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Gulf Coast Writers Association, serving Southwest Florida and beyond,
is the largest and liveliest writing community in Southwest Florida.
We’ve been gathering since 1995, long before Zoom was a thing,
and we’re still showing up in person every month in
Fort Myers, Florida, with real speakers, real snacks,
and really passionate writers.

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Not just any success, but this is the Key To author Success. Join us at our in-house May meeting to welcome Anne Jacob and Robert Jacob, who will share with us amazing information on:

  • Understanding the Book Industry Standards
  • Finding Highly Qualified, Collaborative Professionals
  • Entering Contests and Awards
  • Question-and-Answer Session

Spotlight

Member Spotlight: Jeanne Meeks

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April Member Spotlight is member and GCWA Vice President, Jeanne Meeks. An inspirational author of six books, she has written adventure mysteries, young adult fiction, and cozy mysteries. She is currently working on a historical fiction novel. Jeanne has written Rim to RimWolf PackGator BaitKiller ServeThe Neighbor’s Wife, and most recently, Freaks, Inc. Find out more about each on Jeanne’s website.
Ms. Meeks now writes full-time and is Vice President of Gulf Coast Writers in Florida. She reads extensively and edits the work of other authors. When not writing, Jeanne hikes, bikes, kayaks, entertains the grandchildren, volunteers with the local historical society, and plays tennis (lots of tennis), pickleball, or golf.


Let’s Celebrate!

Please join us in celebrating our members’ most recent accomplishments.


Becoming a GCWA member is your opportunity to
grow your brand and drive traffic to your book.
Don’t miss your chance to shine.
Join today!

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