The national organization of
professionally published writers.

THE DANUTA GLEED LITERARY AWARD

The Union is thrilled to announce the short list of nominees for the 27th annual Danuta Gleed Literary Award, in recognition of the best first collection of short fiction by a Canadian author.

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Getting published

Finished your first manuscript? Part way through a promising work-in-progress? Have a great idea for a story? Getting published can be a challenge, but TWUC is here to help. Read our free Getting Published FAQs to understand your next steps.

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Charlotte Gray

Nonﬁction Writer (Photo: Valberg Imaging)

For writers, who so often work in isolation, the Union provides a crucial rallying call to collective action.

HOW TWUC SUPPORTS OUR MEMBERS

Powerful advocacy in support of writers’ rights
Connection with a community of professional writers across the country
Increased income opportunities through public and school readings programs
Free professional development resources and how-to guides
Be paid to mentor, or be mentored by, another writer through the Union's Mentorship Microgrants
Access to dedicated staff for contract advice and grievance assistance

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Upcoming Webinars

The Writers' Union of Canada presents webinars on a range of craft and business topics for writers. All TWUC webinars are closed captioned. Learn more about accessibility at the Union. The following webinars are open to the public; members of the Union can find special member-exclusive webinars and recordings in the TWUC Member Portal.

9 May

2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT

Construction of a Story Arc

In Conversation with Past Danuta Gleed Award Winner and Finalists.

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Full List of Webinars

Member Announcement

Apr. 22 2024

A new book about Guelph by Ed Butts

Ed Butts has published Guelph Stories, a collection of articles about Guelph that appeared in the local press over the last ten years. This ecclectic collection includes sections on sports, crime, war, celebrities and stories from Guelph's fascinating history. You don't have to be a Guelphite to…