There are numerous online writers' groups. They provide the latest industry information, networking opportunities, fellowship with writers at all levels, otherwise unlisted writing opportunities, inspiration and of course encouragement.
Below are a few of the lists I belong to, along with information about how you can join.
Fellowship of Christian Writers - FCW
600 plus members
To join, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/groups.com or send an email to FCW-subscribe@yahoo.com
This list is moderated
You must fill out a questionnaire and be approved for this list
Weekly topics, daily interaction, markets, encouragement, tips, definitions, prayer, contests and more. Archived information can be easily accessed through yahoo groups.
Has online critique groups for fiction, nonfiction, children's lit and poetry which you can join after being approved for FCW
Christian Writers' Group - CWG
400 plus members
Website: http://chrstianwritersgroup.org
Discussion group and organization for published or aspiring writers.
Writing ideas, tips, conference/seminar information, encouragement, support, prayer. This is not a critique group. CWG does include editors, publishers and numerous well know authors. An excellent group for someone just getting started. Archived information can be easily accessed.
To join, send a blank email to: CWG-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Kingdom Writers
120 plus members
An email critique group. Not a discussion group.
To join, send a blank email to kingdomwriters-subscribe@egroups.com
Website: www.angelfire.com/ks/kingwrit/index.html
Wordsmith Shoppe - WWS
500 plus members
Website: http://wordsmithshoppe.com
Christian writers group that offers a weekly email newsletter, conference listings, contests and other writing opportunities.
Twice-weekly chat meets on Tue at 10:00 pm EST and Thur 2:00 pm EST
To view past issues of the newsletter, go to, http://wssnewslonline.com/file_archives.htm
TheWritersView
450 plus members
Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TheWritersView
Qualified membership only.
A network of authors, editors, agents freelance writers journalists, publicists, and publishers. Offers focused panel discussions with 13 CBA professionals for intermediate, advanced and professional writers. Not for unpublished or "new" writers. Most discussions center on more advanced industry and author topics.
If you are interested in one of these groups but you'd like to know more before joining, drop me an email.
Louise Bergmann DuMont
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