• Attendees from 42 South Carolina towns and cities attended the three-day conference.
• 90 percent gave the conference four to five stars.
• 92 percent said the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center was a good venue.
• 40 attendees met individually with Storyfest’s four agents and editors to discuss their work.
• Reps from four publishers attended, including the University of South Carolina Press, Hub City Press and Arcadia Publishing

SCWA MEMBERSHIP PROVIDES MANY BENEFITS

As we begin a new year of reflecting and writing, we wanted to remind our members - and those considering membership - of the benefits of being a part of SCWA.

We provide support to our members by offering a wide variety of tools, education, events and resources. These include:

Critique and Networking Groups

Writers need readers. At the core of writer learning is access to other writers and the ability to submit work for critique and feedback in a supportive and constructive environment. Membership provides access to in-person, virtual and hybrid chapters across the state, including specific genre chapters. (Find a listing at Local and Virtual Chapters.)

Annual Conference

The annual SCWA conference brings together accomplished writers and faculty, giving members the opportunity to improve writing skills, network with other writers, and learn more about the publishing world. Writers can have their pieces critiqued by professionals in the industry. These events are competitively priced with discounted registration fees for members, delivering maximum value for cost.  

Publications

SCWA offers a publishing opportunity for new and veteran writers with The Petigru Review (TPR), a digital literary journal that includes fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Stay tuned for updated information about the submission process.

The Quill Newsletter

The Quill, a monthly email newsletter, is a helpful resource to keep members up to date on all the latest happenings across the organization. From news on upcoming events and submission opportunities to insights on writing and updates from local chapters, this newsletter is a great way to stay informed about the SCWA.

Member Blogs, Promotion and Social Media

The myscwa.org website is home for all news regarding the organization and our members. Learn about our members' websites and follow their blogs as they navigate the complex world of writing. Got a blog/website/book you’d like to promote? Add a link to your profile. Meet and interact with other members by following us on Facebook and Twitter. The opportunities for interaction and collaboration are boundless when one joins the SCWA community.

Among the many benefits of membership, perhaps the most rewarding is the camaraderie, the experience of being part of the South Carolina writing community. SCWA is a group that values creativity and appreciates the diversity of the membership as well as the wide range of writing produced. It provides an opportunity to share experiences and learn from peers and professionals to help members achieve their writing goals.

If you have questions about your membership or want information about joining, please email membership@myscwa.org.