“Writers helping writers.”
-RWC Branch Motto
Whether you are a published author or have always wanted to write, there’s a place for you at Redwood Writers, a branch of the California Writers Club.
The California Writers Club is one of the oldest writers’ organizations in continuous operation in the nation. Our members are poets, journalists, essayists, technical writers, and creators of genre and literary fiction, as well as editors, booksellers and others involved in related fields. We have joined together based on the common goal of educating ourselves in the craft and art of writing, and to learn the realities of getting our work published. California residence is not required.
Membership Opens June 1, 2025
Join as a New Member
We are thrilled to have you as part of the club! If you intend to join Redwood Writers, but you don’t know which membership level is right for you, scroll down to read about the available membership levels before using this link to fill out a new member application.
Membership Renewal
If you are already a member, the annual membership renewal period for the Redwood Writers branch runs June 1 – Sept. 30. Early renewal starts June 1!
If you don’t renew during this period, you must join as a new member at the full price.
Membership Requirements and Annual Dues
Redwood Writers offers various levels of membership. Click through the tabs below to see how you would best fit into the membership.
Requirements for Active Membership:
Active members are writers who produce works of:
Note: Along with writers who publish under traditional imprints, a writer who publishes his/her material under his/her own imprint will be considered a published author. A writer who publishes his/her material electronically will be considered a published author.
Please refer to Redwood Writers Membership Qualifications (Rev. 12-31-2022) for a more detailed description of membership levels and qualifications. Read about club benefits by clicking here.
Dues:
Thereafter, annual renewal fee: $45
Requirements for Student Membership:
Please refer to Redwood Writers Membership Qualifications (Rev. 12-31-2022) for a more detailed description of membership levels and qualifications. Read about club benefits by clicking here.
Dues:
Requirements for Dual/Joint Membership:
This level of membership applies to those who are in good standing with another branch of the California Writers Club and wish to join Redwood Writers. A completed online application is required.
Please refer to Redwood Writers Membership Qualifications (Rev. 12-31-2022) for a more detailed description of membership levels and qualifications. Read about club benefits by clicking here.
Dues:
Club Benefits
Redwood Writers, the largest branch of the California Writers Club, is home to hundreds of writers—from beginners to successful published authors, poets, playwrights, journalists—who enjoy a variety of social, professional networking benefits.
Read below for a sampling of membership benefits. Click here to download a shareable flier.
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Orientation Meetings
Now that you have joined this wonderful club, don’t miss out on any of the great benefits offered by the Redwood Writers. Gather your questions and bring your enthusiasm to an orientation meeting so you can learn how to best use our many services.
The meetings are intended to help orient new members, but any member who has questions about our club’s services is welcome to attend.
Orientation gatherings are hosted every few months via Zoom.
New members will receive an invitation via email for an upcoming orientation meeting. Current members are welcome to attend.