“ Hello, my name is Jennifer and I am a Conservative Republican. I also enjoy writing and all aspects of politics! ”

“ I am a published author/poet. My first book of collected poetry is called, "From The Basement Of Depression To The Attic Of Hope." This book talks about my transformation from my very depressing time to my attic of hope and just I overcame my inner demons ”

“ "Jacqueline" of many "trades" yet master of none. Find me on www.MySpace.com/avboudreau ”

“ Twenty-two year old guy. I write fiction. (Not necessarily genre fiction, but I'm willing to give anything a try if it engages.) I really need intelligent and informed criticism, and I'm always willing to return that favor. Thanks. ”

“ There's an almost profound lack of poetry in this area, and I believe it's important that we be around like-minded individuals, lest we stagnate. Art is crucial. ”

“ Hello everyone! I am a young writer who participates in NaNoWriMo every year. My latest effort is to get a list of email adresses put together for all interested writers in Mississippi so we may attempt for the NaNoWriMo Wordiest Region. ”

“ I am Maggie from Bristol TN. ”

“ I'm interested in joining a critique group. I'm a journalist who is branching out into fiction, and I'm writing short stories, a Chick Lit novel and children's picture books. ”

“ hello I want to learn english by this way and to do more communications with the group of this Meetup. ”

“ I am a writer, and I live in Collierville. I am working on 2 books, and would to connect with other writers/authors in the Mid-South! This is very exciting!!! ”

“ I am a newly published poet but i have been writing for nearly 8 years, and i was looking for others like myself to discuss our works and the marketing or advertising of work.... ”

“ For The People Entertainment is also responsible for ?Old School Sundays? Each Sunday night @ 8pm with great old school music of all kinds and great food.Rainbow friendly. Vegetarian friendly. Marcus 690.6086 or.forthepeopleentertainment@yahoo.com ”

“ I've always had an interest in the paranormal and am looking to find a group to begin investigations. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet new people and play SPADES!!! ”

“ Hey there! I'm a stay-at-home mother of 3; I have degrees in Communications and English. I'm from New Orleans and moved up here over the summer when my husband was transferred. www.leighannkennedy.com ”

“ Hi, my name is Leanne and I just moved to the area about a month ago. I absolutely love Halloween and think it would be great to meet some like minded people. Maybe you can fill me in about area Halloween activities, too. ”

“ I used to teach English to Foreigners and Americans alike. Teaching is a great way to learn, and I really enjoy the exchange of culture. ”

“ The potential of becoming a successful screenwriter has never been better. Hollywood has lost its edge on creativity and needs an energy infusion of Southern storytellers. ”

“ For 28 months I have published 14 bi-monthly issues of a Southern oriented magaazine of nostalgia, humor/ satire, history, poetry, jokes, etc. It is named The Oxford SO & SO --- SO & SO being an acronym for "Southern Owned & Southern Operated". I ”

“ I just found this but have started another group at groups.mac.com/southernwriters. You are welcome to join! You need a .mac ID but there is no cost. Simply register and start coming to meetings. Hope to see you! ”

“ Hi - Just discovered knitting - trying to teach myself! Need lots of help. Lisa ”

“ Hi, I'm looking to meet new friends who know how to play Mahjong. I would like to learn. JaDeane ”

“ Hello. I am a writer in Memphis, Tennessee and would like to know when other writers get together to discuss their works. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because IT'S MY DREAM TO HAVE MY WORDS HEARED THROUGH OUT THE WORLD. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because, I would like to start a career in writing films based off of other mediums, such as games and comic books, because the stuff we are getting now for the most part is crap. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm an inspiring fictional writer who would like to meet up with like minds for inspiration and honest critiques. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because: There is power in numbers, and the insane enjoy company. ”

“ I want to network with other writers. ”

“ I am a creator trapped in my own mind and would like to see how others that write think, what it is that inspires them, that thing that pushes them to write. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am currently writing my first novel, and I need all the help I can get!!! ”

“ Homebased business/Network marketing Christian comedians Poets,writers and authors Writers who want to self-publish ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I write. ”

“ i am going crazy caring for someone i love who has cancer. no life of my own, endless hospitals, surgeries, emergency rooms, doctors, pain management...HELP!! ”

“ I want local Poetry Meetups because poetry is an expression of life, so lets share life together ”

“ I am interested in non-fiction writing. I have never been published....yet. ”

“ Hi Folks, I work at UofM as a small computer specialist. I have written two major (for me) local history books about growing up in Huntsville, Alabama. Because of the last book, I have become involved in Print-On-Demand software and publishing. ”

“ I am an accomplished portrait artist and an aspiring writer. I am currently working on my first book: LILITH'S CHILD. I hope to get it published with in the next year. I have been writing for about thirty years, but nothing professional. ”