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» Alaska Writers Homestead 
A site offering Web sites, news and other resources for and about Alaska writers.
http://www.alaskawriters.com
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» American Night Writers Association
To encourage, assist, and motivate its members to write, and if they desire, to publish their work. A network for LDS women interested in writing. Arizona.
http://anwa-lds.com/
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» American Society of Authors and Writers
Authors and writers can meet with editors, publishers, agents, producers, directors, and other media professionals to network on new creative projects
http://amsaw.org
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» Area 4 Pennwriters
A Pennsylvania based multi-genre networking organization for writers. Central Pennsylvania.
http://www.area4pennwriters.org/
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» Art Omi International Arts Center
Hudson Valley New York writers colony offers fellowship awards to writers from all genres. See website for application information. Award consists of room and board.
http://www.artomi.org
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» Association of American Publishers
The AAP, with some 200 members located throughout the United States, is the principal trade association of the book publishing industry.
http://www.publishers.org/
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» Austin Hispanic Writers
Read poetry and short prose by members of Austin Hispanic Writers. Also link to articles from "Voces En Celebracion," the group's quarterly newsletter.
http://www.hyperweb.com/ahw/
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» Authors' Coalition
Authors who came together at the Los Angeles Times' Festival of Books and formed a group to write, promote and support one another successfully.
http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com
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» Bay Area Editors' Forum
California association of freelance and in-house editors, proofreaders, and indexers for book publishing and technical fields.
http://www.editorsforum.org/
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» Black Writers Guild Of Maryland Inc
To publicize our charter, keep members informed, and attract a broader audience by introducing ourselves to the community. Inform visitors about the Guild, share ideas, and organize events and activities.
http://www.blackwritersguild.org
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» Boston Zine Fair
A weekend bringing together zinesters, artists, small presses and other producers of independent media. The conference includes two full days of tabling, an opening night show with live bands and readers, as well as potluck meals throughout the weekend.
http://www.bostonzinefair.org/
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» Boulder Writers Alliance
Nonprofit group for communications professionals, helping members find work and gain skills. Boulder, Colorado, USA.
http://www.bwa.org/
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» CaliforniaAuthors.com
Online literary hub for California authors, writers, publishers, readers and booksellers.
http://www.californiaauthors.com/
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» Cassell Network of Writers
Free how-to tips for serious freelance writers and book authors, news items, referral service for freelance jobs, markets for Network members.
http://www.writers-editors.com
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» Central Indiana Writers Association
Not-for-profit orginiazation of writers and photographers in Indiana ranging from beginners to widely published authors. Attend monthly meetings, workshops, seminars.
http://www.geocities.com/centralindianawritersassociation/
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» Christian Writers Information
Linking freelance Christian authors, writers, and poets to editors in the religious publishing industry. Seattle, Washington.
http://www.christianwritersinfo.net
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» Colorado Authors' League
Denver-based professional writers' organization established in 1931 to support Colorado writers.
http://www.coloradoauthors.org
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» Connecticut Authors and Publishers Association
CAPA's members include aspiring, self-published or published authors, writers, agents, publishers, and other book-industry people who meet at the Tunxis Community College in Farmington CT.
http://www.aboutcapa.com
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» Crossroads Writers
Critique group in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
http://www.crossroadswriters.com/index.html
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» Emerald Coast Writers, Inc.
