The writing community you’ve been looking for.
We’re here to help you thrive
Permission to Write has established itself as a vital resource for emerging Black fiction and nonfiction writers, providing essential community support, craft development, and industry connections in a publishing landscape where representation remains a persistent challenge. Since our founding, we have cultivated a dedicated community of writers who benefit from our workshops, digital spaces, and professional development resources.
Overcome your obstacles
Give yourself permission
The first step is telling yourself that your words matter.
Bring your ideas to life
Join our co-working sessions to spend time getting the work done.
Revise, Revise
Build with other writers that can help you polish those manuscripts and essays.
Publish
Take advantage of publishing opportunities big and small.
Choose your starting point
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Monthly Membership
$10/mo
Access to our growing library of online classes, special events, and quarterly check-ins, weekly emails on craft and more.
Annual Membership
$100/yr — Get 2 months free
Access to our growing library of online classes, special events, and quarterly check-ins, weekly emails on craft and more.
Get unlimited access to our full suite of programs when you become a member.
What our members are saying
GG Renee Hill
creative coach and author of Story Work: Field Notes on Self-Discovery and Reclaiming Your Narrative
“The classes are rich with information, and the instructors are generous and transparent. I rely on the power hours, quarterly check-ins, and craft emails to always provide me with a boost of creative energy and focus when I need it most. Thanks to the invaluable resources and connections offered by Permission to Write, I completed my book proposal and discovered the pitch fest that ultimately connected me with my literary agent. I can't recommend this community enough.”
Shanetta McDonald
Somatic Life Coach and Writer
"The Permission to Write community played a pivotal role in me reconnecting to my writing practice after giving birth to my daughter. The team, resources and talented, supportive mentors and writers were just what I needed to rekindle my passion and I'm forever grateful for them."
L’Oreal Thompson Payton
author of STOP WAITING FOR PERFECT
“Thank you for creating Permission to Write and giving writers of color this beautiful gift of community and accountability. Without PTW, there would be no book.”
Stay inspired and engaged with talented writers that have been a part of PTW.
