Black Women Writers Coalition
Welcome to Black Women Writers Coalition
Welcome to the BWWC!
Welcome to the Black Women Writers Coalition. We are writers, editors, coaches and above all, lovers of books. We meet on the last Saturday of the month at the Barnes & Nobles on 3651 Richmond Hwy in Alexandria VA at 10 am to discuss books, up coming literary events and to catch up on the projects we're working on. This group is a safe space for encouragement, motivation, friendship and comradery. We welcome new members.
About Us
Gail Perry
Briana Smith
Mahala Mitchell
Tara Reynolds
Amina Luqman-Dawson
Parris Elliott
TJ Buchanan-Robinson
Members
Dedication. Creativity. Passion.
The BWWC is comprised of a diverse group of black women who range in age, profession and educational background. We are writers, publishers, editors and screenwriters in various genres. Come meet our members, learn about their upcoming projects and published works!
Useful Information & Resources
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Grammarly - An AI toolthat helps you write better, clearer, and more persuasive texts across all the apps and sites you use
NaNoWriMo - An nonprofit organization that provides tools, structure, community and encouragement to help people find their voices, achieve creative goals, and build new worlds
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Black Women Writers Co. Upcoming Events
Spotify Audiobook Select
Submissions Open: November 4, 2025 to April 30, 2026.ects
Spotify Audiobook Selects is a new publishing program offering indie authors professional audio production, upfront payment, promotion and distribution to Spotify listeners around the world. This is held twice a year.
The current theme is all swoon-worthy tropes (any juicy themes like enemies to lovers, grumpy/sunshine, fake marriage, siblings' best friend, etc.). Only for new adult, adult romance novellas between 10,000 and 40,000 words. No erotica or children's content.
Author Opportunities:
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Professional audio production at no cost to the author
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Guaranteed advance and industry-standard royalties
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Marketing and production on Spotify and beyond
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Wide distribution with potential for translation
Capitol Book Fest
When: 3rd Thursday of Each Month
Time: 10am - 5pm EST
Cost: Free
Location: Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington DC 20004
Downtown DC's outdoor, pop-up bookstore is a monthly opportunity to shop thousands of gently used books, CDs, DVDs and vinal, all on sale for $6 or less. Books provided by Carpe Librum, a local bookstore benefitting nonprofit Turning the Page.
2026 National Book Festival
When: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time: 9 am to 8 pm 9 (doors open at 8:30 am)
Cost: Free
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
More information to come!
Regional Upcoming Events
Kids Storytime Event
When: Every Saturday
Time: 9:30-10:30 am EST
Cost: Free
Location: Old Town Books
130 S. Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
402-981-7778
This free event is open to all ages, but geared towards children two and up. Each week we read aloud a new favorite picture book! Come meet new bookish buddies and discover your next favorite book of your own.
Use the website to check out other events!
https://oldtownbooks.com/events/upcoming-events
Write Time Retreat
When: 7-28 September 2024 (Saturdays)
Time: 9:00 - 1:00 EST
Cost: $158
Location: Old Town Books
130 S. Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
402-981-7778
This event is an opportunity to strengthen your practice or start a new one with deliberate intention. During the retreat, attendees will move through gentle writing exercises that restore focus and encourage exploration. This half-day retreat is about committing intentional time on the page, supported warmth, food and a welcoming creative community.
The Write Women Book Fest - Author Expo & Reader Event
When: 2026
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
Location: TBA
The Women Write Book Fest 2025
Come out and support women writers from the local DMV! 100 women authors in a variety of genres present. There will be live poetry, author and literary services available, raffles, panel discussions and much more!
Use the link above to see information on the upcoming event for 2026!
Capitol Book Fest
When: 16 April, 21 May, 18 June, 16 July, 20 August, 17 September, 15 October, 19 November 2026Time: 10am - 5pm EST
Cost: Free
Location: Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington DC 20004
Downtown DC's outdoor, pop-up bookstore is a monthly opportunity to shop thousands of gently used books, CDs, DVDs and vinal, all on sale for $6 or less. Books provided by Carpe Librum, a local bookstore benefitting nonprofit Turning the Page.
19 September 2026 - Children's Book and Learning Festival
Williamsburg Book Festival - 2026
When: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: TBD
Location: Williamsburg VA
More information to come!
Upcoming Monthly
Meeting Agenda
2nd Writing Retreat: Germany 2027
BWWC Products and Marketing
Meeting Times
Barnes & Nobles
3651 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria VA 22305
Last Saturday of the Month
10am - 2pm