This is an opportunity for London writers (novelists, poets, Orwellian journalists) to get together in conducive surroundings to have a drink and to discuss plots, characters, literary techniques, writing styles and methods, and to discuss the styles and writings of novelists we love. As members get to know each other, if they want to share drafts or excerpts of what they're writing that would be great too - hence the title draft soc. With a relaxed setting and a friendly group of people I'm hop …

This is a group for writers who are already planning or writing their first or latest novel. It's a chance to read aloud - between 400 and 1000 words - and to get informed and positive feedback. It's also an opportunity to ask questions about, and to discuss, the process of writing.

A publishing professional who has represented writers for years as Commissioning Editor at Amazon and Head of Writers' Services for Bloomsbury and The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook, I’ve learnt a few integral things along the way, and wanted to share that knowledge with fellow writers on the way up. So, here’s the service I’ve come up with: [u]London Novelists' Salon[/u] Regular marathon writing sessions with all the energy of writing in company but without the group drama or competing for airti …

An online and face-to-face writing group set up by an established Northampton-based freelance writer with the aim of discussing all things writing-related, helping each other with works in progress, book discussions, literary events/writing groups, hints and tips, and much more. Writers of any level welcome. Primarily for Northamptonshire and the Midlands area, but membership welcome to writers wherever you are in the world.

This workshop-style group focuses on writing for performance: play- and screenwriting, radio drama and monologues. A lively group where work is read aloud and then discussed in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. We've been meeting since 2008 on the first Monday of the month in Ealing to hear scenes being read. We are trialing a second monthly meeting in Soho. Occasionally we also have an interim meeting to discuss full length scripts. You are invited to upload around 10mins of script (usuall …

A gathering of creative types who want to rub shoulders/minds with fellow wordsmiths. Whether you're an aspiring writer or an established journalist, author or scriptwriter, this is the group for you. Come along and discuss whatever you're working on – even if it's just a short story you started in 1996. Elevate your mind and banish writer's block once and for all. It could be the rocket up your arse you need to finish that play/book/haiku/crossword/blockbuster movie... or just a really good eve …

We all have the intention of working on our book, blog, novel, photo processing or other creative endeavor. So the thought is we will just create a time to show up and do just that. We also need some social time either sitting down after our work, or going out into the world. So why not have a group that combines both. Regular creative time, and occasional trips into London, or any other place we decide we want to go to. It would be even better if we could get a diverse mix of people to do these …

This is a group for aspiring writers in south-west London. The Novel Coach runs fiction writing courses, led by acclaimed novelist, poet and playwright Kevin MacNeil, an experienced creative writing tutor. Our first course, Find The Novel In You, is starting in New Malden on 29 May and running for 12 weeks. It will provide you with the tools you need to get started and keep going. Classes will focus on finding your voice, plotting, character, dialogue and other essential components of fiction wr …

This is a group for anyone writing a memoir with a spiritual/self-help bent. Preferably, members will be reasonably far along with the manuscript and looking for a mentor to help them better connect with their desired readership. A professional writing consultant and book editor, I am a huge proponent of real life stories and the intimacy that comes with them. I am a tremendous personal fan of the genre and will be hosting a book club as part of the group as well, recommending and reading some o …

The murder mystery book club for the armchair sleuth. Established Wednesday 1st September 2010 We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7.30 pm. Oxfam Bookshop Highgate, 47 Highgate High Street London N6 5JX T. 020 8347 6704 E. oxfamshopf4629@oxfam.org.uk www.oxfambookshophighgate.org.uk

Quick Stories are really great stories you can read in five minutes. So... on the way to work, sitting in the park, lazing around with a martini in the evening, maybe even waiting for that friend who is always late to show up... Our group's mission is to write and then publish our stories in a series of volumes. The idea is that we all write our own stories and we all help everyone else gets theirs to a point where they are ready to be published. In terms of publishing, we've set up a system w …

An invitation for a selection of meetup organizers to bring their members to a mixer in a lively salon space, recreating the artists' cafes of old, where lively-minded people can come together to talk, drink and share ideas. In the early part of the evening, each organiser hosts their usual meetup around a common theme, only this time we'll each be met by a crop of fresh faces and a lively atmosphere and environment in which to circulate afterwards, and widen our circle of acquaintances and inte …

Feeling Creative? but sometimes run out of inspiration on your own... or just want to share your ideas and enthusiasm? This group encourages artists and creative people to get together face to face and collaborate across any creative discipline. So, whatever your medium, style, ability or experience, you are very welcome to join us; come along to share activities, enthusiasm and ideas or just have some fun together. Each year we will run a travelling exhibition that all members are invited to ge …

