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East Valley Writers - Fantasy Novels***WE ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED TO NEW MEMBERS. IF YOU'D LIKE TO JOIN, I WILL PUT YOU ON OUR WAIT LIST*** This is a group for local Fantasy Novel Writers. (We have all ranges of fantasy: Urban, historical, Alternate History, High\Quest, and even Young Adult) We will no longer be accepting members who do not write & actively read in our Genre |
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Mesa, AZ 85205
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The Non-Fiction Lover's Book AND Film ClubSo many book or film clubs focus on the fiction, poetry, or novel side of things. This meet-up is for lovers of non-fiction. Be it political tomes, biographies, memoirs, travelogues, philosophical literature...the possibilities are endless. This is a group for those who love the "truthiness" of real-life literature and film, and love to look int |
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Mesa, AZ 85202
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EZ WritersAt this time, this group is not accepting new members but there is an active waiting list. Please contact the organizer with further inquiries. Thank you for considering EZ Writers. Writing is a perishable skill. Nicholas Sparks, the author of The Notebook, stated, "You can't be a writer if you don't write." This writing group is for |
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Chandler, AZ 85224
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The Writing Playgroup"Playgroup? Aren't playgroups for kids?" Yes, usually, but this one is for grownups who want to have fun writing in a group without the intensity and high-pressure of a traditional writing workshop. Join us to play writing games, do short creative writing exercises, and nourish your imagination in a playful and supportive atmosphere. |
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Tempe, AZ 85282
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The Scottsdale Writers MeetupAre you a writer or an aspiring writer living in or around the Scottsdale area? Are you looking for other writers with whom to share your work, provide constructive feedback or share literary tips? If so, come to the Scottsdale Writers Meetup to meet and work with other local writers (and also, of course, to make new friends!!). All writers are wel |
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Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Black Authors & Speakers of ArizonaMeet with other local African-American authors and speakers, as we help one another give birth to our literary dreams! As a team, we will assist writers at all levels of their career, from beginning enthusiastic writers, to passionate story tellers/speakers, including the avid author experiencing the dreaded writer's block. Join us as we master |
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Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Phoenix Writing WorkshopOur Writers Group is a forum in which you can join fellow writers to discuss writing in all it's forms; from short stories to poems to novels. We discuss our own works and works we've enjoyed from published writers. If you are looking for feedback, editing, or just a place to share your work, this is the group to join. For those looking for a |
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Phoenix, AZ 85012
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Phoenix Screenwriters Connection Meetup Group"A professional writer is an amateur who didn't quit." -- Richard Bach (Jonathan Livingston Seagull) ******************** ******************** ****** As screenwriters . . . * Would you like to meet other screenwriters, ask questions, and discuss ideas? * Have your scripts read aloud at table readings? * Get constructive, honest, po |
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Phoenix, AZ 85007
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North Phoenix Writers GroupMeet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome! |
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Phoenix, AZ 85020
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Wilson Marsh"Networking. Meeting new writers and learning." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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K"I'm interested in joining a Green Party group near Flagstaff." |
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Janice"Hi, I'm Janice and I am just reentering the world of writing. I am a neophyte at writing and want to touch as many resources as possible. I look forward to exchanging thoughts and words in a friendly productive atmosphere." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" |
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Kendall Hawley"Hi! I am a budding filmmaker/screenwriter and semi-new to the area. " |
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Dave Trottier"I am Dave Trottier, author of the Freelance Writer's Bible and The Screenwriter's Bible. I'm here to invite you to a free Q&A session and book signing on April 17 at 7 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1758 S. Val Vista Dr. in Mesa. Keep writing!" |
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Steve"Love to be around the inspired." |
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Laura Orsini"Hi - I would just like to come and visit before deciding to join. Looking forward to connecting with other writers." |
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Snow" I run a poetry forum at library.icecastle.org I'm also the poetry editor for Wildchildpublishing.com" |
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Scott"I'm Scott. I'd like to learn more about making short comedy videos and meet new people!" |
