The Writers Alliance of Gainesville (WAG) promotes, encourages, and supports aspiring and experienced writers. Most of our programs are free and open to the public. To learn more about WAG, click on How WAG Can Benefit You, and watch video. WAG also sponsors the Sunshine State Book Festival. The eighth annual festival will be held on January 23, 2027.
Questions? Email Wendy Thornton at ForInformation@writersalliance.org.
Upcoming Events
Enhance your Prose: Make Every Word Matter
October 11, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pmPreparing for Holiday Book Sales: Q4 Planning for Authors
October 19, 10:00 am - 11:00 amDebut of the 2026 Bacopa Literary Review
November 8, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Resources & Opportunities
- Calendar of monthly programs for 2026.
- Beta Readers – Want to read a new book before it’s publication? Contact the Beta Reader Coordinator.
- Hogtowne Quill – Sign up to receive blog updates (below, right). To contribute articles; see guidelines.
- Marketing Coalition – WAG members share successful marketing strategies for their books.
- Speakers Bureau – Need a speaker? Want to serve as a speaker? Contact the coordinator.
