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Organizations in Literature

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ALSC

Explains the objectives of the Association of Literary Scholars and Critics, and features letters on critical debates.

American Booksellers Association

Searchable database, includes homepages of bookstores, book news, live author chats, and a handy reference desk.

American Classical League

Index to study and teaching resources for the classics, including texts, journals and publications, and events.

American Oriental Society

Encourages research in the languages and literatures of Asia, with membership details, annual meeting minutes, and online newsletter.

American Philological Association

Membership and general information includes activities, awards and employment opportunities. Links to related associations and journals.

American Studies Association

Cultural-studies association features student advice, a guide to graduate programs and job opportunities, and a list of dissertation abstracts.

Asian-American Writers

Supports Asian-American literature through readings, workshops, a journal, and a bookstore listing.

Assoc. of American Publishers

Principal trade association of the US publishing industry. Contains member information and PUBNET, its electronic commerce division.

Association of Literary Scholars and Critics

ALSC explains its objectives and discusses current debates in literary criticism.

Children's Book Council

Non-profit organization promoting children's literature through articles, publication lists, press releases, projects, and FAQs.

Council of Learned Societies

US humanities organization, sponsors fellowships, exchange programs, and the creation of scholarly reference works.

Int'l Soc. of Anglo-Saxonists

Find information about the group's activities, aims, projects and conferences, with membership details.

Medieval Academy of America

Facilitates scholarly discussion about Medieval literature and culture with news, conferences, grants and fellowships.

National Writers' Union

Stay abreast of campaigns, and issues such as intellectual property through this freelance writers' union.

Women's National Book Assoc.

Founded in 1917 to support women in publishing. Includes program details, and literary and publishing resources.

Writers Guild of America

Provides links to resources for writers, articles from the WGA Journal, interviews, and advice for writing scripts and stories.

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