The Women’s Fiction Writers Association, a nonprofit writing organization, was “Founded and [is] led entirely by volunteers” of writers with a passion and drive to foster a community structured around those who “explore the emotional journeys at the heart of women’s fiction” (Berke). This subgenre is encompassed by a wide range of authors who create stories which center on, usually female, characters while focusing on the internal and emotional journeys which make the character relatable and human. This community thrives by “supporting writers of women’s fiction through education, networking, and mentorship” (Berke) which are all useful tools for writers of any level.
As an author at the beginning of my journey, I am seeking education and mentorship to find my place and voice within the literary community. Much of my personal writing would fall into the Women’s Fiction and LGBTQ+ Fiction subgenres. With organizations like WFWA, I am able to find community through “active online members-only forum[s],” take part in “Workshops, webinars, and agent/editor events that strengthen both craft and career,” and take part in “initiatives that highlight and support writers of women’s fiction” (Berke). Because the organization was founded by authors within the subgenre, the organization is deeply rooted in the community which surrounds Women’s Fiction. These people know what the current reader base is looking for and can help me fine tune my craft to translate to a larger audience. As I craft characters, I look for authenticity and attempt to write characters who I could see as a real person walking down the street.
With the wide range of experiences found in the over “800 co-writing sessions each year, and one annual in-person retreat—all designed to help you stay motivated and connected while prioritizing your writing time,” this organization provides incredible tools and connections to help me grow as an author. The annual fee is one of the lowest I’ve seen in these communities at only sixty-five dollars per year. With incredible access to a community who is shaping the world of literature, this is an organization I am considering joining. Writing advice from those who have broken into the industry is insurmountable. This access, along with the co-writing sessions, is something I feel can help me get words on the page without feeling the pressure to get everything perfect on the first draft.
Work Cited
Berke, Sarah. “About WFWA-C.” MemberClicks, http://www.womensfictionwriters.org/about-wfwa-c. Accessed 10 May 2026.
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