LINKS TO AUTHOR COMMUNITIES.

Below is a short list of author communities offering support, guidance, and, in some cases, classes. The descriptions are taken from each respective website. I will be listing others in the near future. If you have questions about, or suggested additions to, the list, please send me an email by clicking on my CONTACT page listed above.

Website with links to other sites providing an impressive collection of author tools

This website listing "Online Tools, Strategies, and Editing Software for Writers" was found and forwarded by Olivia whose long term goal is to become a published author. The website contains links to many diverse sites that provide productive tools for wrirers at various levels in their author career.

https://www.qualtrics.com/blog/online-tools-for-writers/

Copyright for Writers: Protecting Your Work

This informative blog was found by a young writer-in-progress, Anna, and her mother and brought to light. The detailed information on copyright, fair use and public domain for writers is key. The blog covers a great breakdown of intellectual property, copyright protection, limited publication, copyright lifetime, etc.

www.criminalattorneycolumbus.com/blog/2023/01/copyright-for-writers-legally-protecting-your-work/

Developing yourself as a writer and saving money in the process

This site covers everything from skill development for writers, scholarships for writers, manuscript formatting help, how to find an agent, how to write a book proposal and so much more. This author site was sent to me by Marisa Miller who attends a community college in New Hampshire and loves writing.

Money-Saving Guide for Authors and Writers

Writing for Theater and File

A blog post dated 12/11/2019 which is attached to a furniture store's website highlights the writing of scripts. The blog posting outlines scriptwriting for movies and plays. Beyond the introductory information, the blog contains a dozen links to detailed examples and to the UK National Theatre which contains further links to YouTube, where they have video collections where one can "Watch how theatre is made." A couple of the blog's dozen links are not active, but the others remain operational and informative for those interested in scriptwriting for movies and theater (or in the UK: theatre.)

Writing for Theater and Film

International Thriller Writers (ITW)

ITW is a website for those interested in learning the craft of writing thrillers. Monthly Newsletter and courses provided by established authors.

www.thrillerwriters.org

International Association of Crime Writers

Website for an organization of professional writers to encourage communication among writers of all nationalities and to promote crime writing as an influential and significant art form. Contains several interesting links to other writing sites

www.crimewritersna.org

Romance Writers of America (RWA)

Romance Writers of America (RWA) is a nonprofit trade association whose mission is to advance the professional and common business interests of career-focused romance writers through networking and advocacy and by increasing public awareness of the romance genre.

www.rwa.org

Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA)

SFWA is an organization for published authors and industry professionals in the fields of science fiction, fantasy, and related genres. Novice authors benefit from our Information Center and well-known Writer Beware site.

www.sfwa.org

Mystery Writers of America (MWA)

MWA states they are the premier organization for mystery and crime writers, professionals allied to the crime writing field, aspiring crime writers, and folks who just love to read crime fiction.

www.mysterywriters.org

Historical Novel Society (HNS)

HNS is a literary society devoted to promoting the enjoyment of historical fiction. They welcome members (who can be readers or writers) from all around then world.

www.historicalnovelsociety.org

American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW)

The ACFW is a professional organization devoted to the craft of Christian Fiction. Membership includes: published writers, unpublished writers, editors, agents, and publicists. ACFW offers: writing courses, critique groups, and conferences.

www.acfw.com

Nonfiction Authors Association (NFAA)

The NFAA is a vibrant educational community for aspiring and experienced writers to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from writing, publishing, promoting, and profiting from nonfiction books. NFAA is over 14,000 members strong and growing each day.