One of the many perks of being a member of the Phoenix Writers Club is an Author Page. This page addresses some of the most frequently asked questions about our Author Pages. We also provide an example to give you an idea of what we are looking for.
And finally, at the bottom is a form you can use to get started on helping us put your page together.
PWC Author Pages Frequently Asked Questions
All dues paying members can have a page. It’s included in your membership.
You PWC Author Page has three reasons for being:
- A way for other club members to get to know you and your writing.
- Provide a free and simple platform for you to share your writing and your social media links with the internet.
- Provide links to other pages and content on the internet to help search engines find you and rank you higher.
While we don’t have the ability to do transactions, we strongly encourage you to provide links to where people can buy your writing. We especially like links to Amazon and other online retailers.
Not at all. We just want to know about you, even if you have never published anything.
Every Author Page has the same format and is made up of the following items:
- A headshot of you. Preferably at least 500 pixels tall, the bigger the better
- Your Name
- A 2 to 4 paragraph biography. If you don’t have one already, browse some other member’s pages to get an idea of what works.
- Links to web pages and social media
- Links to any published work, free or for purchase.
This is your page, so yes. Although the format is set by the tools we use to show the page, what you supply for each section is completely up to you. We will publish a draft and then you can ask for changes.
Sample Author Page
Here is an example of what the pages look like:
Mark Twain
Mark Twain is not just a writer—he’s a cultural force whose commentary is as vital today as it was when his words first hit print. Born Samuel Clemens, he rose from a stint as a self-taught Mississippi riverboat pilot to become one of the most recognizable voices in global literature. His early work as an investigative journalist and satirist in the digital and print world, reporting from California to the Middle East, quickly established his brand: a blend of razor-sharp wit, relentless honesty, and a profound understanding of the human circus.
Twain’s knack for turning a phrase—from viral one-liners to biting editorials—has made him a fixture in modern media, celebrated for using humor to tackle the most serious issues of our time.
Mark is probably best known for two novels, Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Links:
- Mark on Bluesky: @marktwain.bsky.social
- Mark’s website: marktwainproject.org
- Some of Mark’s writing: Goodreads Page
