, Great Neck, NY
Annual dues: None
Annual conference: No
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Contact name: Robin Gorman Newman
Contact phone number: 516/773-0911
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Contact e-mail address: robin@lovecoach.com

Poets' and Writers' League of Greater Cleveland

Non-profit literary organization providing classes, workshops, discussions, events calendars, magazine and more to the arts community.

Mailing address:
12200 Fairhill Rd. #3A
Cleveland, OH 44120
Phone number: 216.421.0403
Fax number: 216.421.0403
E-mail address: pwlgc@yahoo.com
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Annual dues: $25
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Contact name: Joanna Carman
Contact phone number: 216.421.0403
Contact fax number: 216.421.0403
Contact e-mail address: pwlgccalendar@yahoo.com

Society of Southwestern Authors

Established in 1972 to promote and encourage persons seeking to become published writers. Holds annual conferences and writing contests, scholarship and mentor programs

Mailing address:
PO Box 30355
Tucson, Arizona 85751-0355
Phone number: 520-296-5299
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E-mail address: wporter202@aol.com
Website: www.ssa-az.org
Meeting time: 3rd Sunday of every month except September
Meeting place: Sheraton Four Points
Annual dues: Initial membership $25; annual dues $25.00
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 09/15/2007
End conference date: 09/15/2007

Contact name: Penny Porter
Contact phone number: 520-546-9382
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Contact e-mail address: wporter202@aol.com

Southern Tier Authors of Romance

A chapter of RWA(tm), providing an encouraging environment for local writers of romance to develp their writing skills and exchange information about the publishing industry. We support published, both electronically and traditionally, and unpublished writers.

Mailing address:
P.O Box 496
Endicott, NY 13761-0496
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E-mail address: starchapter@yahoo.com
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Meeting time: 6 pm
Meeting place: Tioga County Office Building
Annual dues: $25 plus membership fee for national organization
Annual conference: No
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Contact name: Sandra Stephens
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SouthWest Writers

Using outreach, education, and networking, SWW encourages, supports, and inspires all people to express themselves creatively through the written word. SWW offers workshops, professional critique services, several genre conferences, writing contests, and a monthly newsletter packed full of information on publishers, editors, and agents.

Mailing address:
3721 Morris St NE, Suite A
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87111
Phone number: 505-265-9485
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E-mail address: contactus@southwestwriters.com
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Meeting time: First Saturdays at 10:00 am; Third Tuesdays at 7:0
Meeting place: 5540 Eubank NE, Albuquerque
Annual dues: $60
Annual conference: No
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Contact name: Lori Johnson
Contact phone number: 505-265-9485
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Contact e-mail address: contactus@southwestwriters.com

SPAWN: the Small Publishers, Artists, and Writers

A young, expanding organization with monthly meetings in Southern California.

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Tallahassee Writers' Association

A 501(c)(3) non-profit association serving the needs of novice and professional writers in the North Florida literary community. Sponors monthly programs, annual workshops and writing contests and publication support.

Mailing address:
PO Box 38328
Tallahassee, FL 32315-8328
Phone number: (850) 668-2529
Fax number: not avail
E-mail address: gtimin@unr.net
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Meeting time: monthly, 4th Thursday
Meeting place: Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe, Tallaha
Annual dues: $30
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 05/08/2004
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Contact name: Ted Simmons
Contact phone number: (850) 894-6181
Contact fax number: not avail
Contact e-mail address: TxnTed@aol.com

The Asian American Writers' Workshop

The Asian American Writers’ Workshop is a national not-for-profit arts organization devoted to the creating, publishing, developing and disseminating of creative writing by Asian Americans.

Mailing address:
16 West 32nd Street #10A
New York, New York 10001
Phone number: 212-494-0061
Fax number: 212-494-0062
E-mail address: desk@aaww.org
Website: http://www.aaww.org
Meeting time: Tues. - Fri. 12pm - 7 pm
Meeting place: The Workshop
Annual dues: $25 (students), $55 (orgs), $100 (bookworms)
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The Final Twist

The Final Twist is the Houston Chapter of Sisters in Crime

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Houston, Texas
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Meeting time: 10:30 AM
Meeting place: Barnes & Noble Deerbrook Mall
Annual dues: $30
Annual conference: TBA
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Contact name: Diana Driver
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The Fort Bend Writers Guild

The Fort Bend Writers Guild seeks to promote professional development and advance the writing careers of its members through regular meetings, critique sessions, monthly newsletters, and writting competitions.