Non-profit literary organization that serves aspiring and established writers along Florida's Northwest Gulf Coast.
http://www.emeraldcoastwriters.org
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» First Coast Romance Writers
Jacksonville, Florida Chapter 108 of Romance Writers of America. Site features contests, calendar, news, workshops and conference information.
http://www.firstcoastromancewriters.com/
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» Florida Writers Association
Statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to the support and networking of both aspiring and published writers in any genre.
http://www.floridawriters.net/
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» GCWA
Gulf Coast Writers Association, Ft. Myers, Florida, USA.
http://www.gulfwriters.org/
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» Garden State Horror Writers
Manalapan, New Jersey writers group for authors of various genres, with monthly meetings, a critique-by-mail program, guideline and sample copy libraries and national short story contests. Site features news, member spotlight and anthologies.
http://www.gshw.net/
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» Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group
Pennsylvania organization providing support and resources to its members. Information about membership, monthly programs, social activities, conference, and speakers bureau.
http://www.glvwg.org/
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» Gulf Coast Writers Association
Non-profit literary organization established for over 12 years by writers to help fellow writers. We publish our own Quarterly Magazine, which accepts submissions by our members - The Magnolia Quarterly Review .
http://gcwriters.org
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» Heartland Romance Authors
HeRA supports writers in a stages of their career. A Northwest Missouri chapter of the Romance Writers of America.
http://hera.romance-central.com/
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» Heartland Writers Guild
Sponsors of the biennial Heartland Writers Conference, HWG is a not-for-profit multi-genre organization devoted to helping its members market their writing.
http://www.heartlandwriters.org/
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» Hi-Way Haven, A Place for Writers
The Haven offers writing and screenwriting classes, seminars, screenplay analysis, one-to-one coaching, and Special Events for Writers.
http://www.wordsandiego.com/
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» Idaho Writer's League
Open to residents or individuals living within 50 miles of Idaho. Site features history, awards, reading list, announcemtned, calendar, officers and membership application.
http://www.idahowritersleague.com/
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» Indiana Romance Writers of America
Meets monthly in Indianapolis. Site features members only section, news, calendar of events, contests, workshops, newsletter, writing tips and resources, and guestbook.
http://www.indianarwa.com/
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» Inland Empire California Writers Club
Meets once a month. A group of published and actively seeking publication writers. Welcome all levels of writers.
http://www.angelfire.com/amiga/iecwc/
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» Island Writers' Network
A local Writers Group in Hilton Head Island, SC. Site details group history, meetings and roster of published writers.
http://www.jane-hill.us/iwn/iwn/
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» Jackpine Writers' Block
A small literary group, based in northern Minnesota, that gathers once to twice a month. Publisher and designers of the literary journal The Talking Stick.
http://www.jackpinewriters.com/
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» Lagunita Writers' Group
A group of creative writers, some published and some yet-to-be, meets one evening a week in a private home in Laguna Beach, California.
http://members.cox.net/lagunitawriters/
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» League Of Vermont Writers
An organization supporting writers and those interested in writing in varied genres.
http://www.leaguevtwriters.org/
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» League of Utah Writers
The League of Utah Writers is a non-profit organization dedicated to offering friendship, education, and encouragement to the writers of Utah.
http://www.luwrite.com
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» Los Angeles Writers Group
Online writers group based on a real writers group in Los Angeles. Free writing exercises, web pages for writers and writing job resources.
http://www.lawritersgroup.com
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» Michigan Writers, Inc.
A non-profit cooperative effort to support writers and editors by providing professional services and opportunities for education, publication and interaction with peers.
http://www.michwriters.org
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» MichiganWriters
Fiction and Non-fiction writer's. Tell stories, to learn and to become better writers. This group is at the present online only.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MichiganWriters/
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» Missouri Outdoor Communicators
To advance knowledge of natural resources and related recreational pursuits, to improve communications skills and promote outdoor communications.
http://mochomepage.org
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» Motown Writers Network
Geared to Michigan writers who live in and out of the state. This organizations goal is the network, market, and educate writers on and off the Internet. Based in Detroit, Michigan.
http://motownwriters.homestead.com/
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» Naperville Writers Group
The Group offers a steady outlet and support for writers of Naperville, IL, and nearby towns.
http://www.napervillewritersgroup.org/
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» Nebraska Center for Writers
The on-line resource for writers of poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction, providing information, advice, and links of interest to writers and readers across the state and beyond.
http://mockingbird.creighton.edu/NCW/
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» North Carolina Writers Network
A nonprofit literary arts service organization devoted to writers at all stages of development. Site offers courses, conferences, competitions, critiques, calendar of events and hall of fame.
http://www.ncwriters.org/
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» Oklahoma Writers Federation, Inc.
