Janet belongs to and attends these wonderful organizations where writers can learn, connect, and promote their work.  

California Writers Club is a nonprofit educational corporation. Members write novels, short stories, screenplays, poetry, nonfiction, and more. Over half of our members are published. In addition to professional and aspiring writers, CWC membership is open to non-writing literary experts.  https://calwritersorangecounty.org/ 

Sisters in Crime is the premier crime writing association focused on equity and inclusion in our community and in publishing. Founded in 1986 to represent and advocate for women crime writers, we celebrate and honor this history with our name while we continue to work for all who share our commitment to and love for a vibrant, inclusive community. Our 4,500+ members enjoy access to tools to help them learn, grow, improve, thrive, reinvent if necessary. https://www.sistersincrime.org/

Mystery Of Men was the brainchild of Joan Hansen, former Long Beach educator and founder of the Literary Guild of Orange County and its annual Festival of Women Authors, along with children’s author events in ten Los Angeles and Orange County school districts. In the year 2000, the first annual Men of Mystery event opened its doors to 250 guests and 25 authors.