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What Is I'm a Florida Writer?
“I’m a Florida Writer” is our invitation to every writer to share your story, celebrate your writer identity, and be recognized for helping shape Florida's vibrant literary community.
This program highlights the diversity of Florida writers and the remarkable things they create. Tell us about your writing journey and what it means to be a Florida Writer for a chance to be featured across FWA platforms.
Meet the Writers
Meet the writers who help make the Sunshine State a literary destination.
Coming Soon — a showcase of Florida Writers!
Share your story for an opportunity to be featured here and across the FWA channels! Featured writers are updated regularly so check back to meet our latest writers.
Join the Movement!
Being a Florida Writer is about sharing your story, connecting with others, and celebrating the community that shapes us all. Here’s how to get involved:
- Share Your Story. Tell us about your writing journey and why you're proud to be a Florida Writer for a chance to be featured on the official FWA channels. Fill out our form here.
- Get Social with Florida Writers. Use #ImAFloridaWriter to connect with other writers. Tag Florida Writers Association on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn for a chance to be featured on our social media channels.
- Use Our Digital Toolkit. Download FREE social media templates and Zoom backgrounds — all designed to help you celebrate your writer identity. Check out the toolkit below.
- Wear Your Writer Identity. Grab "I'm a Florida Writer" or "Ask Me About My Book" merchandise from our store. Wear it (or drink from it) proudly to share your writer identity and spark conversations. Visit our store here.
- Celebrate in person. Join us at Florida WritersCon 2026 to celebrate our milestone anniversary and meet other Florida Writers in-person!
Digital Toolkit
We’ve made it easy to celebrate your identity as a Florida Writer. Our free digital toolkit gives you everything you need to participate and share proudly:
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I'm a Florida Writer and... Fill In Social Media Graphic Use this fill-in the blank Canva template for an easy way to share your writer identity and connect with your network and followers! |
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Book Promotion Social Media Graphic Have a book? Use this customizable Canva template to share your Florida Writer identity and your work! Perfect for book launches, old favorites, or your latest release. |
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I'm a Florida Writer Zoom Backgrounds
Hide your messy bookshelf with these fun Zoom backgrounds! These are direct downloads from Google Drive and can work with a variety of video call platforms. |
Need some help using the customizable Canva templates? Check out this tutorial video!
Wear (or drink) Your Writer Identity
Celebrating 25 years of Florida’s literary community calls for a little visible writer pride.
Our I’m a Florida Writer merchandise lets you carry that identity into the world — whether it’s a t-shirt at your next book fair event, a tote bag full of library books, or a coffee mug fueling your next writing session.
PS, don't forget to tag us on social media or use the hashtag #ImAFloridaWriter so we can see your merch!
Become Part of Florida’s Literary Community
Being a Florida Writer is about knowledge, opportunities, and connection. When you join the Florida Writers Association, you gain access to:
- A statewide network of writers across every genre
- Tools, resources, and digital assets to amplify your work
- Conference registration, workshops, and exclusive events
- Opportunities to submit to the FWA anthology, Collection and the FWA magazine, The Florida Writer
Join now and celebrate not only your story, but the collective story of Florida’s literary community.