Membership in ASJA serves as proof to editors, agents and fellow writers that you are a seasoned professional nonfiction writer. The Society's exacting standards limit it to only those freelance writers who have been published over a substantial period of time by recognized magazine or book publishers. Because getting in is so difficult, the prestige associated with ASJA is one of the most significant benefits of membership. Other benefits include:

• ASJA Newsletter Confidential Section. Exclusive, inside information on the writing business.
• PayCheck reports. Members share confidential information on their fee rates and experiences with publishers and editors. Inside information on the writing industry for members only.
• ASJA s Freelance Writer Search gives ASJA members exclusive access to job and project leads. One assignment here could pay your dues for the next 20 years!
• Exclusive, Members-Only Workshops and Seminars at the Annual ASJA Members-Only All Day Meeting as well as discounts for the Annual ASJA Writers Conference. Meet leading writers, editors, publishers, and media experts to explore current markets and trends in books, magazines, and other media.
• Confidential Members-Only Sections of the ASJA Web site.
• Private Online Discussion Forums to share news, ask questions, and get answers from fellow professional writers.
• Online Special Interest Groups for writers in a wide range of specialties including health and medicine, science, travel, religion and many more.
• Partnership Benefits to ASJA members in conjunction with:
  • iUniverse.com,
  • Writers Marketplace,
  • Allworth Press.
• Access to group health insurance.
• A professional press card.
• Magazine Subscriptions at deep discounts.
• Discount Rates at all ASJA-sponsored conferences and meetings.
• Eligibility For ASJA's Annual Awards for nonfiction books and journalism.
• Authors Registry Membership, facilitating royalty payments for database and electronic reprints.
• Discounts from Avis & Alamo car rentals and from Penny Wise Office Products.