SWWJ

Society of Women Writers and Journalists. Founded 1894. President Floella Benjamin. Writers at all levels and working in all genres. Men welcome too. Join us!

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

Are you a professional published writer? Have you considered joining the swwj? Free press card. Free access to our online workshops. Quarterly magazine. Regular writing competitions with trophies and/or cash prizes. Letters after your name! Join us. https://t.co/8TY43DyzQu

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

Members, get writing! This competition is now open...

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

Coming soon! A BRAND new competition for a short one-act play. Swwj members only. Beginner playwrights welcome. We are not seeking perfection. Good characters, great dialogue, and just the right idea! Cash prize and trophy. Details soon...
#dramacompetition #oneactplay

[Flash 500 Writing Competitions @500_flash]

Calling all novelists worldwide writing in English (NO AI generated or assisted entries accepted) - you could win £500 in this competition.
https://t.co/L8YsVr0LNT
Your book doesn't have to be finished.
Entries close midnight 31 October.
#novels #writingcommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter

[Adrienne Vaughan - Writer @adrienneauthor]

Loving being a novelist! My debut The Hollow Heart https://t.co/oAtuXRuXfN is the first in a gorgeous #RomanticSuspense #series set in #Ireland.
Ex-journalist Marianne & Monty are planning a quiet life on a remote Irish isle. Think again lady!
'The whole story is magnificent, I felt every emotion from beginning to end!' 5⭐️#review #Free to read on #KindleUnlimited

[Vivien Brown Author @VivBrownAuthor]

I do love seeing my stories in magazines! People's Friend Special.
All about a family caravan holiday in October... that will be me next week.

[Karen Storey @StoreytellerK]

I’m thrilled to take part again this year in Children in Read! A signed copy of The Approval of Sheep will go to the highest bidder!

Over 300 authors are taking part & every penny goes to BBC’s Children in Need

@ChildrenInRead
#TuesNews @RNAtweets

https://t.co/xVfRT1PV5i

[Writing Magazine @WritingMagazine]

Is 2026 the year your children's book gets noticed? 🌟

Enter before 31st October for your chance to win a consultation with literary agent Julia Churchill or a critique from children’s author Amy Sparkes! 📚✨

https://t.co/Xt7OwFfu6G

[Paddy Heron 🇺🇦 @ChildrenInRead]

A Massive Thanks To All You Fantastic Authors, Illustrators, And Bidders.💙
CHILDREN IN READ 2026 👇
https://t.co/C3zhsMasuL

[Adrienne Vaughan - Writer @adrienneauthor]

Mia has never been told who her father is. Her famous mother had many admirers, so when a family friend gifts her his fading mansion on the Irish coast, will the secret be revealed? Or will this #magical place hold onto it forever? https://t.co/shzOBiBC9T… available #Free on #kindleunlimited

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

Remember all our online workshops are now FREE to our members. Next up is poetry with @ClaireDyer1 on 14 November, looking at the importance of titles. No experience required and non poets are always welcome! A £10 fee for non members.
Details in your email bulletin and Journal.

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

#swwjandproud

[Vivien Brown Author @VivBrownAuthor]

My new novel, No Other Choice.
The first review is in!
Thank you to Leanne on Goodreads for this thoughtful and lovely 5 star comment!
On Amazon for pre order now at just 99p. https://t.co/7pOaXD43fC

[Adrienne Vaughan - Writer @adrienneauthor]

I have VERY exciting news!
My brand NEW novel MYSTERY OF THE MIDNIGHT MADONNA is COMING SOON!
Shortlisted for the Historical Novel Society 'First Chapter Award' I can't wait for you to read this exciting new adventure!
WATCH THIS SPACE! #tuesnews @RNAtweets @societyofautho1 @SWWJ @histnovsoc

[Sarah Banham, BA (Hons) 📚 @sjbwrites]

This event is just a few weeks away. Please help me share it, and get its message in front of those writers who'll enjoy the day. It's in #Colchester #Essex #UK on 7 Nov 2026. It's free (tickets via QE code) & goody bags for first 20 ppl.

[Adrienne Vaughan - Writer @adrienneauthor]

Fancy a sprinkle of #magic #mystery #romance & #history?
My gorgeous book https://t.co/3rWlakdgwS Summer of Secrets is the #perfect #snuggledown #weekend #read!
Mia has never been told who her father is. Her famous mother has many admirers, so when a family friend gifts her his fading #Irish mansion, will the secret be revealed? Or will this #magical place hold onto it forever?

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

The swwj press pass in operation again today. A wonderful exhibition. Free entry for a professional writer member.

[Vivien Brown Author @VivBrownAuthor]

#knitandstitch Alexandra Palace.
Some great exhibits and stands today.

[Flash 500 Writing Competitions @500_flash]

We have the following competition categories open for entries:
Quarterly #flashfiction
Annual #shortstory
Annual #novels
More information here: https://t.co/y5FnrCbqyi
#writing #writers #writerslife

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

Are you a professional published writer? Have you considered joining the swwj? Free press card. Free access to our online workshops. Quarterly magazine. Regular writing competitions with trophies and/or cash prizes. Letters after your name! Join us. https://t.co/8TY43DyzQu

[SWWJ @SWWJ]

A new book on the way from @VivBrownAuthor
#swwjandproud

[Bloodhound Books @Bloodhoundbook]

SOME LOVES COME LATER IN LIFE. 🍂❤️

After years of caring for everyone else, can she finally make time for herself?

A heart-warming romance to warm you up this autumn, coming to you soon! ☕📚

PRE-ORDER NOW! 💕
https://t.co/SikqYRI8Lh

#Romance #AutumnReads

[Gyles Brandreth @GylesB1]

I can’t believe that Jeffrey Archer - who was always so alive - is suddenly dead. We had a wonderful day together yesterday - as anyone who was there will tell you, he was in brilliant form on stage yesterday celebrating the publication of his 50th and final best-selling novel.

[Francesca Capaldi Burgess Author @FCapaldiBurgess]

Escape to the seaside of the 1910s with Edie, Lili, Helen, Hetty, Fanny and sisters Annie & Alice, & find a little romance.
Paperback - Ebook - Audio
#TuesNews @RNAtweets
#HistoricalRomance #HistoricalFiction #saga
Buy on Amazon: https://t.co/QiYJYVS50z & other stores.

[Flash 500 Writing Competitions @500_flash]

Our Novel Competition is open for entries until the end of this month (October).
Submit the first 3,000 words plus a short synopsis.
https://t.co/uc9pIOycui
Shortlist judged by @bookouture
First prize £500
#contest #fiction #novels #writing