Welcome to the online home of the

Military Writers Society of America

SAVING HISTORY ONE STORY AT A TIME

Click on our logo to learn more about MWSA membership benefits, join our organization, or renew your existing membership.

Click on our logo to learn more about MWSA membership benefits, join our organization, or renew your existing membership.

Who we are

We are a nationwide association of authors, poets, and artists drawn together by the common bond of military service. Most of our members are active-duty military, retirees, or military veterans. A few are lifelong civilians who have chosen to honor our military through their writings or their art. Our only core principle is a love of the men and women who defend this nation and a deeply personal understanding of their sacrifice and dedication.

Our skills are varied. Some of us are world-class writers, with many successful books. Others write only for the eyes of their friends and families. But each of us has a tale to tell. Each of us is part of the fabric of Freedom. These are our stories…

Feel free to browse our site and get to know our organization, our members, and their work. 

Thanks very much for visiting.

Why Join MWSA?

Membership Options

  • We have convenient membership term options—the longer the term, the greater the discount

    • 1-year—$50

    • 2-year—$90 (10% discount)

    • 3-year—$120 (20% discount)

  • You can become an associate member for free, but you won’t be able to enjoy all the benefits listed below.

  • If you have questions, visit our FAQs page or contact our membership secretary

 Member Benefits

▼ Join a community of writers with a connection to the military

  • Wide range of interests and experience
    • From first-time writers looking for guidance to...
    • Authors with decades of experience and multi-thousand book sales

▼ Submit your book for Review and Award Consideration

  • Membership required in order to have your book considered
  • Recognition by MWSA review and/or award helps in your marketing and "brand-building"
  • Your book receives a review
  • Your book will be listed on our various social media syndication options:
  • Awards granted for high-scoring books
  • Get feedback from three reviewers
  • Comparable paid reviews cost 3-10 times as much*
  • Click here for more information

*Source: Comparison of IndieReader, Kirkus, Self-Publishing, and BlueInk Review sites (Review cost $195-$495).

▼ Network with fellow writers

▼ Get exposure for your book

▼ Sharpen your writing skills

▼ Get feedback on your book or manuscript

▼ Get published

▼ Take advantage of our informational offerings

  • Member Resource Directory

    • Listings of publishers, editors, helpers
    • Writers Education
    • Various books, websites, and blogs to help with your writing
    • Includes a submission form so you can share items of interest with your fellow MWSA authors

  • “Now What?” (series of articles providing details on MWSA benefits and suggested actions)

  • Tips and Tricks—articles with a wide variety of information to help during your writing, publishing, marketing, etc.

  • Zooming with MWSA—learn how to take advantage of Zoom

▼ Pay it Forward by helping others

  • All the programs listed above require VOLUNTEERS; Pay it Forward by sharing what’s worked for you or by volunteering for any of our programs.
  • We can always use your help!
“Authors are stronger when they exchange ideas, share resources, and support one another”
— Brian Feinblum, The Writer magazine

Who can join, and what is the cost?

▼ Membership Requirements

  • An active member pays a prescribed annual dues and meets any of the following:
    • Presently serving in the United States military,
    • Served in the United States military,
    • Is an immediate family member of one of the above, or
    • Is an active writer of military related books and/or articles that do not disparage the United States military.
  • Most of us are veterans—or spouses of veterans—but we're basically looking for people who care about our country and its military.
  • Associate membership is free and allows folks to "test the waters" before joining and paying dues. However, our associate members don't get access to all our programs and benefits.

▼ Dues

  • $50 per year with discounts for longer-term membership (see FAQs page for details)

▼ Okay, I'm convinced; how do I join?

  • Just fill out our new member form
  • Once you provide your contact details, you’ll be able to pay via secure online transaction.

MWSA Reviews & Awards

One of our primary missions is to provide our MWSA authors with an objective evaluation and a written review of their work.

Our annual book submission season runs from January 2 through June 1. 

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Dispatches Magazine

Dispatches is the quarterly publication
OF the Military Writers’ Society of America.

Click here for details or to submit an article

Upcoming Events

MWSA Events and Deadlines
Plot and Story Arc – Jim Tritten
2025 General Membership Conference
2026 Awards Season Submission Window Opens

MWSA Store

Available for Purchase

  • Submit your book for Review & Award Consideration

  • Submit your book to our free online library (restrictions apply)

  • Extra Award Stickers (Gold, Silver, Bronze) for your book

click here to visit our store (opens in new window)

 New! MWSA Merch Store

Here’s your chance to purchase MWSA-themed clothing, hats, etc.

The store is hosted by a vendor who shares profits with MWSA.

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 Why Donate to MWSA?

MWSA is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit with a long history of service to the veteran community. Your contributions

  • May be tax-deductible

  • Contribute to various programs for veterans

  • Help veterans preserve history and tell their stories

  • Will benefit an organization with a proven record of integrity and trustworthiness

    • The Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) has earned a Gold Seal of Transparency with @CandidDotOrg! Candid is the primary organization that rates non-profits.

    • For updates on MWSA’s impact through its #NonprofitProfile, please see the MWSA Candid Link.


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