FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for the Horror Writers Association (HWA)

General HWA Questions

The Horror Writers Association is a literary organization dedicated to promoting dark literature and supporting horror writers globally.

Membership is open to professional and aspiring writers of horror fiction, non-fiction, screenplays, poetry, and other forms of dark literature, as well as agents, editors, publishers, and others involved in the production and promotion of horror literature. For more information, visit https://horror.org/join-now-choose-the-appropriate-category/.

Interested individuals can apply for membership through the HWA website. There are different membership categories based on professional experience and achievements in the field of horror writing. Membership regulations, including qualifications for the different levels, can be found here: https://horror.org/join-now-choose-the-appropriate-category/.

Benefits include access to exclusive resources, mentorship programs, networking opportunities, eligibility for scholarships and grants, participation in HWA-sponsored events, and the opportunity to vote in the Bram Stoker Awards®.

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The Bram Stoker Awards® are presented annually by the HWA to honor superior achievement in horror literature across various categories, including novels, short stories, non-fiction, and screenwriting.

Yes, the HWA offers a variety of resources for emerging writers, including a mentorship program, writing workshops, scholarships, and opportunities to connect with established professionals in the genre.

Information about upcoming events, conferences, and workshops can be found on the HWA’s website and through its newsletters and social media channels.

The HWA is involved in several outreach programs aimed at educating the public about horror literature and supporting horror writers, including library and school programs, public readings, and panel discussions.

Yes, the HWA offers affiliate memberships for fans and enthusiasts of horror literature who may not be writers themselves but wish to support the genre and the association.

Contributions can be made by becoming a member, volunteering for HWA programs, donating to scholarship funds, or participating in HWA events and initiatives.

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The Horror Writers Association is a literary organization dedicated to promoting dark literature and supporting horror writers globally.

To join the HWA, visit our membership page and fill out the application form.

Membership Renewal Questions

Please check your Spam/Junk folders and ensure that the domains horror.org and wildapricot.org have been added to your safe-senders list. You may also login into your account directly at wildapricot.org and pay the invoice there. For a walk-thru, please visit https://hwa46.wildapricot.org/How-To-Use-This-Site

Our grace period extends into March. As long as you’re renewed before the grace period ends, your account will remain active.

Please contact our Membership Team directly.

Should you wish to renew late or rejoin at any point in the future, simply email admin@horror.org or the Membership Team at Membership@horror.org and they can restore your profile. This will prevent the need to re-apply.

Horror University

Horror University courses can be found here: https://horror-university.teachable.com/courses. Membership is required for eligible discount codes. https://horror.org/members-only/2017/05/29/discounts-program/#horroru

Technical Issues

Wild Apricot Login Issues

If you’ve forgotten your password, use the “Change Password” link on either the HWA WildApricot homepage or the “Forgot Your Email or Password” link on the WildApricot.com sign-in page (https://register.wildapricot.com/login). We do not have access to your password and cannot tell you what it is. Contact webmaster@horror.org if you still cannot log in. Note any error messages you’re receiving, and screenshots are helpful.

HWA Password Issues

We have consolidated member logins to one portal. This is controlled by your Wild Apricot account. This is also how you access your directory listing, manage your invoices, and renew your membership. That password can be reset by following the instructions here: http://hwa46.wildapricot.org/How-To-Use-This-Site

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