Open to members of affiliated groups or at large. Site offers membership information, officers, contest, conference and newsletter.
http://www.owfi.org/
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» Opus Est
Online group for novelists who provide each other high quality feedback in a timely manner. Site details membership qualifications and benefits.
http://opusest.tripod.com
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» Oregon Writers Colony
A nonprofit organization representing and nurturing professional and novice writers. Site features calendar of events, articles on writing, information on the Colonyhouse writer's retreat, workshops and conferences.
http://www.oregonwriterscolony.org/
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» Outdoor Writers Association of America
OWAA is an international, professional association of outdoor communicators, outdoor companies and outdoor industry service providers.
http://www.owaa.org/index.htm
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» Outdoor Writers Association of California
A non-profit professional volunteer organization of outdoor communicators from California and surrounding western states. Site features philosophy, membership eligibility, application and directory, newsletter and calendar of events.
http://www.owac.org/
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» PEN American Center
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
http://www.pen.org
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» PEN Center USA
A non-profit membership organization made up of writers that work west of the Mississippi. Members are connected by the goals of building interest in the written word and defending writers worldwide.
http://penusa.org/
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» Pacific Northwest Writers Association
A nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the creative and professional talents of writers. Site details writers conferences, contests, critique groups, forums and articles on writing.
http://pnwa.org/
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» Panhandle Professional Writers Association
Meets bi-monthly in Amarillo, Texas. Site features membership information and member roster, meetings, online group, conference and contests.
http://www.panhandleprowriter.org
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» Paragraph
A workspace for writers, based in New York, NY. Dedicated to providing an affordable and tranquil working environment for writers of all genres.
http://www.paragraphny.com/
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» Pen Women, Nob Hill, San Francisco Branch
National League of American Pen Women, Nob Hill, San Francisco Bay Area Branch. Members Roster. Soul-Making Literary Contest. CCSF Scholarship. Conference/Retreat.
http://members.aol.com/PenNobHill/index.html
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» Poets & Writers Online
Nonprofit organization that fosters the professional development of writers and promotes communication throughout the U.S. literary community.
http://www.pw.org
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» Portland Writers
A free service to help Portland, Oregon area writers connect with readers. Also, local links of interest to writers and a newsletter.
http://portlandwriters.com
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» Realms of Fiction
Promotes writers and the craft of writing. We normally meet every Monday at 7:30 PM on the second floor of Borders Bookstore in Metairie, LA.
http://www.realms-of-fiction.org
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» Richard Hugo House
Seattle members organization providing support, advice, and a variety of programs for writers and the local community.
http://www.hugohouse.org/
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» Round Table Writers of Central Florida
The RTWG offers information and advice about writing and writers as well as independent sites where beginning writers have the best chance of being published.
http://members.aol.com/RTWritersGroup/
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» SOLA
The Southern Louisiana Chapter of the Romance Writers of America. Site features membership information, contact form and roster of published authors.
http://solawriters.org/
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» San Diego Christian Writers Guild
Countywide Christian writers group in the United States. For new and experienced writers to become published authors. Hosts an annual conference in the fall and monthly critique group meetings.
http://www.sandiegocwg.org
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» San Diego Writers / Editors Guild
Promotes, supports and encourages writers, endorses workshops and seminars for the benefit of fiction and nonfiction writers, and promotes the writing arts for youth, adults and seniors alike.
http://www.sdwritersguild.org/
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» South Carolina Writers Workshop
A literary arts organization serving both new and established writers. Site features news, membership application, local chapter calendars, information on the annual writers conference and anthology, and a forum.
