About us
A network built for the people doing the writing
A global network for authors, poets and screenwriters — resources, opportunity listings and a community that reads you closely.
Fourth Group & Co began as a shared list passed between a handful of writers who were tired of chasing dead links and expired deadlines. It grew into a research desk: every magazine, press, grant, contest and residency we publish is confirmed with the organisation before it goes live, and reviewed again each season.
We do not sell editorial services, we do not charge for a directory profile, and we do not take a cut of anything a writer wins. Membership pays for the research, and that is the whole business model.
Verified listings
Every magazine, press, grant and contest is checked by hand before it reaches the database, and re-checked each season.
A readable directory
Authors keep a profile with their books, links and availability for events, panels and interviews.
Weekly prompts
A new prompt each week, written by working poets and novelists, with an open thread for responses.
Submission tracking
Keep deadlines, fees and responses in one place instead of a spreadsheet you dread opening.
Our team
Mou Barrac
Founder & Managing Director
Sets the direction of Fourth Group & Co and oversees partnerships, membership and the overall reader and writer experience.
Aliyu Adam
Editorial Director
Leads the research desk, verifies every listing, and edits the Journal, author spotlights and featured articles.
James Kamy
Head of Film Adaptation & Partnerships
Runs the movie adaptation programme, reviews story pitches and builds relationships with producers and presses.
Emily Grace
Community & Author Relations Manager
Looks after members and directory authors, hosts literary events, and answers questions at hello@fourthgroupco.com.
Questions, corrections or listings to add? hello@fourthgroupco.com