FREEDOM TO READ AWARD
Getting published
HOW TWUC SUPPORTS OUR MEMBERS
- Powerful advocacy in support of writers’ rights
- Connection with a community of professional writers across the country
- Increased income opportunities through public and school readings programs
- Free professional development resources and how-to guides
- Be paid to mentor, or be mentored by, another writer through the Union's Mentorship Microgrants
- Access to dedicated staff for contract advice and grievance assistance
Upcoming Webinars
The Writers' Union of Canada presents webinars on a range of craft and business topics for writers. All TWUC webinars are closed captioned. Learn more about accessibility at the Union. The following webinars are open to the public; members of the Union can find special member-exclusive webinars and recordings in the TWUC Member Portal.
2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT
A Guide to a Successful Book Launch
Tips on planning, marketing, hosting and what to do after your book launch.
2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT
Getting Paid Through PLR
Learn more about the Public Lending Right Program and ask your questions in this info session.
2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT
Humour Me: Finding Humour in Writing
A webinar on humour writing, why writing funny is hard, humour techniques, the importance of timing and judgment, and more.
Member Announcement
Cathalynn Cindy Labonte-Smith
British Columbia authors and publishers enter your books published between 2022-2024 in our 2nd Annual SCWES Book Awards for BC Authors contest. Both traditionally published and self-published books are welcome. Deadline for entry is May 31st, 2024. Send a PDF and one paper copy, or two paper copy.…