http://www.myscww.org/
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» South West Writers
A nonprofit organization that is devoted to helping both published and unpublished writers improve their craft and further their careers. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
http://southwestwriters.com/
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» Southeastern Writers Association
Non-profit organization supporting, instructing and enhancing the careers of writers. SEW's annual conference offers a week of intensive study under highly qualified instructors.
http://www.southeasternwriters.com/
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» Southern Writers Guild
First established in 1939 and is now based in Nashville, Tennessee.
http://www.geocities.com/southernwritersguild/mystery_thriller_awards.html
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» Spacetaker
A community of artists, worldwide, based in Houston, TX. Sign up for the Friday photo newsletter. Includes the underground art scene in Houston.
http://www.spacetaker.org
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» Spiral Bridge Writers Guild
A community based non-profit arts and education organization in Northern New Jersey. Site details events, featured poets, projects and forum.
http://www.spiralbridge.org/
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» Tallahassee Writer's Association
A multi-genre writing organization in its 20th year, it sponsors monthly programs and workshops, annual prose, poetry and playwriting contests and the spring Seven Hills Writer's Conference.
http://www.tallahasseewriters.net
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» Tampa Writers Alliance
A nonprofit organization of writers in the Tampa Bay, Florida area.
http://www.tampawriters.org/
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» The American Communication Association
ACA was created to promote academic and professional research, criticism, teaching, practical use, and exchange of principles and theories of human communication.
http://www.americancomm.org/
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» The Authors Guild Online
Society of published authors, is an advocate for fair compensation, free speech, and copyright protection, offers health insurance, contract reviews and web services, and publishes a quarterly bulletin.
http://www.authorsguild.org/
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» The Brooklyn Writers Space
Provides shared writing space to writers living in Brooklyn. BWS is committed to the creation of a work environment that fosters the literary success of writers.
http://www.brooklynwriters.com/
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» The Colorado Springs Fiction Writer's Group
Aids aspiring and established writers in improving the quality of their craft by offering a critique group, online research, editing services and monthly articles.
http://www.coloradospringsfictionwritersgroup.org
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» The Eclectic Quill
Writers group located in the Gilmer/ Longview TX area welcoming writers of all genres, skill levels, published or unpublished, ages 25+.
http://www.angelfire.com/tx5/eclecticquill/index.html
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» The Hudson Valley Writers' Center
A not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote the appreciation of literary excellence and to stimulate and nurture the creation of literary works in all sectors of the population.
http://www.writerscenter.org
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» The Loft Literary Center
Founded in a loft above a Minneapolis bookstore, now a literary center, offering programs and services for readers and writers. Community and work space for writers.
http://www.loft.org/
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» The Long Island Writers' Guild
Dedicated to the development of each writer's voice and talent, and to the collection of literary treasures in anthologies.
http://www.liwritersguild.org/
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» The Missouri Writers' Guild
Organization representing writers in or near the state of Missouri. Conference and market information for members.
http://www.missouriwritersguild.org
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» The National Writers Association
A resource for readers, writers, film producers, agents and editors. Invites amateur and professional writers a line to join.
http://www.nationalwriters.shoppingcartsplus.com/
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» The Office
A workspace for writers and other professionals seeking an inspirational environment free from distractions of home and office. Southern California.
http://www.theofficeonline.com/index.htm
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» The Scribblers of Brevard
A writer's club located in Melbourne, Florida. The club publishes an anthology each year in October. Membership includes novices and published authors.
http://www.geocities.com/brevardscribblers/
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» The Side Project
A Chicago-based community of writers, playwrights, poets, and short story writers who meet to discuss their work.
http://www.thesideproject.net/
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» The Village Quill
Seeks to support New York City writers. A work space in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood, dedicated to the professional development, promotion, and practice of the craft of writing.
http://www.villagequill.com
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» The Write Stuff
Central Illinois writers group based in Bloomington/Normal offering support and critique. Site details annual writing contest.
