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Canada

Canada Council for the Arts Canada Council programs to support writers.

Canadian Authors Association Information and contacts for Canadian authors.

Canadian Science Writers' Association A national alliance of professional science communicators in all media.

Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators and Performers Supports and promotes children's literature through information and programmes for authors.

The Canadian Children's Book Centre Promotes Canadian books and brings their readers and creators together.

The League of Canadian Poets The national association of professional publishing and performing poets in Canada.

Crime Writers of Canada Promotes Canadian crime writing.

SF Canada Canada's National Association for Speculative Fiction Professionals.

Federation of BC Writers Offers a variety of programs and services to its members including professional development, competitions, public reading opportunities, and more.

Writers' Guild of Alberta A provincial arts service organization that represents both professional and emerging writers in Alberta.

Saskatchewan Writers' Guild A province-wide organization representing writers in all disciplines and at all levels of development.

Manitoba Writers' Guild Promotes and advances the art of writing, in all its forms, throughout the province of Manitoba.

PEI Writers' Guild Promotes and organizes courses, workshops, meetings, readings, book launches, etc. for PEI writers.

Writers' Federation of New Brunswick Promotes and encourages the literary arts in New Brunswick.

Writers' Federation of Nova Scotia Fosters creative writing and the profession of writing in Nova Scotia.

Writers' Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador Works to serve the needs of writers and to develop a supportive atmosphere for writing in Newfoundland.

Federation of English Language Writers of Quebec Represents the interests of English language writers living in Quebec, and to promote and encourage our literary arts in the community.

Writers' Guild of Canada A national association representing more than 1,700 screenwriters working in film, television, radio and multimedia production in Canada.

Playwrights Guild of Canada Formerly the Playwrights Union of Canada is a national association of professional and emerging playwrights.

Writers' Union of Canada A national organization which brings writers together for the advancement of their collective interests.

PEN Canada PEN Canada works on behalf of writers, at home and abroad, who have been forced into silence for writing the truth as they see it.

The Word on the Street Vancouver's 12th Annual The Word On The Street brings visitors face to face with our region's vibrant writing and publishing community from 11 am to 6 pm on Sunday, September 24, 2006.

UK

Crime Writers' Association (UK) Based in the UK, the CWA has members in America, Europe and beyond. The CWA promotes the fiction and non-fiction writing ranging from very dark contemporary thrillers to light historical fiction, and includes everything from police procedurals to heavy psychological suspense - not to mention the non-fiction world of true crime and other connected books.

Society of Authors - UK A non-profit organization, founded in 1884, it serves the rights and promotes the interests of authors.

Society of Women Writers and Journalists, UK http://www.swwj.co.uk/ The UK's oldest Society for women writers.

British Society of Comedy Writers A professional organization for writers, authors, devisers and other creators in the light entertainment industry.

Comedy Writers Association U.K. The largest group of independent comedy writers in the UK and an internationally recognized organization with contacts around the world.

UK Writing Organizations, Groups, Circles A resource for writers looking to join a writing group in their area or to contact writers in the UK.

Ireland

Irish Writers Union represents the interests of all Irish writers, whether they were born in Ireland or elsewhere.

Australia

Australian Society of Authors The professional association for Australia's literary creators formed in 1963 to promote and protect the rights of Australia's authors and illustrators.

Fellowship of Australian Writers (Vic) A non-profit voluntary organization bringing together all those interested in writing for professional, cultural and social benefit, and to provide information and advice to them

Northern Territory Writers' Centre An incorporated community arts organization aiming to support and promote NT writers and literature.

Queensland Writers Centre Is part of a dynamic network of writers committed to advancing their writing skills, professional practice and industry knowledge.

Victorian Writers Centre http://www.writers-centre.org/ A not-for-profit organization which assists writers through the various stages of their development.

New Zealand

New Zealand Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers' Association For the promotion of science fiction and fantasy writing in New Zealand.

New Zealand Society of Authors An association of writers working to improve conditions for New Zealand writers.

New Zealand Writers Guild A professional non profit association for writers in the fields of film, television, radio, theatre, video and multi-media.

US

National Writers Union Represents freelance writers in all genres, formats, and media in the US.

Writers Guild of America Promotes the interests of writers of movie, TV, video, radio scripts and in the fields of animation, nonfiction, and comedy-variety programs and more.

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Is the only international organization to offer a variety of services to people who write, illustrate, or share a vital interest in children's literature

Academy of American Poets Founded in 1934 to support American poets at all stages of their careers and to foster the appreciation of contemporary poetry

Poetry Society of America A society that is a local meeting place for poets, and also a center from which a national poetry renaissance can emerge.

American Crime Writers League An important voice in the field of mystery fiction and true crime writing.

Horror Writers Association (HWA) A worldwide organization of writers and publishing professionals dedicated to promoting dark literature and the interests of those who write it.

Mystery Writers of America Is the premier organization for mystery writers, professionals allied to the crime writing field, aspiring crime writers, and those who are devoted to the genre.

Romance Writers of America Is a national non-profit genre writers' association -- the largest of its kind in the world. It provides networking and support to individuals seriously pursuing a career in romance fiction.

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) 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.

Sisters in Crime Is an international organization of readers and writers dedicated to raising awareness of women's contributions to the mystery genre.

Northwest Screenwriters' Guild Is a non-profit screenwriting organization dedicated to helping screenwriters in the Northwest further their craft and
careers.

Cat Writers' Association Is an organization of professionals writing, publishing and broadcasting about cats. Our members include writers, editors, publishers, artists, public relations specialists, broadcasters and others.

International

International Black Writers and Artists, Inc Is devoted to fulfilling the need for information, resources and services locally and abroad to those who value the unique contributions of writers and artists among the Diaspora. Our vision is to expose and recognize writers and artists of color to ensure we are published, read, seen and sought as a viable pool of talent - nationally and internationally.

International Horror Guild Was created in 1995 as a way to recognize the achievements of those who create in the field of horror and dark fantasy.

International Women's Writing Guild Is a network for the personal and professional empowerment of women through writing and open to all regardless of portfolio.

International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY Canada) Is a non-profit organization which represents an international network of people from all over the world who are committed to bringing books and children together.

World Science Fiction Society/ Worldcon http://worldcon.org/ is an unincorporated literary society whose functions include:(1) To choose the recipients of the annual Hugo Awards (Science Fiction Achievement Awards).(2) To choose the locations and committees for the annual World Science Fiction Conventions (Worldcons).

European Science Fiction Society Is an international organization of SF professionals and fans who are committed to promoting Science Fiction in Europe and European Science Fiction worldwide.

Africa

Organization of Women Writers of Africa Is a non-profit literary organization concerned with the development and advancement of the literature of women writers from Africa and its Diaspora.

Local British Columbia Links

Ascent Aspirations Magazine - a publication for aspiring writers in all genres.

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