About Emerald Coast Writers
We offer programs, workshops, awards, critique sessions, open mics and related activities for members and the public. Emerald Coast Writers sponsors an annual student poetry writing contest, publishes an anthology biannually, and maintains the Dr. Francis P. Cassidy Writers Resource Center in Pensacola Cultural Center.
Publishing Opportunities
Emerald Coast Writers members are encouraged to send work to our new Editor, Katie Rankin, at [email protected] for publication in ECW’s monthly newsletter,
The Legend. Emerald Coast Writers also publishes the biennial anthology, Emerald Coast Review.
Youth Writing Contest 2023
UPDATE: The contest deadline has been extended to MARCH 31ST!
Our annual youth writing contest is now active and open for submissions for all public, private, and home-schooled Escambia and Santa Rosa County students in grades K-12.
Contest details here..
Board of Directors Election
At the February Annual Meeting, ECW will elect new officers and directors.
See information on our upcoming elections here..
Dues Reminder
As a reminder for all members, ECW membership dues are due January 1 of each year.
You can pay your dues online here..