Member Benefits
Membership in the Florida Chapter of MWA provides numerous benefits:
Monthly Meetings
Our meetings have dynamic speakers and networking opportunities with fellow authors, reviewers, and booksellers. Click here for information about upcoming meetings.
Critique Groups
If you are interested in joining or learning more about a critique group click here to contact our critique group coordinator.
Mentor Program
Do you seek a mentor for career guidance? Put your name in as a mentor or as an apprentice.
Book Fairs & Festivals
Our members participate in book fairs and festivals throughout the state, such as:
SleuthFest
SleuthFest is a premier mystery writers’ conference with tracks on various levels of writing, forensics, and marketing.
Online Discussion Board
Our online discussion board is a vital communication venue for members, where links can be shared, news announced, or questions posed for peer feedback.
The Rap Sheet
Our monthly e-newsletter contains a president’s letter, member news and announcements, and upcoming events. Everyone is invited to contribute.
The Third Degree
With ten issues annually, MWA’s national newsletter contains articles on the craft and business of writing as well as chapter news from around the country.
Website
Our website showcases our chapter, and the Members Only section contains valuable infromation such as a bookstore directory and library of educational videos.