If you're a writer who isn't writing or feels you're not writing as much or as well as you should, then let's put our collective heads together and do something about it.

EXOTIC PEN PRESENTS - WRITER'S & ILLUSTRATORS! PLEASE JUST COME! Bring sample of your writing or ART just hang with us as we share. Monday's tba! come!! Our last meet up gave us a profound glimpse into talents from our group. Please sign up for our group. We will appreciate your being with us. Come anyway. Don't you LOVE writing? The following was written by former leader, Danny Y. (except for minor edits) Have you ever dreamed of writing your own book or novel someday but never got around to i …

The purpose of this group is to provide a supportive community for people who love to write but who can never seem to find the time when left to their own devices. This group will give deadlines that must be met and where peers can give constructive criticism and feedback to each other. Trade tips on overcoming writer's block, procrastination habits, and the like. As well as get together and discuss writing and books with others. Anyone who needs that extra incentive to sit down and write is enc …

We are a supportive community of aspiring and established writers of fiction and creative non-fiction. The Writer’s Circle offers inspiration, information and instruction on all aspects of the craft. Within the safety and support of The Circle, writers provide one another with. . . • Encouragement toward writing goals • Wisdom that comes with experience • Courage to overcome fears and navigate challenges in the writing life • Constructive criticism on works-in-progress

Calling all novel writers! Interested in writing a work of fiction? Perhaps you've been working on one for a long time and would like some structure and emotional support and inspiration from fellow writers. Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Crime, Romance, Horror, Literature...all fiction genres welcome as long as you are writing a novel In case you are not familiar with work-shopping your novel, the process essentially involves meeting weekly or bi-weekly, sharing your work with a small group and then listening …

Hello everyone, This group welcomes writers of all levels and all genres. We have a writing workshop that meets every other week and a variety of socials mixed inbetween. This group strives to help each writer grow individually and to create a community for those with a passion for writing and literature. We provide feedback on pieces members are working on and our meetings run workshop style. However, for those of you who adore prompts we do offer occassion for that as well. Please come and giv …

Typically we meet every two weeks to work and support each other. Though we occasionally post online, this is a face-to-face meetup group. This group is for any of these and more: If you're working on a piece, we'll help you with ideas and your writing process. If you're blocked or are having trouble writing, we'll work on what's getting in the way. If you've written and want to get published, we'll find out what the next step is (including self publishing). We'll talk about - who your favorit …

This group is for writer's and published authors who are dedicated and committed to the writing process and are looking to improve their skills.  Through open discussion and critques, members will get the support, inspiration and motivation they need to complete and publish their work. Our group will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 2 times a month at 10:30am. In order for our group to be a success, it is recommended that you attend 1 meeting per month. Thank you for your interest in our …

This is a new writers group for those living in or near Suffolk county. This group is for serious writers looking for fair and detailed feedback exchange. Published and unpublished writers are welcome!

We are a group of serious writers who find joy in practicing our craft. Please join us if: You consider yourself a writer, regardless of education or experience; You're looking to form a bond with other writers; You would like to improve your skills; You value honest, thoughtful feedback; And you are willing to give helpful critiques to others. We meet in Chelmsford every other Saturday afternoon to enjoy friendly discussion and the companionship of other writers as well as the occasional cup …

I love to write. I know there are other people who love to write along the shoreline area too. Let's get together to explore our creative souls and support each other through this sometimes lonely process. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring enough copies to share with the group. I am looking forward to meeting new writers and learning about their creative methods.

This small group of local writers (some professional, some not) meets weeky for dinner at The Monroe Diner, on old Route 17M in Monroe, NY. Bring your latest original work for discussion. Please bring at least ten copies. You can also send the work to Mary Agnes, the group facilitator if you want it sent out ahead of time. You and your work are welcomed and appreciated here. This is a no slam zone. All commentary welcome if offered in the spirit of friendship and professionalism. A brief mon …

*** We are currently not looking for new writers. But we are accepting names for our waiting list. Spots open up occasionally, so if you are interested, please submit. *** Originally started as a critique group in 2009 it has grown into more than that. We do not believe in writing by committee but we do believe a group of individuals that are dedicated to challenging each other and working collaboratively will produce better fiction than each of us would do on our own. We meet on Thursday nights …

Burlington Wordsmiths Ink is temporarily closed to new members. We will begin accepting new members again in the fall of 2013. As serious writers, practicing our craft is a joy for us, hence my use of the term "wordsmith." Please join us if: You consider yourself a writer, regardless of education or experience; You're looking to form a bond with other writers; You would like to improve your skills; You value honest, thoughtful feedback; And you are willing to give helpful critiques to others. …

