SOUTH FLORIDA

writers association

Next Meeting is 9/5

Welcome to SFWA

The South Florida Writers Association conducts programs, activities and special events that are in accordance with its mission and purpose. Our monthly hybrid meetings are FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC with educational presentations about writing, publishing, marketing or award-winning or best-selling authors, agents or publishers.

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Membership Benefits

Among others boons, we award four semi-annual grants of $500: for marketing and publishing, awarded at our June meeting along with the installation of the new Board, another pair in December at our annual Holiday Party.

All members can apply and winners are selected by random lottery.

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Beyond the Page

From books to community, see our writers in action.

Amy Nicole Naim & C.V. Shaw

Local Author Series
"Unleash Your Book: A Mini-Conference for Aspiring Authors
Saturday, August 22nd from 1:00pm - 6:00pm at Westchester Regional
For more info or to register, click here!

Niurka Castaneda

"Hungry for Life: Journey from Despair to Purpose" article has been nominated for the MVJ's Top 10 Veterans in Journalism of 2026 Award. To learn more, visit page 22 of the Umbrella Splash Magazine.

Dr. Jasmine B. Sandoval

"The Writer's Rx" has won the 2026 Florida Authors and Publishers Association President's Award! The writer's guide received a Silver medal at the award banquet at FAPAcon in Orlando.

SFWA Members! Share your news to the Member's Access Only tab for a feature! Events will be updated in the order of soonest event dates.

Lauren Jane Clancy

Local Author Series
Lauren Jane Clancy will read her picture book, "Namaste 'N Play: A How-To-Yoga Adventure for Little Yogis," followed by a fun and interactive yoga experience inspired by the story. Saturday, August 29th from 11:00am - 12:00pm and Pinecrest Library. Register now!

J. Adrian Betancourt

Celebrate with J. Adrian as he launches his debut fantasy novel, Maya Lin & the Ancient Order of Seshat: the arQitect, during Autumn Equinox, September 22nd at 7pm at Books and Books in Coral Gables. Preorder now!