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Sugarland, Texas
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E-mail address: rapdunit@aol.com
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Meeting time: each Tuesday
Meeting place: Barnes & Nobel, 2545 Town Center Blvd, Sugarland,
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Contact name: Roger Paulding
Contact phone number: 281/498-5025
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Contact e-mail address: http://fortbendwritersguild.tripod.com

The Loft Literary Center

The mission of the Loft is to foster a writing community, the artistic development of individual writers, and an audience for literature. The Loft is the nation's largest and most comprehensive literary center, offering programs and services for readers and writers.

Mailing address:
1011 Washington Ave. South, Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phone number: 612-215-2575
Fax number: 612-215-2576
E-mail address: loft@loft.org
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Contact name: Sarah Caflisch
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The Online Writing Workshop for Romance

Web-based workshop for aspiring romance writers of all levels and all subgenres. Submit a story or chapters for critique, get reviews, hone your critiquing skills, and more.

Mailing address:
19 Berkshire Ridge Road
Canaan, NY 12029-2900
Phone number: 518 781 0465
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E-mail address: ellen@onlinewritingworkshop.com
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Annual dues: $49
Annual conference: no
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Contact name: Support Staff
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Contact e-mail address: support@romance.onlinewritingworkshop.com

The Quill Writers' & Artists' Guild



Mailing address:
PO Box 6396
Texarkana, Texas 75505-6386
Phone number: (903) 838-5263
Fax number: (903) 838-5311
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The Writer's Connection



Mailing address:
Box 5163
Taos, New Mexico 87571
Phone number: (505) 751-DOVE
Fax number: V-mail: (505) 751-STAR
E-mail address: linda@laplaza.org
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Contact e-mail address: http://www.authorlink.com/sonnapg.html

The Writer's Garret

Classes, workshops, seminars and panels on creative writing,

Mailing address:
6402 Abrams Road
Dallas, Texas 75231
Phone number: (214) 828-1750
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The Writers Group of Fort Worth

Members join because we offer a casual, positive atmosphere while giving honest evaluations about the quality and marketability of each manuscript.

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Forth Worth, Texas
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Meeting time: first and third Wednesdays of each month; 7 p.m.
Meeting place: Hillside-Memorial Christian Church (I-35W @ Alta M
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Contact name: Robin Weaver
Contact phone number: (817) 297-3335
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The Writers' Guild of Central Louisiana

The Writers' Guild of Central Louisiana seeks to serve eleven parishes as an umbrella organization for groups of writers and writers of all genres. It sponsors public readings, publishes both a quarterly newsletter (The Word Is) and a semi-annual anthology (First Light), features workshops, and occasionally hosts a large two day conference.

Mailing address:
1705 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, Louisiana 71301
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E-mail address: admin@wgcla.cjb.net
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Meeting time: 7:00 P.M., last Thursday of each month
Meeting place: As announced
Annual dues: $25; $15 students
Annual conference: no
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The Writers' Retreat

Year-round retreat providing residency, private mentoring, workshops for writers intending to publish or produce their work.

Mailing address:
15 Canusa Street
Stanstead, Quebec, Canada J0B 3E5
Phone number: (819) 876-2065
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E-mail address: info@writersretreat.com
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Contact name: Micheline Cote
Contact phone number: (819) 876-2065
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UCLA Extension Writers' Program

As the largest and most comprehensive continuing education writing program in the United States, the UCLA Extension Writers' Program is committed to providing the highest quality writing courses possible to a broad-based and culturally diverse community. We offer an extraordinary variety of on-site and online courses (over 550 annually), as well as certificate programs, script and manuscript consultations, and a screenplay competition to meet the needs of our students. Adult learners study with professional screenwriters, fiction writers, playwrights, poets, nonfiction writers, and writers of children's literature who bring practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and a wide variety of teaching styles and philosophies to their classrooms.

Mailing address:
10995 Le Conte Ave. Suite 440
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Phone number: (310) 825-9415
Fax number: (310) 206-7382
E-mail address: writers@uclaextension.edu
Website: www.uclaextension.edu/writers
Meeting time: evenings, weekends,
Meeting place: online & onsite (los angeles area)
Annual dues: pay per course
Annual conference: Yes
Start conference date: 02/05/2009
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Contact name: Gabrielle Stephens
Contact phone number: (310) 794-1846
Contact fax number: (310) 206-7382
Contact e-mail address: gstephens@uclaextension.edu

Whidbey Island Writers Association

The Whidbey Island Writers Association creates and supports an extended community of established and aspiring writers by providing communication, encouragement and access to professional literary resources. It sponsors a Master of Fine Arts program, an annual conference, contests, workshops and many other writing events.

