About Us
About Us
Our Mission
In 2011, Writers League of the Villages was founded in partnership with The Villages Recreation Department.
Our mission is to offer support and education to all published and unpublished WLOV members; to collaborate with other writing groups and literary organizations; and to cooperatively promote The Villages as a cultural center for the arts.
In 2019, Writers League of the Villages (WLOV) became a 501(c)(3) non-profit and established a Scholarship Committee.
Membership is open to all residents of The Villages whether they are writers or readers. If you're not a Villager you can still join as an associate member.
General Information
Monthly meetings focus on all aspects of writing. Many members are published authors willing to share their knowledge and experience. Learning from each other is a hallmark of our meetings. We do not meet in June or July.
Our Members
We currently have more than 280 members, many of whom are published authors.Typically, 75 members attend our monthly meetings, but fewer in the summer months.
Education
Professional speakers are scheduled throughout the year at monthly meetings. Panel discussions are held along with special events. A hallmark of our gatherings is to meet and network with other writers to share experiences and expertise.
Networking
Special events take place throughout the seasons. One of our biggest is the annual WLOV Central Florida Book Expo usually held in January of each year. Watch for more information.
When and where we meet
When: the second Wednesday of every month (except June and July.)
Time: Meetings are held from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. EST
Where: Laurel Manor Recreation Center, 1985 Laurel Manor Drive, The Villages, FL.
It is at the intersection of Buena Vista Boulevard and Route 466.
Who: Villagers are always welcome to join us!
Membership Benefits
- Improve your writing skills
- Learn marketing skills
- Hear the latest trends
- Hear about the latest writing scams
- Network with writers and meet new friends
- Attend special events
- Receive our monthly newsletter
- Be in our Book Catalogue
"One glance at a book and you hear the voice of another person, perhaps someone (of long ago). To read is a voyage through time." -Carl Sagan