http://www.freewebs.com/thewritestuff/
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» The Writer's Center
Non-profit writing organization dedicated to promoting participation in the creation, distribution, and enjoyment of literature. The designated Literary Resource Center for Maryland.
http://www.writer.org/
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» The Writers Room
A non-profit urban writer's colony in New York city. Quiet, affordable workspace for writers.
http://www.writersroom.org/
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» The Writers' Guild of Central Louisiana
Encompasses Avoyelles, Catahoula, Concordia, Evangeline, Grant, LaSalle, Natchitoches, Rapides, Winn, and Vernon parishes. Site features calendar of events, message board and guestbook.
http://www.geocities.com/writersguildcenla/
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» Tri - Write Club
Serving online writers and North Carolina Triangle area writers. Housed in Raleigh, NC.
http://www.angelfire.com/nc3/triwriteclub/
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» Tulsa Nightwriters
We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at the Allee Beth Martin East Regional Library. Tulsa, Oklahoma, US.
http://nightwriters.org
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» Twin Lakes Writers
Mountain Home, Arkansas. Features tips and links for writers, a monthly newsletter and samples of their writing.
http://www.twinlakeswriters.org/
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» Virginia Outdoor Writers Association
A coalition of writers, photographers, and video/ film producers who support the conservation of Virginia's natural resources.
http://www.vowa.org.vt.edu/
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» Washington Independent Writers
Members share a common interest in improving their skills, finding new opportunities, sharing experiences and improving the working conditions of the profession.
http://www.washwriter.org/
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» Whidbey Island Writers Association
An organization of writers based on Whidbey Island, Washington. Provides support and resources for writers, produces the annual Whidbey Writers Conference and a low-residency MFA program.
http://www.writeonwhidbey.org/
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» Willamette Writers
Writer's organization located in Portland, Oregon. Offers monthly meetings, newsletter and a yearly writing conference.
http://www.willamettewriters.com
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» Wisconsin Regional Writers' Association
Wisconsin writers can find resources and fellowship to improve their writing craft. Includes information on local groups, conferences, and competitions.
http://www.wrwa.net/
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» Word Street
Pittsfield, Massachusetts drop-in tutoring and writing center by day and creative writing workshop by night. Site offers calendar, program information, forum, chat, on-line courses and a newsletter.
http://www.wordstreet.org/
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» WordPlay Writers Group
Peer writer's group in Minneapolis, MN.
http://www.geocities.com/empower16/wordplay.htm
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» Write on Maui
A connection for Maui writers, classes, motivational tools, writing groups, and events.
http://www.writeonmaui.com/
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» Write or Die
A science fiction and fantasy writing and critiquing group located in Pittsburgh, PA.
http://word.pghfree.net/index.html
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» Writer's Room of Boston
Providing secure and affordable workspace in downtown Boston to emerging and established writers.
http://www.writersroomofboston.org/
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» Writers Guild of America
The WGAw represents writers in the motion picture, broadcast, cable and new media industries.
http://www.wga.org/
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» Writers Guild of America, East
Promoting and protecting the professional and artistic interests of writers and others in movies, TV, radio and news. Online script registration enables writers to record when they wrote their material.
http://www.wgaeast.org
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» Writers Guild of Cenla
The Writers Guild of Central Louisiana meet at River Oaks in Alexandria. Activities and the writings of the members and guests of the Guild along with writing tips, business advice, book reviews, and games.
http://members.aol.com/WGCenla
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» Writers' Center of Indiana
A community-based literary arts organization serving writers and readers throughout Indiana.
http://www.indianawriters.org
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» Wyoming Writers Inc.
Through annual conferences, monthly newsletters, workshops, activities, and networking, WWI brings the collective wisdom of our members together to help each other excel.
http://www.wyowriters.org
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» Young Chicago Authors
Encouraging self-expression and literacy among Chicago's youth through writing and performance. Site features information on programs, publications, internships, calendar of events and writing resources.
http://www.youngchicagoauthors.org/
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