"We’re igniting a literary revolution where Black girl magic spills onto every page, and our stories become bestsellers, big screens, and cultural game-changers.”
about the lit lounge
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The Lit Lounge is Black Girls Who Write’s official membership platform for our community. The Lit Lounge is your VIP pass to a supportive community, expert resources, and game-changing opportunities tailored for Black women writers. We're here to amplify your voice, supercharge your skills, and connect you with your literary sisters.
The Lit Lounge is where Black women writers and creatives come to slay the page, level up their craft, and build empires with words.
We're here to:
Create a vibe where creativity flows effortlessly
Serve up career-boosting resources hotter than the latest tea
Connect you with your writer tribe – because magic happens when we link up
Amplify our voices until the whole world has no choice but to listen
Equip you with the tools to turn your writing dreams into 'can't-put-it-down' reality
From manuscripts to moguls, we're not just membership – we're a movement.
Join us in The Lit Lounge, where every Black woman's story becomes a bestseller in the making.
Take a look below to see our membership tiers!
take a glimpse into the
lit lounge
🔑 Membership Chats
Access to our community spaces and real-time chats. Community spaces are also customized by region (U.S. and International)
🔑 Workshops + Virtual Events
Join us with industry experts to take your writing or content creator career to the next level!
🔑 Coaching Sessions with our Founder
Get access to our founder for social and brand audits, and pick her brain about social media, influencer marketing, events, and more.
*Exclusive to certain tiers.
🔑 Dedicated Spaces
We’ve created dedicated spaces for you to learn more about the depths of marketing, business/finances, and legal. This is the gateway to turn your brand into a top-tier business!
🔑 Black Girls Who Edit
Get access to our Editorial Agency, peer-to-peer feedback on your content and book, writing tips, and more! Members will receive a 10% discount on all BGWE services.
🔑 Writing & Content Creator Opportunities
Get access to career opportunities and exclusive campaigns!
membership options
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membership options ✨
A dedicate community for authors, writers, and literary creators without distractions.
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for the community
With this membership, you have the following benefits:
✨Community Channel Access
✨Monthly Virtual Workshops
✨Grant and writing opportunities
✨Discount with Guardian Tax Preparers (Taxes or Bookkeeping)
✨Access to Legal Consulting
✨10% off Creative Connection Retreat or any other ticketed events
✨and more...
💰 Enriching Membership Value - $1,000+
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for the learner
With this membership, you have the following benefits:
✨Community Channel Access
✨Quarterly Group Coaching Calls the Founder
✨Exclusive Quarterly Merch (Must be a member for at least 3 months before you can receive merch)
✨Bi-monthly exclusive workshops with well-known industry thought leaders
✨Grant and writing opportunities
✨Monthly Virtual Workshops
✨Access to Legal Consulting
✨20% off Creative Connection Retreat
✨Exclusive events & workshops
✨Discount with Guardian Tax Preparers (Taxes and/or Bookkeeping)
✨Access to Legal Consulting
✨and more...
💰 Savant Membership Value - $5,000+
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for the boss
With this membership, you have the following benefits:
✨Quarterly Social Media Audits
✨Custom Book Cover Designs (1st come first serve)
✨Bi-Quarterly Brand Audits
✨Community Channel Access
✨Monthly Group Coaching Calls the Founder
✨Exclusive Quarterly Merch (Must be a member for at least 3 months before you can receive merch)
✨Bi-monthly exclusive workshops with well-known industry thought leaders
✨Grant and writing opportunities
✨Virtual Workshops
✨Access to Legal Consulting
✨25% off Creative Connection Retreat
✨Discount with Guardian Tax Preparers
✨Exclusive in-person events & workshops
✨and more...
💰 Luminary Membership Value - $10,000+
💜 25 slots available for this tier
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faq’s about the lit lounge
🙋🏾♀️ What is The LIT Lounge?
The LIT Lounge is a safe community space for Black Women who are aspiring or current authors, screenwriters, writers, and literary/film content creators.
🙋🏾♀️ Can I write the LIT Lounge off as a business expense?
Yes, considering this membership is for education and community, you can write your membership off on your taxes. Please make sure you save your receipts!
🙋🏾♀️ Do I need to be a member to attend events?
Due to the Circle Platform, you have to create an account and join as a free member to attend public events. However, you will have limited access to The LIT Lounge.
🙋🏾♀️ Is the LIT Lounge Queer Friendly?
Yes, for this is a safe space for the LBGTQIA+ community. If you have any specific questions, please email litlounge@blackgirlswhowrite.com.
🙋🏾♀️ Dedicated Spaces
We’ve created dedicated spaces for you to learn more about the depths of marketing, business/finances, and legal. This is the gateway to turn your brand into a top-tier business!
🙋🏾♀️ Do I need to be a member to submit a request to work with Black Girls Who Edit?
No, you do not need to be a member of The LIT Lounge to work with BGWE. You can submit a request here.
🙋🏾♀️ Can I cancel my membership or receive a refund?
Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds, however, you can cancel your membership at any time.
🙋🏾♀️ Is there a trial period or free period to the membership before committing?
Unfortunately, we are not offering free trials. However, you can be a member for free and attend any public events.
🙋🏾♀️ Can men join The LIT Lounge?
At this moment, Black Girls Who Write does not have any dedicated spaces for Black Men, but we are looking to expand soon.