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 …

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 …

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 …

Join us to get inspiration, keep yourself motivated and discuss the craft of great story telling. Exchange ideas, get feedback on your work and meet others devoted to creative writing.  This group welcomes creative writers of all abilities.  Maybe you've been writing for a while, or perhaps you'd like to write more frequently but can't keep the momentum going. We meet to write, discuss our writing in progress, read and share our work.  We have workshops where we discuss "How To" books that inspi …

I'm looking for like minded people interested in writing for TV and Film to form a writing group and potentially a production company. I would like to collaborate on the development of films and television serials in the style of but not exclusively: TV: Battlestar Galactica, Sons Of Anarchy, The Wire, Weeds, Six Feet Under, Carnivale, Twin Peaks, X-Files, Californication, The Walking Dead, Dexter, etc, etc... Film: Mr. Nobody, The Matix, Fight Club, Hellraiser, Dawn Of The Dead, Dark City, Ev …

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 …

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 …

This is a group for anyone in the creative arts or creative industries or freelancers, interested in understanding the Three Principles, either from anew or to deepen understanding. By understanding the Three Principles we are reminded of our Inner Gold. Enjoying the creativity more fully, and seeing the possibilities are limitless. Mind Thought and Consciousness operate whether we are aware of it or not. The Three Principles offer an explanation to the human experience, and to see more fully hu …

This group is for people who would like to get together and enjoy arts, cultural and holisyic events in London and the south east. Examples of such events might include gallerias, exhibitions, concerts / live music, dance, theatre, social, spiritual and holistic retreats. Any member of the group is welcome to invite others in attending a particular event (via the 'suggest a meetup' section of the site). If there is sufficient interest in a suggested event, a 'meetup' around it  may be announced …

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 …

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 …

Are you an artist who is intrigued by science? Are you a scientist who is beguiled by art? Let's spark creativity and share ideas.  Come, explore ways to work together and broaden horizons. Science explores art - Art explores science. If you love art and science, if you have a curious mind, if you like to discuss and create ideas, come join us! Our members are so interesting! Carole

I've started this group to provide a vehicle for careers and employability professionals involved in all aspects of Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance work to meet, exchange ideas and knowledge, network and generally support each other. Although many of us belong to one or more professional bodies (such as ICG, AGCAS, ACEG, NAEGA, ACP International, CIPD), and these organisations provide what support they can to their members, the Careers sector seems to be very compartmentalise …

Ladies in Blogging is a networking group for women who blog or want to learn to blog, whether for professional or personal reasons. We are a supportive, non-competitive community focussed on helping and supporting each other to improve and grow as bloggers. The aim of the Ladies in Blogging group is to empower women to improve their skills and learn more about blogging and social media. We hold monthly networking events where you can other Ladies who blog and to listen to our speakers who will e …

London's fast growing community of street, urban & contemporary art lovers Making sense of art is one of life's most underrated pleasures. Since you got this far, you probably already have a thing for street/ urban/ contemporary art, just like we do. Now the challenge is to develop and understand your passion, and that's why we exist. We are a group of art enthusiasts such as artists, collectors, curators, critics and the rest of the arty smarty type, who get together on a regular basis to atten …

An opportunity for all musicians, singer-songwriters, artists, band members, spoken word artists, music promoters, radio hosts, and people looking to get back into music to come together, meet likeminded people and talk about their musical ambitions and dreams. I am a singer-songwriter, piano-poet, musician and writer who has just moved to Crystal Palace and I wanted to set this up as my own music activity has rocketed since joining a meetup in north London. It would be great to meet Crystal Pal …

"Instead of the modernist quest for meaning in a chaotic world, the postmodern author eschews, often playfully, the possibility of meaning, and the postmodern novel is often a parody of this quest. Postmodern authors also tend to celebrate chance over craft, and further employ metafiction to undermine the writer's authority. Another characteristic of postmodern literature is the questioning of distinctions between high and low culture through the use of pastiche, the combination of subjects and …

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.

Life Drawing and Art Classes In Dulwich, South London The Dulwich Art Group organises life drawing and painting sessions which are open to people of all abilities. We tend not to call them Art Classes as with no formal tutor, artists are free to pursue their own approach to painting or drawing. However if a student wishes to have guidance or direction there are plenty of members who will offer advice, some of whom are lifelong art educators. Looking over the shoulder of someone who appears to k …

A group for guerrilla filmmakers, zero budget, no restrictions. Pick up your camera, Point And Shoot! (MORE DETAILS IN THE 'PAGES' SECTION)

Do you love books, Spanish, wine and chats with friendly and exciting people? Then The Battersea Spanish Book Club is the perfect place for you! Come and join us every month for 1,5 hrs of guaranteed fun. We will discuss a book by a Spanish or Latin American writer while enjoy a glass, or more, of wine and tasty snacks. This is an ideal group for Intermediate and Advanced students, as well as native Spanish speakers. We look forward to meeting you!

Our group is focused on releasing the creativity within. We all get bogged down with stresses and strains, forgetting our true nature....to create. As professional actors and singers we have the opportunity to release our creativity on a daily basis, but are aware of the difficulties presented by the modern work/life balance. Too often people get stuck on jobs that don't satisfy their true passions. We want to help you to release or indeed discover what your true passion is. By hosting our weekl …

The reason for starting the London Talent and Film Making Group is to open an opportunity for all the undiscovered talent or film students to collaborate and get some film experience. It was hard for me to learn the process of film making so I do understand how difficult it’s to get into the film industry. So hope this group will create the opportunities for all the talents to create their portfolios and build their experience. This group will be different and unique from any other filmmaking …