California Writers Club

Membership

When a person joins the California Writers Club, we ask that they identify a primary branch. A branch where they can attend monthly meetings. The selected branch receives part of the member’s annual dues. New members have the option of being a CWC member without identifying a primary branch. This option is for out of state members and people who do not live near a branch.

There are three membership categories under which a person can become a new member. Active, Associate literary professionals (Associate), or Student. 

For more information about branch locations and membership in California Writers Club, go to Branches page to find the branch nearest you.

*Current members can renew their membership for a year in June – August at the $45 dues. There is a $20 fee to reinstate a lapsed membership.*

Active

(Full or Partial Year)

$65 / $42.50

Active members are writers who produce works of fiction, nonfiction, memoir, poetry, plays or other creative writing. A writer does not have to be published to be an Active member.

Membership is valid from July-June or Jan-June

*Includes a $20 activation fee

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Associate/Associate Literary Professionals

(Full or Partial Year)

$65 / $42.50

Associate members are career professionals in areas related to writing. Associate members include editors, librarians, agents, booksellers, publishers, producers, directors, and book illustrators.

Membership is valid from July-June

*Includes a $20 activation fee

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Student

$15

Student memberships are offered to writers from the ages of 14 through 22. Student members will not be eligible to vote or hold office. Exceptions may be made by the central board. 

Membership is valid from July-June

*Must be able to verify status

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