Writers Guild Kenya Growth Cycle
What is Writers Guild Kenya?
Writers Guild Kenya is an association of writers dedicated to encouraging and guiding people to write and publish unique stories with a view to serving God and humanity through the pen.
Vision
To be an ideal home of writers where growth is valued by service to others, and impact in contributing to the well-being of humanity.
Mission
To grow an all-round writer, sensitive to the needs of humanity and geared towards the advancement of the well-being of others.
Values of Writers Guild- Kenya
- Service to God and humanity
Through all we do, our wish is to get closer to God and make others better.
- Family and friendship
Before anything else, we are friends and family
- Trial and error
Ours is to try our best within our limitations.
- Personalized attention
We value you as a person
- Lifelong learning
We develop programs and partnerships that advance our knowledge and skills at all levels. The key to this is reading and writing culture in ALL WE DO
- Ethical practice
We honor the beliefs, morals and values of the writing profession and help others do the same.
The Admission Process
Requirements to belong
(i) Strong desire to write
(ii)Willingness to commit to learn
(iii)Attitude of service; must be ready to help others grow.
Categories of Writing offered
- Fiction
- Non-fiction
- Poetry
- Online content creation.
Writers Guild-Kenya grows writers of all ages.
Steps to admission
- Show interest by filling in our membership system registration form here
- Be available for a brief interview with our staff
- Upon approval for our programs, proceed to pay the membership fee
- Join us for a mandatory but fun orientation where we show you around our virtual spaces
- Receive Certificate of Membership issued as proof of admission to Writers Guild Kenya. The membership is renewed yearly
Members Growth Cycle.
Daily
- Read a good book for at least 30 Minutes.
- Write at least 500 words (or in accordance with your daily target)
- Read Material by Member of WGK and share feedback with the member.
- Share a growth opportunity with other members on writing/reading or related areas.
Weekly
- Attend Ekklesia(equivalent) or any event organized by WGK
- Reach out to Mentor/Mentee/Growth Partner
- Check WGK Noticeboard for Updates
Monthly
- Review the book read
- Attend a Bookclub discussion.
- Take Part in Partner Event
- Apply for a Writing Opportunity (Retreat, workshop etc.).
- Visit WGK Bookshop
Quarterly
- Take part in Reading/Writing Drive to share the knowledge with others
- Organize a Reading Patron session.
- Engage in a non-writing/reading charity event.
Yearly
- Publish a book (or equivalent according to the target).
- Take part in the Programs offered by WGK.
- Attend a writers retreat/residency
The curve is evaluated yearly before a renewal request is granted.
General benefits of being a Member of WGK
- Exposure to a million and one opportunities for growth
- A special discount on every purchase of books at WGK Bookshop.
- Peer review of your work.
- Professional guidance on your writing.
- Select discount on Writers Guild Kenya Programs.
- A chance to network globally with writers and other stakeholders
- Keeping you informed on information relevant to you
- Dedicated support in your writing journey
Specific Ways to Join Us
At Writers Guild, we currently offer four programs, meaning regardless of the stage you’re in as a writer, we got you covered.
You can join as a:
- Affiliate Beginner
- Intermediate Affiliate
- Incubate Member
- Author Member
- Corporate Partner
Which Program Should You Choose?
Good question! Each of these programs come with different benefits, which are crafted for different growth level writers. Explore more below and then fill out this form for consideration.
1. Affiliate Beginner
2. Intermediate Affiliate
3. Incubate Member
4. Author Member
5. Tunza Member
6. Corporate Partner
1. Affiliate Beginner
1. Affiliate Beginner
Cost: Ksh. 1500 (USD 15)
Who’s an Affiliate Beginner
- Has a passion for writing but hasn’t started out yet.
- Has no blog/vlog, or published works.
- Is yet to identify his/her area(s) of interest.
- Has not published a book.
- Is generally interested in writing but requires basic guidance to start
Benefits of Affiliate Beginner Membership
- Dedicated mentorship from senior writers
- Exposure to opportunities
- Exposure to writing and reading platforms
- A chance to discern areas of strength in writing.
- Opportunity to take part in WGK Book Club.
- Access to members-only events and privileges
- Chance to take part in Write Ignition to graduate to Intermediate Affiliate.
- Opportunity to network with stakeholders in the writing industry
2. Intermediate Affiliate
2. Intermediate Affiliate
Cost: Ksh. 3000 (USD 30)
Who’s an Intermediate affiliate
- Has a blog (or an outlet channel) and needs improvement.
- Has published a book but needs guidance to get the best from it
- Has done a course on writing but has not actively been writing.
- Has discerned areas of interest but does not know much in the area.
- Has actually started writing, but would wish to have more guidance
- Needs support to get the best of writing passion
Benefits of Intermediate Affiliate Membership
- Dedicated mentorship by senior writers.
- Discount on Professional Guidance and mentorship
- Access to Members-only events and privileges.
- Discount on bookshop commission for distribution arrangement.
- Opportunity to network in the writing industry.
- Access to Intermediate Affiliate only custom Programs
- Professional mentorship by Incubate Members
- Discount on selected Programs by WGK.
- Limited support in book distribution and marketing e.g organizing a book launch
3. Incubate Member
3. Incubate Member
Cost: Ksh.3,000 (USD 30)
Who’s an Incubate Member
- Has discerned their area of interest and seeks to be a professional in the area
- Seeks to understand the writing industry to uncover new opportunities
- Has taken a Professional Program at WGK
Benefits of Incubate Membership Program
- Dedicated follow up and continuous learning for 1 year
- Professional mentorship and guidance by Tunza Members
- Access to Incubate members-only Programs
- Discount on Publishing with Writers Guild-Kenya
- Discount on the next Program taken by Writers Guild-Kenya
- WGK pays the first registration fee for a year.
- A chance to consult for Writers Guild-Kenya on areas of expertise
4. Author Member
4. Author Member
Cost: Kshs 3,000 (USD 30)
Who’s an Author Member
- An author whose book/material has been accepted for stocking and distribution.
- Has registered to be an Author member of WGK
Benefits of Joining as an Author
- Introduction to a vibrant network of authors for peer engagement.
- Access to taking part in avenues of selling your book e.g Book Tour, Book Fair etc.
- Select discount on professional marketing and advertising avenues by WGK or its partners.
- Access to professional training for authors on areas of interest
5. Tunza Member
5. Tunza Member
No registration fees but mandatory approval by Trustees of WGK
Who’s a Tunza Member?
- A Tunza member is one who has understood the spirit of WGK and is willing to volunteer and carry the burdens & joys of WGK
Benefits of Tunza Membership
- A chance to consult for Writers Guild-Kenya on the area of expertise
- Sharing of information and opportunities relevant to you.
6. Corporate Partner
6. Corporate Partner
Requisite approval by Trustees is required for membership.
Who’s a Corporate Partner?
These are entities run by either Members of Writers Guild Kenya or persons who draw inspiration from the spirit of Writers Guild Kenya. They include Writing Chapters run individually in different locations but which together draw strength from the spirit of Writers Guild Kenya. The organizations are independently run by their respective vision bearers.
Benefits of Corporate Partnership Package
- A chance to consult for Writers Guild-Kenya on areas of expertise.
- Sharing of information and opportunities relevant for you
- Working together with WGK for the greater good of all
