What We Do
Georgia Writers Association (GWA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that specializes in writing workshops and conferences to provide resources and connections throughout the writing community in Georgia.
At GWA, we:
host the Georgia Writers Registry, which features talented writers and their work. If you’re a writer living in Georgia, you can apply to be listed on our registry, which then allows you to receive grant money for future events. If you’re a venue looking to host a Georgia writer, you can apply for one of our Literary Events Grants of Georgia.
provide grants such as the John Lewis Writing Grants to promote writers in Georgia. These grants allow us to encourage, uplift , and emphasize marginalized voices in various Georgia communities.
house the Georgia Author of the Year Awards, hosted annually, to celebrate Georgia authors who have been traditionally published.
Be sure to join us for an opportunity to experience our informative workshops, events, or conferences listed on our website and social media accounts. We can’t wait to write with you.
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Writing Events and Workshops
Every second weekend of the month, we host workshops led by published, talented writers who facilitate spaces to evolve members writings.
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John Lewis Writing Grants
A grant that supports up and coming Black writers who reside in Georgia. This is an annual contest with no fees.
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Literary Events Grants of Georgia (LEGG)
Literary Event Grants of Georgia (LEGG) supports writers’ fees for literary events in underserved communities across the state.
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Red Clay Writers Conference
Red Clay Writers Conference is literary event for writers of all backgrounds. The conference encourages learning more about writing techniques and networking with other writers in the community.
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Georgia Author of the Year
An award celebrating the best literature by Georgia Writers.
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Fine Arts Work Center Scholarship
A scholarship for a Georgia Writers member to participate in a week-long summer workshop at FAWC in 2023.
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LGBTQIA+ Literary Success Grants
Our literary success grants are designed to amplify the voices of queer youth in Georgia.