The national organization of
professionally published writers.

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The NPR program encourages public engagement of literary work while providing an honorarium to authors for their time. Authors participating in this program must be members of the Union.
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Getting published

Finished your first manuscript? Part way through a promising work-in-progress? Have a great idea for a story? Getting published can be a challenge, but TWUC is here to help. Read our free Getting Published FAQs to understand your next steps.
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Kevin Chong photo by Andrew Querner
Kevin Chong
Fiction and Nonfiction Writer (Photo: Andrew Querner)
I wouldn't want to think of the kind of literary landscape we would be inhabiting without TWUC, and can only wishfully imagine the good work that could be accomplished if every Canadian writer became a part of it.

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
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Member Announcement

Jul. 7 2024

Suzanne Alyssa Andrew

Author and writing instructor turned podcast host Suzanne Alyssa Andrew is pleased to present the Stardust and Courage podcast: mindful writing to go deeper, grow and imagine. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Details at suzanneandrew.com.

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