What we’re about
The Women’s National Book Association was established in 1917 and celebrated the organization’s centennial in 2017 with a series of literary events nationwide, a publication celebrating the history of women in the world of books, a list of 100 essential books by women authors, and a grant to a non-profit literacy organization—culminating in a gala celebration in October 2018 where the next WNBA Award winner will be honored.
The WNBA-SF chapter is a vibrant, broad-based group of women founded in 1968 by Effie Lee Morris, a Black educator, activist, and librarian. Our members are women in the "world of words" who engage with books: through reading, writing, publishing, selling(bookstore owners), distributing and through library science. Check out our exciting calendar of events!
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See all- Virtual Pitch-O-Rama 2025Link visible for attendees
Are you developing a concept for a new book?
Do you have a manuscript in progress?
Have you always wanted to publish that book you’ve been working on for years?
If this sounds like you, we would love to invite you to Pitch-O-Rama 2025!
We are happy to announce Women's National Book Association - San Francisco Chapter will continue to host Pitch-O-Rama as a virtual event. On April 5th, 2024, writers will be given the opportunity to pitch their works to agents and editors for publication from wherever they are in the world.
Everyone is welcome to participate!
Register at WNBA-SFCHAPTER.ORG to pitch your book idea to agents and publishers!
New to Pitch-O-Rama? Pitch-O-Rama is an annual event where we bring in a set of publishing professionals to share their knowledge of the publishing industry. During the event, you will be able to practice your pitch with coaches and fellow writers, and then share that pitch with an expert who will provide advice on taking your writing project to the next level.
A chance like this is an invaluable learning experience that could put you on the path to publication. We hope to see you there!
Register at WNBA-SFCHAPTER.ORG
**Early Bird Special: $10 OFF for both WNBA-SF Members and Non-members
$75 for WNBA-SF members, $115 for Non-members
*Early Bird Special of $10 off registration for POR 2025 expires on 12/31/2024
After 12/31/2024, registration is as below:
$85 for WNBA-SF members, $125 for Non-membersFor tips on pitching your work: CLICK HERE!
Stay tuned! We will reveal the list of attending agents and editors in early 2025.
Learn more and register at WNBA-SFCHAPTER.ORG