We are a group of writers, artists of all kinds, and supporters of creative endeavour who live and/or work in Cricklewood. We run, attend and publicise arts, music and performance events in our area. Our most regular event is a fortnightly Open Mic and Art Show at The Windmill Bar, 57 Cricklewood Broadway.  Bring along a poem, a story, a song, a comedy routine... whatever you'd like to perform. (We've had accordians, blues guitar, poetry, belly dancing... you name it!). And of course lots of son …

The Joseph Campbell® Foundation's Mythological RoundTable® (MRT) groups are gatherings of people drawn together by a deep and abiding interest in all things mythological. Much like the Round Table of yore, it is a place where individual and community come together - a place to play, plan, create, partake in ritual, and share tales of one's own quest with companions well met. But the Mythological RoundTable® groups do more than just enrich the individual; they also offer the opportunity to introd …

Lets' get together to enjoy the arts, culture and music from highbrow to lowbrow in and around the chilterns area.

Check out our Facebook group as well: https://www.facebook.com/groups/340702712615281/ This is a group for music producers to network, exchange ideas and techniques, listen to tracks, test equipment, talk business, etc. Anyone with a dedicated interest in music production is welcome to join. It does not matter if you are a laptop warrior or have an SSL in your basement, as long as you have a passion for production. Producers of any genre are welcome - electronic, hip hop, pop, rock, etc, as long …

If you enjoy writing and want to share your work with others, this is your group. If you don't enjoy writing but feel the need to get stuff out of guts and pen, this is your group. If you enjoy reading and listening to other people's creations, this is your group. If you're too shy to show your work or fear criticism, don't worry, this is your group. You can come up with material in any language, as long as you speak English too. You can come empty handed with just your curiousity. Poets, playwr …

Are you of above average intelligence? are you unique? do you like to have fun? Then this group is for you. Please don't be intimidated by these descriptions anyone who feels they are the above can join even if no one else thinks you are! Also just by having above average intelligence you will be unique in some way. Also fun here doesn't mean you like to spend your weekends clubbing and drinking all night! It means you like to joke and have a laugh, have interesting conversations and do and lear …

This is a group for anyone interested in writing, recording and performing their own music. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other music enthusiasts and to get a local music scene going.

Join us if you like great food and sharing it with others.  This group has been created to bring together all kinds of food lovers - from anyone who lives to eats (rather than simply eats to live) to anyone who knows their onions - from to chefs to shops, producers to publicans and writers to restauranteurs.  We're passionate about well-sourced, lovingly-prepared, delicious food ... and we look forward to meeting you. :-)

Ever wondered what the author was thinking when they wrote a novel? We have created a meet up just for those who want to meet the author and then read their book with the knowledge of the objective and goals. Welcome to The Tea Box’s new Noveltea Book Club – a unique new way of meeting to discuss some of your favourite books from our local community of Authors – with niche to best-selling books on the agenda over the term. The Author will Introduce you to there book and then two weeks later afte …

Hi this meet up is about pitching. Elevator pitching.  Simple as that. So you've got a great idea for a story: a screenplay, a novel, a sit com, a TV series or whatever it is, brilliant!! Now why not try it out? Come and see if it sounds good to a group of 'ordinary' guys before you spend two years in your bedroom writing it when you could be having fun instead or writing something a whole lot better? Or maybe you've already done your first draft (or many of them) and now you're thinking of sell …

A friendly, welcoming group for people who are interested in the arts to get together and go to events including classical & world music, theatre, museums, exhibitions and independent films in and around Surrey. Suggestions from members welcome, if you'd like to suggest or host an event please get in touch.  For ideas visit www.guildfordarts.com - a hub for arts events in Guildford.

East London has the Silicon Roundabout. This is a meetup and network event for tech startups, entrepreneurs, angel investors, TV and new media people in West London and the TV Triangle. We'll be having regular monthly meetings in a great venue not far from Wood Lane. Dates to be announced soon.

This is a group or anyone from, have lived in or interested in China, its languages & cultures. If you want to get to know a different culture, whilst at the same time have fun and make new friends, come join us! All are welcome! We will do different cultural and social activities and themed events open to people from different background but share the same interest in culture and language. Here are some of things you can expect to do with our group: Chinese Language Club: to learn or improve y …

The ELT Salon Oxford is a meet-up for people in ELT to network, have a drink and chat. It’s for anyone who works in ELT in Oxford, so it’s for teachers, teacher trainers, directors of studies, ELT writers etc. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas with other people in the ELT profession. Please join us!

A group devoted to all geeks out there; whether it's Science Fiction, Comics, Horror or Fantasy, everyone is welcome. A place to meet, make new friends and of course to have fun.