NAMW... finally

I [finally] formally joined the National Association of Memoir Writers at namw.org. They offer a rich variety of events, articles and resources for those interested in good writing, including but not limited to memoir.  I have long recommended this organization for my clients, but its time I take my own advice.

You may have seen the recent New York Times article featuring NAMW leader, Linda Joy Myers, PhD and Brooke Warner of SheWrites.

Helen Gallagher

Chicago Writers Conference: Sept. 27-28, 2013

Writers, not traveling out of town for a conference this year? Don't miss this chance, right in town...

Get Ready for CWC 2013! 1. Get inspired: Read more on what to expect. Our blog showcases past speakers, CWC 2012 success stories, and interviews with this year's panelists. 2. Get details: Our website has information on how to get to the conference, hotels, and nearby conveniences. 3. Get organized: With over thirty speakers, twenty sessions, and several events, CWC will keep you busy all weekend long. Explore our Speakers Page and Schedule to see what sparks your interest. Attend the talks and panels that will help your writing career the most. 4. Get registered: Regular registration is open until September 13. Signing up for the conference is as easy as clicking on this button:

Chicago-area Writing Groups

Chicago-area writing groups

Chicago Women in Publishing (cwip.org)

Chicago Writers Association (chicagowrites.org)

Illinois Women's Press Assn. (iwpa.org)

Independent Writers of Chicago, (iwoc.org)

Midwest Writers Association (midwestwriters.com)

Off-Campus Writers Workshop  (ocww.bizland.com)

Story Studio.com (storystudio.com)




By loose definition, these are groups who charge an annual membership fee and/or charge per-session for events held year-round. There are also many writing groups in our area, but these are the main ones that offer public events, and guest speakers,  Some national organizations such as ASJA.org have local chapters. There are many powerful and rewarding online writing organization too. One I belong to is Small Publishers, Artists & Writers Network at spawn.org. I also recommend all writers join the free online groups:
SheWrites.com and RedRoom.com.  Take a look at them and see what you're missing.

If I missed a group you like, add it below by leaving a comment. Let's keep the Chicago-area a vibrant writing community.
By 2015, we'll welcome the new American Writer's Museum to Chicago as well.

See you online,
Helen