By Word of Mouth Storytelling Guild (BWOM) is an organization of storytellers and story listeners who are united in an effort to preserve and perpetuate the awesome oral tradition of storytelling. Our members include professional and non professional storytellers, teachers, librarians, counselors, retirees, seniors, preachers and others who love to hear and/or tell stories. 

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

Storytellers, Story Listeners, Friends of Storytelling, Speakers, Performing Artists, Teachers, Students, Writers, Preachers, Counselors, Therapists, Administrators, Librarians, Folklorists, Elders, Youth, and anyone else interested in storytelling whose category has not been listed in this invitation.

BENEFITS OF JOINING

Membership in By Word of Mouth Storytelling Guild is the key that unlocks the door to personal and professional growth, resources, opportunities and new friends. Many of our members who are actively telling, got their start by attending conferences hosted by this organization. Some have formed collaborations after meeting at a By Word of Mouth storytelling conference. Our members gain confidence, careers and prestige, as well as support from fellow storytellers and story listeners from across the nation.

 LEARN & TELL

Children’s Stories, Humor Stories, Inspirations Stories, Scary Tales, Puppet Stories, Story Songs, Percussion Stories.

 RECEIVE  

Discount on conferences, employment referrals, networking opportunities, listings, training, apprenticeship opportunities and recognition.