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 1289
Langleys, WA 98260
Phone number: 360-331-6714
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E-mail address: wiwa@whidbey.com
Website: http://www.writeonwhidbey.org/
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Meeting place: Whidbey Island
Annual dues: $20
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 08/17/2006
End conference date: 08/20/2006

Contact name: Erika Sanders
Contact phone number: 360-331-6714
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Contact e-mail address: wiwa@whidbey.com

Women Writers Worldwide

An online resource for all writers, but focusing on women writers' issues. Offers opportunity for professional level membership with free listing and discounted web page. Two annual writing competitions in essay and Halloween fiction. A women-helping-women site! (With a little help from the guys.)

Mailing address:
5663 Balboa Ave. #383
San Diego, CA 92111-2705
Phone number: 858 292 5288
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E-mail address: write@womenwritersworldwide.com
Website: http://www.womenwritersworldwide.com
Meeting time: Online
Meeting place: Online
Annual dues: $24-$48
Annual conference: In past, yes--to be restored soon.
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Contact name: LinDee Rochelle
Contact phone number: 858 292 5288
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Contact e-mail address: lindee@lrochelle.com

World Fellowship Center, a secular family resort

Marge Piercy, novelist and poet, will be writer in residence, giving workshops and reading. Workshop centers on fiction, but poets and non-fiction writers are full participants. Four sets of sessions to accommodate a variety of interests. Participants attend whatever they wish. Individual meetings available. All participants invited to read. Relaxed.

Mailing address:
21 Aviation Road
Albany, NY 12205
Phone number: (603) 447-2280
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E-mail address: workshop@whyitsgreat.com
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Meeting time: Sunday, July 24 through Thursday, July 28.
Meeting place: White Mountains, New Hampshire
Annual dues: $145 fee + $42-81 per day room & board
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 07/24/2005
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Contact name: David Vigoda
Contact phone number: (800) 720-1170
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Contact e-mail address: workshop@whyitsgreat.com

World Fellowship Center, a secular family resort

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Mailing address:
21 Aviation Road
Albany, NY 12205
Phone number: (518) 453-0890
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E-mail address: workshop@whyitsgreat.com
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Meeting time: Sunday evening, July 16 through Friday morning, Ju
Meeting place: Conway (White Mountains), New Hampshire
Annual dues: $185 fee + $38-84/day room & board
Annual conference: yes
Start conference date: 07/16/2006
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Contact name: David Vigoda
Contact phone number: (518) 453-0890
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Contact e-mail address: workshop@whyitsgreat.com

Writers' Group of the Southern California Mountain

Regular activities include the reading of new material, constructive feedback, goal setting for the next week, and more. For guidelines and special activities: http://www.arkanimals.com/Writer/writerindx.htm

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E-mail address: writersgroup@ix.netcom.com
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Meeting time: every Friday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Meeting place: Big Bear Lake, California
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Contact name: Diana Guerrero
Contact phone number: 760.875.6874 or 800.818.7387
Contact fax number: same as above
Contact e-mail address: writersgroup@ix.netcom.com

Writers' Guild of Central Louisiana

Created to promote the development of regional writers in all genres, the Writers' Guild serves as an umbrella organization for writers and writers' groups throughout central Louisiana. In existence since 2000, it has sponsored numerous public readings, offers a Young Writers' Guild, publishes a quarterly newsletter (The Writers' Guild Gazette), and produced a two-day conference in 2001 in Alexandria.

Mailing address:
1803 Polk Avenue
Alexandria, Louisiana 71301
Phone number: (318)473-9153
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E-mail address: writetheguild@aol.com
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Meeting time: 6:00 P.M., last Thursday of each month
Meeting place: As announced
Annual dues: $25; $15 students
Annual conference: no
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Contact name: Patti Powell, President
Contact phone number: (318)473-9153
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Contact e-mail address: writetheguild@aol.com

Writers' League of Texas

Open to anyone interested in writing. The Austin Writers' League is the largest regional writing organization in Texas and the second largest in the nation. Its' 1600 members range in age from 8 to102. Whatever your interest--poetry, fiction, journalism, humor, academic, technical, business, advertising, public relations, juvenile, screen writing--you'll find support and information here.

Mailing address:
1501 W.Fifth St., Ste E-2
Austin, Texas 78703
Phone number: (512) 499-8914
Fax number: (512) 499-0441
E-mail address: sally@writersleague.org
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Meeting time: third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Meeting place: Calico Books, 25 N. Court Square, Brownsville, Ten
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Contact name: Calico Books
Contact phone number: 901-772-2272
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Contact e-mail address: calicobk@aeneas.net

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