What we’re about
California Writers Club members write novels, short stories, screenplays, poetry, nonfiction articles, books, and more. Established in 1909, our mission is to educate writers of all genres and levels of expertise in the craft and marketing of their work.
The Orange County chapter is one of the largest and most active branches in the state. General meetings are held on the first Saturday of the month and feature a presentation by a publishing industry expert.
Visit calwritersorangecounty.org for more information.
Upcoming events
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Holiday Meeting and Member Open Mic
Anaheim Packing House, 440 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA, USGuest Speaker: YOU! California Writers Club Members
Topic: “Open Mic 2-Minute Readings”December 6th 2025
■ 9:00am - 9:30am Networking
■ 9:30am - 11:00am Guest SpeakerLet's have some fun! As we do each year, we get to know our members just a little bit better through their written words.
At this holiday meeting, California Writers Club members have the opportunity to read aloud 2 minutes of their written works to our audience.Keep in mind that readers will be limited to official members of the CWC. Come enjoy the original writings from heartfelt to humorous to mesmerizing to mysterious, discover kindred spirits among OC's finest writing community.
In January, our featured speaker format will return as the CWC Orange County chapter continues to provide education, inspiration, and motivation to local writers. But in the spirit of the holiday season, we take the time to get to know each other just a little better this month and share some written gems. Come join us!
To learn more about membership in the California Writers Club please visit: http://www.calwritersorangecounty.org
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Featured speaker meetings include networking, author book signings, and more. The Anaheim Packing House is excited to host our group in a historic building has been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee or pastry, and then listen to our featured speaker.
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Location:
Anaheim Packing House (Open Dining Area)
440 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805***
Admission:
FREE2 attendees
California Writers Club Orange County presents David Putnam
Anaheim Packing House, 440 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA, USGuest Speaker: David Putnam
Topic: “Writing by the Number: Sixteen Precepts to Write a Novel”The California Writers Club meets monthly for our featured speaker series focused on the craft and business of writing. Topics are presented by major authors, publishers, self-published writers, college professors, literary agents, and other professionals.
■ 9:00am - 9:30am Networking
■ 9:30am - 11:00am Guest SpeakerDuring his career in law enforcement, best-selling author David Putnam has worked in narcotics, violent crimes, criminal intelligence, hostage rescue, SWAT, and internal affairs, to name just a few. He’s the author of the best-selling Bruno Johnson crime series, the Dave Beckett, Bone Detective series, and the Misadventures of Imogene Taylor series as well as several standalone titles.
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Meetings will include networking, author book signings, and more. The Anaheim Packing House is excited to host our group in a historic building has been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee or pastry, and then listen to our featured speaker.***
To learn more about membership in the California Writers Club please visit: http://www.calwritersorangecounty.org***
Our venue, the Anaheim Packing House, is a historic building that's been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee, donut, or pastry, and listen to our featured speaker.
***
Location:
Anaheim Packing House (Open Dining Area)
440 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805***
Admission:
FREE2 attendees
California Writers Club Orange County presents Kate Gale
Anaheim Packing House, 440 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA, USGuest Speaker: Kate Gale
Topic: “Working with an Indie Press”The California Writers Club meets monthly for our featured speaker series focused on the craft and business of writing. Topics are presented by major authors, publishers, self-published writers, college professors, literary agents, and other professionals.
■ 9:00am - 9:30am Networking
■ 9:30am - 11:00am Guest SpeakerDr. Kate Gale is Publisher, Co-Founder, and Managing Editor of Red Hen Press and the Editor of the Los Angeles Review. She teaches Poetry at Chapman University. She is the author of seven books of poetry, including THE LONELIEST GIRL, THE GOLDILOCKS ZONE, and ECHO LIGHT. Her debut novel, UNDER A NEON SUN, debuted in April 2024. Her memoir, SWIMMING THE MILKY WAY, is forthcoming with Zando.
Kate has also written six librettos, including Rio de Sangre, a libretto for an opera with composer Don Davis, which had its world premiere in October 2010 at the Florentine Opera in Milwaukee, WI. She speaks on independent publishing around the U.S. at schools like USC, Columbia, and Oxford University. Her operas in process include The Web Opera and a piece centered on Che Guevara, featuring Cuban composer Armando Bayolo.
To learn more about the club and this month's scheduled speaker, visit http://www.calwritersorangecounty.org
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Meetings will include networking, author book signings, and more. The Anaheim Packing House is excited to host our group in a historic building has been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee or pastry, and then listen to our featured speaker.***
Our venue, the Anaheim Packing House, is a historic building that's been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee, donut, or pastry, and listen to our featured speaker.***
Location:
Anaheim Packing House (Open Dining Area)
440 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805***
Admission:
FREE2 attendees
California Writers Club Orange County presents Elle Jauffret
Anaheim Packing House, 440 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA, USGuest Speaker: Elle Jauffret
Topic: “Juggling Knives in the Dark: Combining Story Elements"The California Writers Club meets monthly for our featured speaker series focused on the craft and business of writing. Topics are presented by major authors, publishers, self-published writers, college professors, literary agents, and other professionals.
■ 9:00am - 9:30am Networking
■ 9:30am - 11:00am Guest SpeakerElle Jauffret is a French-born American attorney, Agatha Award nominee, PenCraft Award winner, and US military spouse. A graduate of Université Côte d’Azur Law School and The George Washington University Law School, she worked as a criminal attorney for the California Attorney General’s Office. Her debut novel was praised for its “powerful, complex, and compelling mystery” with a “unique French twist.”
She is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and International Thriller Writers. She lives in Southern California with her family, along the coast of San Diego County, which serves as the backdrop for her Suddenly French Mystery series. You can find her at https://ellejauffret.com or on social media @ellejauffret.
To learn more about the club and this month's scheduled speaker, visit http://www.calwritersorangecounty.org
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Meetings will include networking, author book signings, and more. The Anaheim Packing House is excited to host our group in a historic building has been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee or pastry, and then listen to our featured speaker.
***To learn more about membership in the California Writers Club please visit: http://www.calwritersorangecounty.org
***
Our venue, the Anaheim Packing House, is a historic building that's been converted into a “food hall” hosting dozens of food vendors. This will be a great place to grab your morning coffee, donut, or pastry, and listen to our featured speaker.
***
Location:
Anaheim Packing House (Open Dining Area)
440 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805***
Admission:
FREE2 attendees
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