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The Gulf Coast Writers Association Inc., Southwest Florida’s 28-year-old meeting ground for writers, editors and their associates, invites the public to attend its meeting Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon, at which the winners of its 2023 writing contest will read from their winning works.

Awards in the adult section were made to persons 18 years and older in three categories: Nonfiction, Poetry, and Fiction. Of the nine winners, eight are expected to be reading in person and one will be reading remotely via Zoom. Awards were made in the youth section (ages 11-17) in one all-inclusive category. One of the youths is expected to be reading in person.

The readings will take place at GCWA’s monthly meeting at the Fort Myers Beach Masonic Lodge / Peace Community Church, 17671 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers Beach. The readings will be the featured part of the meeting and are expected to begin at 10:30 a.m.

Founded in 1995, the Gulf Coast Writers Association Inc. provides a forum for fellowship, education and information for writers, editors and associates. Based in Fort Myers, the organization attracts members from throughout Southwest Florida, including Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel and Punta Gorda. At monthly meetings, speakers and workshops offer expert advice on such topics as writing techniques, publishing, and marketing.

GCWA monthly meetings are open to the public. There is no cost to attend GCWA monthly meetings for members and first-time guests; subsequent visitors pay $5.

GCWA’s website is https://gulfwriters.org/. Follow GCWA on X (Twitter): @GCWA_SWFL.