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    Algorithmic Author

    Decode the creative frontier where traditional storytelling meets artificial intelligence. Join The Algorithmic Author, led by an AI Fellow at the R42 Institute in San Francisco, Washington Post alum, published author (Perigee), ex-United Media columnist. Discover how AI can amplify your unique...

    Location:

    Washington, DC
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Discussion, Generative writing, Inspiration, Tips, Workshop
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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

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    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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    GTWO Spring 2025

    Get the Word Out 2025 Fiction Cohort

    This group is for the 2025 Fiction cohort of the Get the Word Out program.

    Meets for: Discussion
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    Criticism

    Messing with the Bear

    Exploring multi-cultural themes. 

    Exploring counter factual ideas.

    Small changes making a big difference.

    Location:

    Arlington, VA
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Discussion, Inspiration, Critique
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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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    NYC Critique Group

    This group is for writers in New York City who have a full (or substantial) draft written and are interested in giving and getting genuine critique from other serious writers looking to publish. 

    This group would meet once or twice a month, and each member would share their piece in advance for...

    Location:

    New York, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Workshop
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    Pride & Processes: Queer Voices in Writing

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    Second and Last Tuesdays of every month from 8:30 to 10:30 PM EST (5:30 to 7:30 PM PST)

    Session A: The 2nd Tuesday of each Month. This is a Work Session in which accountability is the precedent. There is also the possibility of writing exercises, asking questions if you get stuck, etc.

    Session B...

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Accountability, Critique, Discussion, Encouragement, Workshop
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    Productive NYC (Hybrid)

    Welcome. The concept for this group is simple: We produce work and meet to critique the work we produce. In addition to constructive feedback on style, plotting, etc we would share tips on agents, submissions, and publications. We'd also of course recommend favorite writers and works. I live in NYC...

    Location:

    New York, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Workshop, Accountability, Tips, Manuscript reviews, Submissions, Critique, 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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    Brighton Beach_Labor Day Gathering 2022

    The Scrawl

    The Scrawl, founded in May 2021, meets every Sunday at 6:30 PM ET for two hours. Current group size is six (6). We'd like to have eight. We focus on creative non-fiction, and fiction. The group began as a no-reading writers group (where no work was discussed, just craft) but quickly found its rhythm...

    Location:

    New York City, NY
    United States

    Languages: English
    Meets for: Critique, Workshop, Discussion, Tips
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