More than a century ago, in 1923, Nebraska writers, some nationally or internationally known, began to discuss forming a guild. Since its formation, that guild has grown to more than 200 members, some from outside the borders of Nebraska.
At their organizational meeting in Lincoln, February 18, 1925, the founders adopted their first Constitution. They wanted to promote a “spirit of fellowship of Nebraska writers” who would produce a “native literature.” They would encourage “recognition of professional writing” and support “those who possess talent for authorship.” By 1929, the Guild boasted 150 members. Today, the Nebraska Writers Guild maintains its Website at nebraskawriters.org. It hosts an annual conference and provides monthly Zoom workshops.
In the beginning, active members must have published books or achieved publication in “periodicals of recognized merit.” Today, the guild welcomes beginners, as well as experienced writers who help and support those beginners.
