The national organization of
professionally published writers.

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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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Writer and Journalist

Being a TWUC member has connected me to a talented, resourceful, and very kind community of writers that spans the whole country.

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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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.

7 Nov

2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT

Revise Like a Pro

In this webinar, Jessica Vitalis will guide participants through her novel revision process from start to finish.

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Member Announcement

Oct. 18 2024

Unveiling Italian Poetry: A Webinar with La Revue de Belles-Lettres

Arianna Dagnino

Who are the leading poets shaping Italy’s literary landscape today? The prestigious Swiss literary magazine La Revue de Belles-Lettres dives deep into this question in its October issue. Don’t miss our dynamic webinar featuring La Revue editor Alessio Christen, special…

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