Join the Greater Los Angeles Writers Society

• Be a part of the Los Angeles writing community of published and aspiring writers, one of the largest in the country, where you can meet others with similar interests.

• Learn more about the craft of writing from other members and our informative guest speakers.

• Increase your visibility as a dedicated writer, and therefore your chances for publication and success .

• Learn more about the business of writing, from query letters and proposals, to working with agents, editors and publishers.

• Join critique groups to have your work-in-progress reviewed by your peers, and get constructive comments (our critique guideliness aim to protect you and your work).

• Learn new techniques to improve your craft, from getting ideas organized to getting started; from dealing with writers block to editing your second and third drafts. And much more.

• Have your work published in the GLAWS newsletter and on our website.

• Stay informed about upcoming writer’s conferences, workshops and other industry-related events.

• Participate in live discussion groups and in our online forums where you can share your knowledge and learn from others.

• Get information on the publishing industry, from print-on-demand to the growth of small presses; from new ways to self-publish in print and online.

• Grow as a writer-in-community in a fun and exciting environment at our twice-a-year parties, book exchanges, and open mic forums!

• Post your Profile and Bio (with photo and links to your website & email) on the GLAWS searchable website seen worldwide.

• Get exclusive access to the Member’s Only section of the GLAWS website, including download of speaker presentations, and additional inside information.

• And much more!

You can join or renew for one year, or buy a lifetime membership.

There are three types of memberships:

• Aspiring – you are actively writing
• Accomplished – you have published (self-published or traditionally)
• Supporting – you are an editor, publisher, etc.

You can purchase multiple years of the 1 Year membership; the expiry will be extended. 

Learn more about Membership Requirements. We’re very welcoming and supporting, requirements are not difficult. We want to help you write, and support writers.