The Golden Crown Literary Society (GCLS), a 501(c)3 non-profit founded in 2004 is the leading women loving women(WLW) themed literary organization bringing authors, readers, and publishers together while creating a diverse and inclusive community. The organization’s mission is to increase the visibility and integrity of WLW themed literature, through its writing academy and educational programs, its annual conference, and its national and internationally recognized Goldie Awards. The GCLS embraces all who write literature of women loving women.