Become a Member of Write by the Rails

Membership Benefits and Dues

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of Write by the Rails (WbtR), the Prince William Chapter of the Virginia Writers Club! You have taken the first step towards connecting yourself with a larger literary community, which offers a variety of benefits. Some of the benefits of becoming a member include:

  • membership to a developed local group with a statewide affiliation
  • reduced-cost and no-cost events
  • no-cost and reduced cost educational workshops, panels, presentations, etc.
  • access to networks of literary professionals and enthusiasts
  • members-only online discussions
  • ability to submit to club contests
  • ability to submit to club anthologies
  • ability to sell books at select events
  • ability to propose and lead projects that fall within the group's purview
  • access to our local media list for press releases
  • and more!

We know whatever activities you take part in, you will come away with support and insight.

Dues are $20 per calendar year and may be made by check or money order sent to P.O. Box 67, Manassas, VA 20110. We also accept PayPal payments to WriteByTheRails@Gmail.com. Sorry, but we cannot prorate dues.

Before joining, please review our bylaws here: Bylaws of Write by the Rails

We look forward to helping you meet your goals as a writer. If you have any questions, please contact us.

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Write by the Rails Membership Form

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