Golden Crown Literary Society

Benefits You'll Receive When You Join The GCLS

Membership entitles you to several benefits, including:

The Crown newsletter (electronic access only)
Access to the discussion list
Access to real-time chats with authors and publishers

By joining the Golden Crown Literary Society you will be supporting:

Writers of lesbian literature
Recognition and awards for significant writing achievements
Greater understanding and promotion of lesbian literature
Events that showcase lesbian literature

Benefits to member writers include:

The opportunity to submit your work to be showcased and picked up by other promotional sources
Entry of all your published works on a listing at the GCLS for further promotion of your work
Connections with other writers for ideas, support, and networking
Information about entering writing contests for awards and prizes

Benefits to member publishers, bookstore owners, and industry insiders include:

Recognition for your publishing company, bookstore, or distribution outlet
The opportunity to network, discover new talent, and support other small lesbian presses, booksellers, and stores
Connections with other writers, editors, booksellers, and publishers for ideas, support and networking

The Crown is sponsored by GCLS and is a quarterly newsletter of book reviews, articles, events, contest listings, and other notices of interest to members. We are always on the lookout for literary events.