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Welcome to WriteHive!
Our mission is to foster a safe, diverse community and provide free, inclusive events and resources for all writers, breaking the paywall for authors looking to advance their writing career.
Everyone deserves a supportive and empowering literary community.
Why WriteHive?
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It's FREE
Everything we do is free
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Inclusive
Our vision is to create a supportive and empowering literary community, especially for marginalized individuals
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Multifaceted Community
We don't just cater to the traditional author pathway. WH believes that indie press and self-pub authors should share the bookshelf with traditionally published books. Thus, our workshops, event, and programming reflect that.
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WriteHive Annual Conference
July 10 – 12, 2026
Registration opens June 8th!
Surviving Humanity Anthology on Sale NOW!
The world is changing, we must find the strength and the will to survive.
Humanity can be beautiful and resilient, but it can also be violent and cruel. In this collection of fifteen insightful and inventive tales, discover characters—both human and otherwise—who have the determination and grit to find a path to a life beyond the cruelty brought on by humanity’s failures. Follow each of these intriguing protagonists as they struggle to navigate their worlds and find their way to a new and redefined future, no matter the cost.
Featuring Stories by: Emily Dodge, Dawn Vogel, Laura L. Dennis, Parker M. O’Neill, Ezra Wu, Christopher R. Muscato, Amanda Blake, Mia Dalia, Camden Rose, Meghan E. Hart
Edited by: Justine Manzano
Sold by Inked in Gray Press. All profits donated to WriteHive to support programming, grants, and events.
Sponsored Writer Award
Submissions for our 2026 Sponsored Writer Awards are now open! Submissions close June 14, 2026. The winner will be announced announced during the Annual Conference.
Watch this space or join our newsletter to be notified when applications open.
WriteHive Lite Retreat
WriteHive Lite is a FREE, virtual writing retreat held annually in October. During the two-day event, attendees have the opportunity to connect with other writers, hone their craft, and receive feedback from professional editors. It’s also perfect for writers who need a set time to sit and focus on writing or revising.
Join our Discord Community
The WriteHive Discord is our central community. We have a variety of channels catered toward authors who are seeking writing advice and camaraderie. Whether you are looking for a new playlist, searching for a literary job, or wondering about character development, we have something for you.
Help us grow!
We are a global community and we want to reach writers across the globe. Our events and programs impact writers by offering free:
- Writer Workshops
- Mentorships
- Scholarships
- Awards
- Volunteer Opportunities
Here’s how you can help support the hive!
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Welcome to WriteHive!
Annual Conference
July 11 - 13th
Join out FREE three day conference of panels, presentations, workshops and more!
We’ll be hosting many of your favorite indie, self-pub and traditionally published authors and publishing professionals!
Sponsored Writer Award
Applications Open May 12 to June 12, 2025
We will be awarding $500 grants at the Annual Conference! You must have a fully written manuscript and want free money to fund publishing-related expenses from cover art to editing and much more!
Prepare your blurb/query letter and apply!
Partner with WriteHive
Help support the writing community. Learn about us and what we can do for you.
Thanks to our sponsors and partners, WriteHive is able to continue to provide FREE programs to the writing community.
