Oklahoma City Writers, Inc.

Contributing to literary achievements in Oklahoma since 1914

State of Oklahoma Domestic Not for Profit Corporation

OCWI consists of writers experienced in all genres, published, getting published, or new to the literary arts. Each month, we invite speakers on different aspects of writing—publishing, marketing, submitting to agents, and the new world of publishing technology.

Since 1914, OCWI has contributed to literary achievement in Oklahoma and inspired the creative talent of its members. Today, we add to that desire and give fellow writers, of all ages and ability, a place to find support and companionship.

Guests are welcome. OCWI is an affiliate of the Oklahoma Writers' Federation, Inc. (OWFI).

Our in-person meetings are held on the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 am to 11:30 am

St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 1st floor, Room 130. 222 15th Street in Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Shelley Malicote Stutchman

My Writing Journey … Learning the Hard Way

July 19, 2025

As an author, speaker, and devoted wife, Shelley Stutchman embodies her motto: “Cancer Teaches You How to Live” and “Life Begins at Seventy.” The author of the acclaimed book PEEK-A-BOOB: Surviving Breast Cancer, Shelley is not just a survivor, but also a passionate advocate. She contributes regularly to CAREGIVER Magazine and is a retired Board-Certified Patient Advocate. She is also a freelance reporter for the Guthrie News Leader newspapers.

OCWI 2025 Writing Contest

The contest chair is Joyce Coleman.

Due to changes in our website the contest will open on September 20 and close on October 18. That gives you a whole extra month to prepare your entries.

The winners will be announced at our annual Holiday brunch meeting on December 20.