BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

The Mt. Diablo Branch is the second largest of the seventeen branches in a rapidly growing state-wide organization.  In addition to the benefits of association and idea exchange with fellow writers in a wide range of genre’s and writing experience, members also enjoy:

• monthly luncheon meetings, where members and guests learn from successful editors, agents, publishers and writers in all genres who offer valuable advice, experience and knowledge. Luncheons are relatively inexpensive and located nearby the majority of members’ homes.

• the Write News, the branch’s monthly multi-page newsletter offered to members in both electronic and paper format. In addition to a regular feature about the guest speaker for the upcoming luncheon, a special section called “Sales & Salutes” features member accomplishments and member events.

• a personal copy of the state-wide newsletter, The Bulletin

• periodic e-mail updates called TidBits that supplement the newsletter and website material, and deal with time-sensitive or emerging opportunities or news of interest to member writers

• networking opportunities for getting information, seeking help, exploring resources, and sharing writing successes through the Branch’s on-line BackFence bulletin board. To request information about BackFence, click on Contact Us (above).

• participation in members’ critique groups

• a link to members’ personal web pages on the club’s web site

• liability insurance coverage for every meeting or function we promote

• non-profit status as a club

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