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American Society of Journalists &
Authors, Inc.
1501 Broadway, Suite 302
New York, NY 10036
212-997-0947
Founded in 1948, the American Society of
Journalists and Authors is the nation's leading organization of
independent nonfiction writers. Our membership consists of more than
1,000 outstanding freelance writers of magazine articles, trade books,
and many other forms of nonfiction writing, each of whom has met ASJA's
exacting standards of professional achievement.
Association of Authors
Representatives
10 Astor Place 3rd Floor
New York NY 10003
212-353-3709
The Association of Authors' Representatives, Inc.
(AAR) is a not-for-profit organization of independent literary and
dramatic agents.
The Authors Guild
330 W. 42nd Street, 29th Floor
New York, NY 10036
212-563-5904
Purpose of Organization:To assist
author's with the business and legal aspects of their work. They can
help with contract problems and copyright matters. Membership includes
subscription to quarterly newsletter. Members must have been published
within the last 7 years by an established American publisher or have
had 3 works published in a magazine(s) of general circulation within
the last 18 mos. Associate Members must have a firm contract offer from
an American publisher.
California Writers Club
The California Writers Club is dedicated to
educating both members and the public in the craft of writing and in
the marketing of their work, through public meetings, workshops, and
seminars, as well as the annual conference. There are 12 branches
throughout the state.
Bakersfield Branch
- Writers of Kern
Berkeley
Branch
East Sierra Branch
- Ridge Writers (Ridgecrest area)
High
Desert Branch (Victorville area)
Mount Diablo
Branch (Concord area)
Peninsula Branch
(San Francisco area)
Redwood
Branch (Santa Rosa area)
Sacramento Branch
San
Fernando Valley Branch
South
Bay Branch (San Jose area)
Marin
County Branch
Inland
Empire Branch (San Bernardino)
Education Writers Association
1331 H. NW Suite 307
Washington DC 20036
202-637-9700
The Education Writers Association (EWA) is the
national professional organization of education reporters. EWA was
organized in 1947 by a group of newspaper reporters with the intent of
improving education reporting to the public.
Editorial Freelancers Association
71 W. 23rd St. Suite 1504
New York, NY 10010
212-929-5400
International Association of Crime
Writers
JAF Box 1500
New York NY 10116
212-757-3915
International Women's Writing Guild
Box 10 Gracie Station
New York NY 10028-0082
212-737-7536
The International Women's Writing Guild, founded
in 1976, is a network for the personal and professional empowerment of
women through writing. As such, it has established a remarkable record
of achievement in the publishing world, as well as in circles where
life-long learning and personal transformation are valued for their own
sake.
Mystery Writers of America
17 E. 47th Street, 6th Floor
New York NY 10017
212-888-8171
Mystery Writers of America, Inc., is the premier
organization for mystery writers and other professionals in the mystery
field. MWA watches developments in legislation and tax law, sponsors
symposia and mystery conferences, presents the Edgar Awards, and
provides information for mystery writers. Membership in MWA is open to
published authors, editors, screenwriters, and other professionals in
the field.
National Writers Association
1450 S. Havana, Suite 424
Aurora, CO 80012
303-751-7844
Since 1937, the National Writers Association has
helped writers: find work, review contracts, find agents and publishing
outlets for their work, benefit from networking, and express a voice in
publishing.
National Writers Union
873 Broadway Suite 203
New York NY 10003
212-254-0279
The National Writers Union (NWU) is the trade
union for freelance writers of all genres who work for American
publishers or employers. We are committed to improving the economic and
working conditions of freelance writers through the collective strength
of our 6500 members in 17 local chapters throughout the country.
PEN American Center
568 Broadway
New York NY 10012
212-334-16600
PEN American Center, the largest of nearly 130
Centers worldwide that compose International PEN, is a membership
association of prominent literary writers and editors. As a major voice
of the literary community the organization seeks to defend the freedom
of expression wherever it may be threatened, and promote and encourage
the recognition and reading of contemporary literature.
Poetry Society of America
15 Grammercy Park
New York NY 10003
212-254-9628
Whether you write poetry, read poetry, or simply
want to widen your literary horizons, the Poetry Society of America has
readings, seminars, and competitions intended to challenge and inspire.
Romance Writers Association
13700 Veterans Memorial Dr. Suite 315
Houston, TX 77014
713-440-6885
RWA provides its members with the opportunity to
share experiences with other writers, to gain insights into publishing,
as well as the art and craft of writing, and to meet industry
professionals.
Science Fiction Writers of America
Suite 1B, 5 Winding Brook Road
Guildarland NY 12084
518-869-5361
SFWA(SM) has brought together the most successful
and daring writers of speculative fiction throughout the world, and has
grown in numbers and influence until it is now widely recognized as one
of the most effective non-profit writers' organizations in existence.
Over 1200 sf and fantasy writers, artists, editors, and allied
professionals are members. Each year we present the prestigious Nebula
Awards; for the sf or fantasy best short story, novelette, novella,
and novel of the year.
Society of American
Travel Writers
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-787-5181
Society of Children's Book Writers and
Illustrators
22736 Van Owen Street Suite 106
West Hills CA 91307
818-888-8760
SCBWI provides workshops and
conferences, and has local chapters all across the U.S. The annual
membership fee includes a monthly newsletter with market updates at no
additional cost. This club is open to anyone with an interest in
writing or illustrating for children. There are two membership
levels--'Full Membership' for members with at least one published work
in children's literature and 'Associate Member' for all others.
Women in Communications
Suite 4172101 Wilson Blvd
Arlington VA 22201
The Association for Women in
Communications is the one organization that recognizes the complex
relationships that exist across communications disciplines. Modern
communicators must demonstrate competence in varied disciplines and be
able to network and make career moves across the broad spectrum of
communications fields.
Writers Guild of America
555 W. 57th St.
New York NY 10019
212-767-7800
The WGAw represents writers in the motion picture,
broadcast, cable and new media industries.
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