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AWSA Member Benefits
AWSA Isn’t a Directory Subscription. It’s a Sisterhood.
We’re Christian women called to write and/or speak professionally—and we do that work alongside sisters who understand the calling, the challenges, and the joys.
AWSA offers fellowship, prayer, training, conferences, mastermind groups, professional courses, speaking training and opportunities, advanced focus groups, book contests and awards, plus opportunities to be featured in our national publications, Arise Daily and Leading Hearts Magazine.
These opportunities are part of the AWSA member experience. Some programs require separate registration or additional fees, while others are included as part of AWSA membership.
You don’t have to pursue your calling alone. Come grow, connect, pray, and open doors together.
Connect with Your AWSA Sisters
Annual AWSA Conference
Come together with your AWSA sisters for our annual conference filled with fellowship, worship, prayer, professional training, inspiring speakers, industry connections, and plenty of fun. Build friendships and connections that can last a lifetime.
Explore ConferencesSuperstars — For Authors of Multiple Books
For sisters who have written five or more books, enjoy our special pre-conference retreat and monthly Superstars Mastermind Group—created especially for our seasoned authors.
Explore AWSA Superstars →Wherever You Are on Your Journey, There’s a Place for You
AWSA Protégé
Ready to write your first book for the Christian market? AWSA Protégé offers coaching, teaching, community, and conference opportunities to help you move toward your first book. Haven’t written your first book yet? Select Protégé when you apply.
Learn About AWSA ProtégéGrow Your Skills
AWSA Coaching Certification
If you’ve ever wanted to become a certified coach, this program could be just the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Work with Coach Dawn Damon and other experienced professionals as you fast-track your way to confidently helping others—and finding paying coaching clients.
Learn About Coach Certification
AWSA POWER Speaker Certification
Take your speaking to the next level with Linda Evans Shepherd and Karen Porter in our five-week POWER Speaker Certification course. Create powerful presentations and outstanding messages with unforgettable stories. Win hearts for Christ and inspire real audience transformation. Grow your skills and build credibility as you expand your speaking opportunities.
Explore POWER Speaker CertificationBuild Your Platform & Visibility
Leading Hearts Magazine
Be Our Cover Girl in our official AWSA magazine! Leading Hearts is a multiple Evangelical Press Association award-winning women’s magazine. Be featured in issues we take to National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) and Christian Product Expo (CPE)—and get noticed by industry leaders, readers, and ministry professionals. Build your visibility through featured articles and advertising in our prestigious, award-winning publication.
Visit Leading Hearts MagazineArise Daily Devotionals
Be part of our EPA Award-Winning daily devotional, reaching inboxes around the world. Share your heart, encourage our sisters, and inspire readers everywhere.
Visit Arise DailyPrayer, Support & Sisterhood
Prayer + Mastermind Groups
Along with our monthly prayer meetings, our mastermind groups give you a place to share what you’re working on, get the help you need, and receive meaningful prayer support.
Explore AWSA Mastermind Groups →Celebrate Excellence
Golden Scroll Awards & Christian Market Book Awards
Celebrating Excellence in Christian Publishing! The Golden Scroll Awards honor outstanding books by AWSA members, while the Christian Market Book Awards recognize exceptional books from AWSA authors and authors throughout the Christian publishing world. We also celebrate outstanding Christian publishing leadership with our special leadership awards.
Explore Golden Scroll AwardsWrite for Our World-Wide Publications
Get your words in front of readers! AWSA members have opportunities to write for our EPA award-winning Leading Hearts magazine and our award-winning online devotional, Arise Daily—two trusted platforms sharing faith, encouragement, and hope with readers around the world.
Join Our Online Gatherings
Stay connected with your AWSA sisters throughout the year through special online gatherings designed for fellowship, encouragement, prayer, learning, and fun!
AWSA Connect
Gather with your AWSA sisters for worship, an inspiring keynote, prizes, fellowship, and small-group prayer.
Arise Esther
Invite your friends! These free gatherings for AWSA sisters and women everywhere feature inspiring keynotes, practical workshops, worship, and small-group connection.
Prayer Hubs
Join us each month to pray together and encourage one another.
Facebook Live Interviews
Tune in for conversations, encouragement, and insights from AWSA sisters and special guests.
Visit AWSA on Facebook →Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
Because sisterhood should be fun, too! Celebrate Christmas with laughter, fellowship, prizes, and some truly questionable sweaters.
Ready to Find Your Place in AWSA?
Whether you’re preparing to write your first Christian book, are an established author, or are called to speak and encourage others, there’s a place for you among the AWSA sisters.
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