Helping and encouraging writers and aspiring writers
who want to share the love of Jesus Christ
through publication of their works in both religious and secular markets.
Central Houston IWA!
2022 Event Calendar
In the beginning was the Word...
Ancient texts provide fascinating insight into cultures and societies long since passed from the earth. And what we write today can provide this same window to readers of the future. Will our writing be of consequence? Will it stand the test of time as the great classics have?
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Just ask God. "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." (John 1:1 [NASB]) The Word which is God predates even Creation and stands unchanged for all eternity. Let our writing therefore be inspired by God's Word, flowing from our relationship with Him to proclaim eternal Truth for every generation.
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We welcome you to join our enthusiastic group of developing writers as we hone our skills in our monthly teachings,
workshops or critique sessions. Success is the direct result of our commitment to God's vision for our lives. We are here to give you the tools you need to walk out God's Plan for your writing. And we hope that you will take advantage of what we have to offer by actively participating and putting these tools to use.
If you have any questions concerning the information on this site, or you would like more information, please fill out the Request Information form above and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
* Click on links for forms and additional information.
CONTESTS / PUBLICATIONS
Chapter Publications & Events
HOT Off the Press!
January
February
March
No Meeting
Merry Christmas!
And the Word
became flesh...
December
May
06/09 - 7pm, rm. 143:
Practice Session:
Author Bios
June
No Meeting
Happy
Independence
Day!
July
August
11/10 - 7pm, rm. 143:
Read-Around
& Party
November
April
October
September
Resource Table:
The web is stock full of helpful resource sites for advancing writers. So we have collected a veritable treasure trove of web links for you. Check out the Tip Jar !
GENRE
Multi
Publication
Multiple
DATE
LINK
Multi
Contest
Multiple
Poetry
Publication
Nonfiction
Publication
Quarterly
Article
Publication
Multiple
Multiple
Writing & Publishing Resources
05/11 - 05/14
05/29 - 06/02
06/22 - 06/26
09/22 - 09/24
CONFERENCES
DATE
CONFERENCE
Write His Answer Conference - online
CHRISTIAN WRITING NEWS
Have you heard the breaking news in the writing world? Care to share? Send a link to the Web Master via the request form on this page, and it may be posted on our site.
CONTEST/
PUB.
Multi
Contest
Multiple
Devotional
Publication
Multiple
Looking for a Critique Group?
Chapter members who would like to find a regular critique partner may contact any of the critique partners listed under the Chapters/Members tab.
DiAnn Mills hosts a critique group the 3rd Sunday of every month from 3:00 - 4:30pm. You may email DiAnn at diann@diannmills.com for more information.
** The Writer: free guide to finding an agent!.
August workshop: Make plans to join us as DiAnn Mills
explains the ART of character, plotting, emotion and dialogue. Then stay tuned for our follow-up exercise for Sept. critique!
JUST IN! Melanie Stiles will be joining us in October to talk about turning our memories into engaging writing in various formats.
Keep an eye on the deadlines each month and be sure to take full advantage of these opportunities to get valuable feedback from your fellow writers!
April critique deadlines have been extended!
