Local Writing Organizations


  • Cascade Writers provides educational seminars and workshops for the general public interested in writing and publishing original works.

  • Workshops and poetry festivals.

  • Workshops and annual conference for speculative fiction writers.

  • Monthly programs; annual Emerald City Writers Conference in the fall.

  • The HWA Seattle Chapter consists of local writers, editors, artists, and more within the horror genre.

  • Classes and events for emerging and established writers.

  • Free workshops and programs on writing and publishing.

  • A variety of writing classes in the continuing education program.

  • Monthly programs; annual conference each summer; literary contest.

  • Focusing on informal science writing for science-trained professionals and students.

  • Online classes and events for writers of all genres, including playwrights.

  • Continuing education classes in writing.

  • Offers events for quiet, concentrated writing time, workshops, critique sessions, and connection with other writers.

  • Programs, retreats, and conference for adults writing for children and teens.

  • Variety of fiction, nonfiction and editing programs.