Federation of BC Writers

WordWorks

Membership in the FED includes an annual subscription to WordWorks, the quarterly journal of the Federation of BC Writers. WordWorks provides information on writing, publishing and industry issues aimed at the professional development of writers and serves to establish a sense of community between our members.

Identified as one of the most important services provided by the FED, WordWorks is especially valued by those members living in rural areas and in the "far reaches" of the province. Regular features include author interviews, writing tips, contest & market listings, new title coverage and a section devoted to promoting the works and accomplishments of our members. The Federation of BC Writers offers several online editions of WordWorks, available as selected individual articles and as full PDF versions of the print magazine.

Members are encouraged to submit essays, opinion pieces, articles on the craft and business of writing, and reports on issues of interest to emerging and established writers. Shirley Rudolph provides desktop design and a sharp eye in the production of the FED's quarterly journal, and talented writers Margaret Thompson, Linda Crosfield, Gail Buente and Shannon Cowan make up the WordWorks editorial committee, along with managing editor Fernanda Viveiros.

Contact Margaret at magpye@shaw.ca or Fernanda at bcwriters@shaw.ca with article proposals or check here for submission guidelines.

We have a number of back issues available for purchase by members and non-members. To order a sample copy or back issue, send a cheque or money order, $5 Cdn in Canada, $7 US in the States (cost includes postage and handling) to:
The Federation of BC Writers
PO Box 3887 Stn Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 3Z3

Back issues available:

Summer 2006: The Literary Life
Spring 2006: Celebrating BC's Grassroots Literary Culture
Winter 2005: The Twin Solitudes of Ethnic Writing
Fall 2005: Special Fiction Issue
Summer 2005: Is the Book Dead?
Spring 2005: A Writer's Guide to Publishing
Fall 2004: Special Children's Literature Issue
Summer 2004: A Celebration of BC Writing
Spring 2004: Writing From Away

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The Federation of British Columbia Writers operates with funds raised from
membership dues, fundraising activities, corporate and private sponsorship, and
with the support of the Province of British Columbia through the BC Arts Council
and the Direct Access Program, which the Federation gratefully acknowledges.