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    Anything Can Happen -- For advanced writers who have paid their dues

    A small writing group for serious writers interested in independent thought, language and pleasure. NOT for those who have picked up writing as retirees nor studied/worked /read deeply in literature. Any genre is welcome, it is your writing, focus and ability to give and receive that matter. 

    We will...

    Location:

    Honolulu, HI
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Discussion, Inspiration, Tips, Reading, Encouragement, Writing exercises
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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...

    Location:

    SEATTLE, WA
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Writing partners, Manuscript reviews, Submissions
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    Critical Affections

    Hi!

    Critical Affections is a monthly online gathering for writers of fiction, literary fiction and creative non-fiction. Our goal is to foster intimate, long-term literary collaborations through workshops and peer support. We will meet once a month (on any Saturday decided upon collectively) to share...

    Location:

    Charlottesville, VA
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Workshop, Critique, Discussion, Reading
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    Essayists Essaying

    Essayists Essaying is for writers who want honest, respectful critique and the accountability of (mutually agreed-upon) submission deadlines. Our emphasis will be upon the creative in CNF.

    Location:

    Washington, DC
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Workshop, Encouragement, Inspiration, Accountability partners
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    LGBTQIA+ Creative Non-Fiction and Memoir

    I started this group to gather queer and trans folks working on creative nonfiction and memoir writing. I am three-quarters into writing a memoir, and I would love to have other folks working alongside me.

    This group meets every two weeks on Thursdays at 6pm EST. 

    Group agreements 
    1. We will dedicate...
    Location:

    New York, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Workshop, Accountability, Encouragement, Manuscript reviews
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    Memoirs, Autofiction, and Bildungsromans

    Looking for a small group of writers to connect online with for critique, beta reading, and general discussion. Fiction, Literary Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Memoir, Autobiography only.

    Location:

    New York, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Reading, Critique, Discussion
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    North Jersey Sapphic Writers

    North Jersey Sapphic Writers aims to provide a safe space for generative writing, discussion, accountability, and most importantly COMMUNITY for sapphic writers living in north NJ. While here we specifically pay attention to the wlw experience, all are welcome to join, make new friends, and dive...

    Location:

    Paramus, NJ
    United States

    Meets for: Generative writing, Encouragement, Accountability, Discussion
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    Quirk & Quill

    At Quirk & Quill, we’re not just here to write — we’re here to finish! Whether you’re wrangling a first draft, polishing a collection of poetry, or finally tackling that novel idea that’s been haunting your notes app, this is your creative pit crew.

    This group has weekly check-ins via group posts and...

    Location:

    Cortlandt Manor, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Accountability partners, Writing partners, Encouragement
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    The Scrawl

    The Scrawl, founded in May 2021, meets every Sunday on Zoom at 6:30 PM ET for two hours. Current group size is six (6). We focus on creative non-fiction, and fiction. 

    We have one Pushcart nominee, a 2nd place in the Brooklyn Nonfiction Prize and a fiction writer who we helped complete her zero draft...

    Location:

    New York City, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Workshop, Discussion, Tips
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    The Time Is Now: Writing Together

    This is a group dedicated to inspiring writers through the writing prompts from Poets & Writers’ series The Time Is Now.

     

    The purpose of this group is to spark new writing, share work, and foster community among group members. Please note that this not a space associated with publication in Poets &...

    Location:

    New York, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Writing exercises, Generative writing, Encouragement, Inspiration
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    Sequoia

    Unstoppable!

    UNSTOPPABLE! IS TEMPORARILY ON HOLD. IT WILL RE-OPEN TO ADDITIONAL MEMBERS SOON. PLEASE CHECK BACK!

     

    UNSTOPPABLE will be a meet-up neighborhood for a small group of super-senior writers aged 80 and older of all genres. Once underway, we'll use our corner of the P&W Group website to exchange messages...

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Workshop, Submissions, Critique, Writing partners, Accountability partners
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    Seattle Library

    Write Seattle

    A way to engage with other writers in Seattle. Random meet-ups to read, write, and share in the city

    Location:

    Seattle, WA
    United States

    Meets for: Accountability partners, Writing partners, Workshop, Reading
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