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Danramirez"I started writing this summer. I have no writing dreams or aspirations, just a desire to learn to express myself well and tell a good tale. " |
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Matthew"I've been writing since I was about 12; I self-published one novel, am in the final editing phases of my second novel and have started my third novel. I'm always interested in constructive feedback and especially networking." |
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Melissa"Hi All, I'm looking to publish my first complete novel and I am gathering my fragments to begin my second one. I would like to connect with other wordsmiths for serious wordplay." |
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SamanthaWhen a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Amber"I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet and share with other people interested in writing. Feedback for all works is important to me too." |
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Victoria Crupe"Hello, I am an aspiring Freelance Writer and mother of 2 girls. I want to start my path in Reiki as I want to learn all that I can to be able to help others. I am looking for others in the area that are on the same path that want to learn or teach." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" "To be the best member I can be while helping others reach their goals too!" |
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Tara"I am very interested in magick but have no idea really of where to begin. Looking to learn as much as possible about the subject" |
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Bo"I am interested in learning more about pet therapy" |
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Stacey Schumacher Badger"Hi, My name is Stacey and I signed up today for the Scottsdale Writers Meet-up group. I signed up to participate in your group to find out whether writing is something I can do as a professional, or whether my writing will be confined to the box of" |
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Barney"I am a self-published author of a trade book titled, How to Profit from the Art Print Market: Creating Cash Flow from Original Advice. It's in The Artist's Magazine North Light Book Club. I'm also own a Farmers Insurance Agency in Scottsdale." |
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Sandy"Hello Everyone, Well, I am interested in writing - surprise, surprise.. It would be nice to meet others who share the self inflicted pain and pleasure of writing. I am a novice, but have a lot of heart. I am happy to be the 40th member." |
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Lisa"I've got two novels in the works, and need a serious kickstart! My main areas of interest are literary fiction and sci-fi. I could use some help with the flow, voice and various other tidbits of my writing." |
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Maryea"My day job is 5th grade teacher. My first novel is complete and undergoing its umpteenth revision. It really needs to be looked at by a fresh eye. I'm looking forward to meeting with this group and developing as a writer." |
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Christine"My name is Christine, and I am in the process of writing my first novel" |
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Kaayla"I want these local Meetups because I do a lot of reading in these areas and work on keeping life in perspective. It's good to share points of view to learn." |
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jennifer"hello, i am also a nurse, interested in alternative and ancient forms of healing, such as yoga, herbal remedies, and thai massage..looking forward to meeting up with some open minded, healthy, spiritual people. jennifer" |
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Sev"I want local Russian Language Meetups because would like to meet other Russian-speakers in the area. I spent four years in Russia, mostly in Moscow. Came back to the US 3 years ago." |
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Andrew"I want local Alopecia Meetups because my hair began to fall out in patches a few weeks ago. My mother, a former hairdresser identified it as Alopecia Areata. The good news is I am not my hair and I would like to share my experience with others." |
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dave benneman"dave benneman: 53 yrs. old living in Gilbert for 10 yrs. Grew uo in Phila. Pa. Have been an elect. 35 yrs. Two years ago my life changed. It was then I started to write. I have 1 ms with an editor for line edits. fict.adv.hor. for ya aud. 1 ss pub." |
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Jacqui"I know some Norwegian and I'd love to meet others who want to practice." |
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Howard"I've been writing for a number of years, but have only recently redirected my focus from experimental music to words in the written form. I?m currently in the midst of my fifth revision for a semi-autobiographical book." |
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Thomas Smith"Hello, I just moved back to Scottsdale after being gone for 5 years. The gorgeous weather keeps bringing me back. I have a book that came out last summer doing rather well for me, and another currently in pilot. Happy to be following my passions. " |
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Joy Malumphy"Hello! I am Joy Malumphy, a creative non-fiction writer-author-mentor. I'm in the final steps of publishing my own book, "When Irish Smiles Are Lying," to be released in 2007. If I'm not writing, I help bring an artist's own creative gift to life!" |
