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Poetry: Manuscripts & Publishing

Time: Every other Wednesday 9 to 11 PM AST

Methodology:

The point of this group is to help each other navigate the world of publishing at both the level of the individual poem and in the development of manuscripts. Open for discussion are the world of traditional...

Welcome to Connections, a space for Poets & Writers Groups members to collaborate and stay in touch after our monthly virtual events.

Feel free to make a post to introduce yourself and your writing goals, continue conversations from the event, and connect with other writers like you to create your...

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The group has evolved since founding. Currently we have 6 gay male writers working on novels and short stories. 

Right now we are not looking for new members. Of course, that could change.

Our focus is on writing and publishing our work.

We meet on Zoom and send out work for critique one week...

Welcome to Prose City, your grassroots literary community in Portland, Oregon. Prose City was founded in 2024 by two Portlanders who hold a deep appreciation for all things reading, writing, conversation, and community. Our events and offerings are made possible by a team of dedicated volunteers —...

In the process of redoing this group for a Flash Fiction discussion and workshop. Stay tuned.

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...

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...

This is a group for published writers of a certain age who have been tempted - and yet hesitant -  to write about their lives in the all-is-permitted 1970's. A younger editor persuaded me to look back on my own experiences ( bound and unbound) by convincing me of her generation's genuine curiosity...

•  This is a silent writing time.
• Purpose: helping each other show up and write. (This is not a critique group.) 
• We meet on Wednesday mornings for sessions that last 30 minutes. 
• The current options: 7:15-7:45AM Eastern (as long as there is interest by 1 or more members);  9:30-10AM Eastern time; 10:15...

Welcome to a writing group focused on providing solidarity and critique for writers who are currently living with health, disability, bodymind nonconformity, neurodivergence, mental health and/or physical disease burdens that add difficulty or complexity to their writing lives, and who persist in...

We strive to provide a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for poets of various skills levels interested in pursuing publication in literary magazines.   Meetings will be held virtually each Thursday evening from 9-11pm MST.   Every group member will have a chance each week for feedback on one new...