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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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    Exclusive Member Event: Creating Without Fear

    You’re invited to a special lecture and workshop with novelist, professor, and publisher Lynn C. Miller on Wednesday, September 30, at 7 PM ET. Miller will expand on the methods covered in her recent essay in Poets & Writers Magazine and illustrate how to use generative writing to gain a sense of freedom and collaboration in your practice.

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    Schedule Time to Write Together

    Add some creativity, community and conversation into your weekend by joining a write-in for all P&W Groups members on Saturday, September 26, at 12 PM ET. Write with a prompt and offer encouragement for one another's work.

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    October Connections Event

    Mark your calendars for the next Connections event! Join fellow Poets & Writers Groups members on Thursday, October 8, at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET to share your writing goals and get to know the community.

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    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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  • PNW Critique Partners

    Constructive Critique Partners

    Since my goal is to raise my work to publishable quality, I'm looking for a Critique Partner with whom I can exchange brutally honest critiques delivered in a kind, constructive, and respectful way. Together, we can aim to support the other writer in readying their work for submission to...

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    SEATTLE, WA
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Writing partners, Manuscript reviews, Submissions
    Literary Fiction Creative Nonfiction +4
  • Getting Rid of the Pain of Submitting

    Get Rid of Submissions Pain!

    The Get Rid of Submissions Pain! is a chance for members to share freely their hopes, successes, difficulties with submitting their work to publications and publishing houses. Ideally, the sharing will uncover helpful information for members.

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Submissions, Discussion, Encouragement
    Poetry Creative Nonfiction +1
  • LANGUAGE

    Poetry 303 The Cento

    A cento is a collage of other people’s writing. Traditionally, it involves none of the creator’s own words. The work for the creator comes from establishing a deep familiarity with the texts that form the basis of the collage. It also involves a clear and consistent idea of the theme, subject or...

    Meets for: Discussion, Reading
    Poetry

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

    T. Phalen

  • “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.” 

    L. Lois

  • “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.” 

    A. Mederos

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