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Writers need writers.

Writing is a solitary art—but that doesn’t mean writers work in a vacuum. If you’re like most writers you crave honest, respectful feedback; a community of peers with whom to share the challenges of the blank page; writers who are there for you, who will show up to cheer you on and compare notes on submissions, rejections, agents, and all the rest. If you’re still looking for your people, for fellow writers with whom to share the ups and downs of the writing life, we invite you to explore Poets & Writers Groups.

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    September Connections Event

    Mark your calendars for the next Connections event! Join fellow Poets & Writers Groups members on Tuesday, September 1, at 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET to share your writing goals and get to know the community.

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    See What’s New on the BULLETIN BOARD

    Look out for updates on the BULLETIN BOARD to find the latest groups seeking new members. Share your interests in the comments to form new connections.

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    The September/October Issue Is Here!

    A new issue of Poets & Writers Magazine is out now! Check out essays on the benefits of generative writing, submission strategies, learning from your writers group, and much more.

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    Join Monday Write-ins

    Add some creativity, community, and conversation into your day by joining the next virtual write-in on Monday, September 14, at 11 AM ET. Open to all P&W Groups members, you’ll have a chance to write with a community and generate new ideas. Join The Time Is Now: Writing Together group and RSVP!

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    CNY Writing Critique Group

    The CNY Writing Critique Group is a long-running group based in the Syracuse NY area but open to members from elsewhere.  Our focus is on commercial and genre fiction, both short stories and novels.  Current members include writers of fantasy, horror, crime, and mainstream commercial fiction....

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    Syracuse, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Discussion, Encouragement
    Commercial Fiction Fiction +6
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    Mosaic Poetry & Publication

    This group will meet online once a month for 60-90 minutes at a time arranged by members (but during daytime or early evening hours in the Central time zone) to share and critique drafts of poems with the goal of submitting them for publication. Members will alternate submitting drafts. Two...

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Workshop, Submissions
    Poetry Prose Poetry +1
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    Read a Poem

    Have you ever wanted to read poetry but were afraid to open the book?

     

    Afraid to be seen checking out a book of poems from the library?

     

    Terrified to be caught buying a book of poems because you had no idea what it might say about you if someone caught a glimpse inside the brown paper bag?

     

    Just want...

    Meets for: Reading, Discussion, Critique
    Poetry

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    Connect, share, and grow with a community of writers who nurture your creativity and passion.

  • “Poets & Writers Groups has been the best thing to happen to my writing life since I got my master’s degree.”

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  • “Poets & Writers Groups has been a wonderful source of connection for meaningful relationships and peer-to-peer craft improvement. When others ask for quality organizations to connect with, Poets & Writers is at the top of my list.” 

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  • “I didn’t know I lacked a writing community—a place to learn from others and receive feedback on my own writing—until joining Poets & Writers Groups. Getting involved with committed groups gives me structure and allows for growth while learning the craft.” 

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