Located at the Thomas Crane Library, RICHARDSON Bldg, in Quincy Center, serious writers who live on the South Shore area and want a place to commit to regularly writing, reading material & critiquing if requested. This is a great way to generate new ideas, learn other's processes and meet other local writers. All writers welcome! Thanks & hope to see you all this Thurs! Julie Marie

The RI Speculative Fiction Writers Group is here to provide mutual support and encouragement, feedback and inspiration in a positive writing environment. Our main purpose is to encourage and motivate the writer towards his/her objective, whether it's writing for publication or personal discovery. Our members vary in style and range from those fighting through writers block to those preparing manuscripts for submission. This group will be focusing on Speculative Fiction, so we ask that all su …

Have your creative juices slowed to creative sludge? Get things going or just keep it flowing with a supportive group of storytellers. But we're not just storytellers. We're also writers, poets, illustrators, performers, and all manner of creative types. We'll meet to discuss original work, favorite pieces, and do some creative writing exercises. We'll also look into self publishing and performing stories for the TV-deadened public. All experience and ability levels are welcome.  Through constru …

This group is open to writers of all types of fantastic and speculative fiction. Meet to talk about writing, submit pieces to be critiqued and get support for keeping up with your writing. This group is also intended as a social gathering, with a stop at a local bar/restaurant built into the meetings.

When I was looking for members to join an established writing group of which I am part, I found there were many people who wanted a group for the beginning or novice writer. I started this group for those who might be intimidated by authors they feel are further along in their writing. I will be facilitating the group by giving writing assignments and exercises to those who would like them. I will also guide the group in their critiques which can be helpful to new writers and new groups in gener …

Libboo.com is the largest online community of readers, writers and creative folk. We provide free ways for writers to create, collaborate and publish.  http://www.libboo.com The Libboo.com club is here to bring together our 'online' community of readers, writers, editors, illustrators, journalists, etc. We are soon hosting a variety of events aimed a bringing people together to network, talk about writing, exchange ideas and learn more about how we may help you at Libboo.com. Most importantly, w …

This two-session workshop will focus on building a strong, complete short story for each participant. Over the course of two weeks, we will discuss creating and revising students’ work, considering aspects of the craft of writing, such as character, point of view, description, language, and style. Participants will become acquainted with the logistics of writing a short story, and will learn how to accurately express a creative vision through their words. This workshop is intended to provide an …

This group is designed to help with the process of writing your autobiography, guiding you piece by piece through the process using methods and strategies compiled by researchers at the University of Southern California. Led by a certified Guided Autobiography Instructor, this group will also provide loving, unconditional support and inspiration from other people doing the same exact thing as you - writing their autobiography! This is not a 'writing group' in the respect that there is no judgmen …

We are an eclectic group of entrepreneurs, authors, publishers, agents, and technologists with a goal of creating a community to actively drive changes in the publishing industry.

Many of us aspire to be creative in one form or the other, but we carry within us hindrances to either doing our work or moving it out into the world (commonly called “marketing”) -- or both. We think we are not good enough, our work is not good enough, we lack enough talent or imagination or commitment, we can’t trust the future, we need more ambition and drive, and on and on. We cannot get beyond our fears and start doing our artistic work full-out and then putting our work out there for other …

We are the Greater New York Independent Publishers Association (“GNYIPA”), a small, select professional level group of people involve with book publishing, writing, book design, book promotion, and self publishing. Our published works comprise a wide range of subjects and genres, including: non-fiction, fiction, self-help, history, LGBT literature, art, photography, playwrights, memoirs, children’s books, and other genres. You do not need to be a published author to join GNYIPA, but you need to …

Do you want to expand your creativity?  Do you enjoy writing?   Do you want to reconnect with your inner artist more deeply or maybe break through any creative 'blocks'?  We will be utilizing Julia Cameron's experiential book: 'The Vein of Gold-A Journey to your Creative Heart' as a guide to do just that.  We will read, work through the text, and complete the exercises, tools and tasks from the book on a bi-weekly basis. About the book:  "Julia Cameron again draws from her extensive artistic and …

This group is for authors who are interested in mastering the craft elements of writing. Group members will work to perfect their competence by identifying, practicing, and ultimately implementing recognized techniques. Each meeting will be devoted to a specific craft element related to character, plot, point of view, description, dialogue, setting, pace, voice, and theme. Whether you seek to write short stories, essays, novels or articles, the club members (as a team) will help each other to ma …