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danielle boyd"It would be nice to have another "french" meetup. danielle" When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I know a great place to meet" |
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Nicole"I want to continue skating! I don't do many tricks and should probably buy a longboard, but I just love riding and wouldn't mind meeting other skaters!" |
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Robbie"I am interested in meeting other like minded people for discussion surrounding gnostic ideas and I am also interested in learning more about the kabbalah" When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I can chip in money toward group expenses" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Madeline Kasian"HI I'm MADELINE, have been writing since I could hold a pen upright--I am working on designing a part time career as a non fiction writer , specializing in health fitness and lifestyle including a bit of travel. I have published in some trade journ" |
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Len"Have been involved in UFO related activities for over 15 years. I attend many of the coventions and make the UFO Congress in Laughlin, NV every year. I also write for Atlantis Rising Magazine, usually on UFO subjects." |
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Tamar"Hi! I moved to Arizona in January and recently realized that, for the past 10 months, I have not truly dedicated time to focus on my passion for writing. I look forward to participating in this Meetup!" |
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Dan"I look forward to these local Meetups because they enjoy the events and music." |
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Laina"Hi: I am Laina, I am a grandmother of an indigo/crystal child. I am looking at starting a pre-school for these special, gifted children and would like to meet up with mothers to discuss the needs and desires of the moms of these children." |
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Ben Hilgemann"Sup guys. I'm new blood in writing, so I thought it'd be good to join a writer's group and learn from veterans like yourselves or just be able to share my work with you. I'm working on a book myself and have plenty of book ideas, but I need direction" |
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Jim Norman"I try to use storyboarding in everything I do and find others intersted in storyboarding" |
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Joseph San George"Metro NY transplant, MA English Literature, Words and Meanings; there's a story in me trying to get out. " |
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Inger"Joined the kawi group, and a rider pointed me to the 'phoenix motorcycle group' and this one! Looking forward to lots miles :)" |
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Sara Payne"I am a hypnotist and empowerment coach teaching others how to create a life by design. I have been studying for 25 years and am an avid follower of Eckhart Tolle and Abraham... Check out my group: From Mind to Matter -- Manifest it Now!" |
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warren aller" My name is Warren, I'm retired and I have been writing since I moved to AZ three years ago. I write fiction and have a dozen stories started but nothing cmpleted. Writing is my hobby and I would like to meet similar minded people. " |
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Nathan"I'm an English teacher. I've published various magazine pieces and used to be an editor. I am currently marketing my first screenplay and plan on finishing my novel by the end of next summer. " |
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Gilat"Cheerio! Ok, I'm not British, but I do love their elegant tradition of afternoon & high tea, with all of the delicate goodies that go with it. I look forward to meeting fellow teatime fans!" |
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Joanne"Hi. I enjoy writing creative non-fiction and humor, and look forward to meeting more writers. I need a deadline/assignment/motivation/muse!" |
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Hanze"I want these local Meetups because I enjoy tennis and would like to play more often" |
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Deborah Summers"Hi! This is very exciting for me! I've never been in a writers group but I have writen comedy with friends! I'm looking forward to idea's and fun with new friends. Deborah Summers" |
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Maggie"I'd like to invite you to my ONLINE Brown Bag Party! I have some wonderful & sexy products for you! See for yourself, at www.brownbagparty.com/maggietrue. If you're a female age 18 or over, and you'd like to host a girl's night out, contact me." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Dawn"so I an get involved more in my community and meet new people who love poetry as much as I do" When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I'll help organize our meetings" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Victoria T. Williams"Hi, I'm from San Francisco, but have been living in Kansas City for a few years. Now I'm here & looking for a writers' group. I write short stories and novels (well, one), am an editor at Narrative mag. & an attorney (when I feel like it)." |
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Robin J. Engel"I want these local Meetups want to meet people of like mind and interest. I love to write, read, do photography, hike, travel, participate in comedy, and play cashflow." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I have an idea for our first meeting" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" "I know a great place to meet: Coffee Rush" |
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