Coming to the member writing hours at GrubStreet was a much-needed respite at the end of my day. The space was quiet and welcoming, and it was wonderful to be around other writers!
- GrubStreet member, 2022Become a GrubStreet member to support our writing and reading community while enjoying member benefits—from discounts on classes, events, and our Muse and the Marketplace Conference, to Special Members Only access to our community space, and more.
You can become a member, renew an existing membership, or share a gift membership — it's quick, easy, and secure.
Membership at all levels provides vital support to GrubStreet's mission and programming. When you become a member, you support all of GrubStreet's programs that celebrate and encourage teen and adult writers of all backgrounds.
If you are able, please consider elevating your membership level. Increased levels of membership provide you additional benefits and provide opportunities to writers who otherwise might not be able to participate in GrubStreet's programs.
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$6.00/year
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Your Individual Membership provides vital support to GrubStreet's mission and programming, and comes with all these benefits:
- Discounts on all workshops, seminars, and events
- Access to read and write at GrubStreet’s Center for Creative Writing
- Advance registration for the Muse and the Marketplace, including manuscript mart meetings with agents and editors
- Priority notification for GrubStreet classes and events
- 10% off Porter Square Books
- Discounts at partner organizations (see below)
$60.00/year
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Your Sustaining Membership gift signals your commitment to GrubStreet’s community and programs that celebrate and encourage writers at every level.
- As a Sustaining Member you will receive all Individual Membership level benefits above, including discounts on classes / events, access to write in GrubStreet's space, and more
- Plus, you'll get one FREE GrubStreet 3-hour seminar (value: $75)
$120.00/year
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A Under 35 membership contribution signals a dedication for community care of GrubStreet’s literary community.
- Receive ALL Individual Membership benefits above
- Plus, you'll get one FREE GrubStreet 3-hour seminar (value: $75)
- And you'll get one FREE GrubStreet one-day weekend workshop (value $150)
$500.00/year
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As part of a GrubStreet membership, you will receive:
- Discounted subscriptions to New England Review, Poets & Writers, and Provincetown Fine Arts Work Center summer courses.
- 20% discount to Campfire Technology on the lifetime purchase of Campfire's writing software.
- One time $25 addition to Harvard Bookstore Frequent Buyer Card.
- 10% off: Porter Square Books, Frugal Bookstore, Commonwealth Books, Newtonville Books, Brattle Book Shop, J. Lawton Booksellers, Booklover's Gourmet (Webster), Books on the Square (Providence).
- 8% off: Brookline Booksmith on new full-price books.
Please note that membership benefits are valid for a year after the date of purchase and are non-refundable. Membership benefits may not be applied retroactively.
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Card to Culture Complimentary Membership Learn More
Card to Culture is a collaboration with Mass Cultural Council (MCC) that provides free and reduced cost access to cultural institutions across Boston. Your EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare card offer you access to a complimentary GrubStreet membership!
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