We are a group of writers who enjoy imaginative, perhaps even offbeat, fiction. Our goal is to write well--or at least better--but with the freedom to make mistakes. We are not here to necessarily produce polished, publishable fiction, but to rather to carve out a space where writers can experiment and have fun in a relaxed and supportive environment. Speculative fiction--which includes science fiction, supernatural horror, steampunk, dystopian fiction, magical realism, fantastic allegory, and …

A group for writers of anything who want to meet other writers of anything and talk while eating. We'll talk about writing and not writing. We'll eat food that most writers can afford. We'll share the energy, wisdom, wit and inspiration of other writers. NOTE: This is not a writers group where writing is shared with and critiqued by the group. If members want to share their writing, they can do so on their own with members who appreciate, understand and have knowledge or interest in their genre. …

We are a writer's group dedicated to helping our colleagues polish and publish. Please join us if writing is your passion, your thing, or your raison de vivre. We are egalitarian; our writers may be in varied stages of development, but were all beginners at one time. All that we will expect of you as a member is a sincere effort to grow as a writer, and to do your best to provide honest, yet kind, reviews. At our meetups we'll get down to some real in-depth critiquing, and discussions. If you've …

Columbia Writers is a group of dedicated writers and authors from all over Maryland. While many of our members focus on YA, kidlit, and children's genres, we welcome all genres. We meet regularly to exchange critiques of our writing, collaborate on writing projects, and host workshops or author meets. As a group, we've completed one anthology and are working on a second. RSVP for one of our meets to learn more!

Meet 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 would-be writers -- are welcome! We meet once a month in one of Fairfax County Public Libraries. We do not collect any dues. New comers are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings and participate.

Are you committed to writing? We are looking for ten more serious wordsmiths to join our writing and critique group located in Northern Montgomery County, Maryland. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7pm in Olney, MD, at the Harris Teeter.  Our meetings are about two hours in length. We have talented writers of varying levels of experience.  We write:  fiction, non-fiction, memoir, poetry, young adult, dark and science fiction. Any other genres? Our group prides itself on being s …

I am a professional editor and writer looking to form a group who can significantly help me improve my own creative writing and give each other feedback. It's almost like group therapy for your writing. We'll provide support and do a lot of hard work to help us all find--at the end--that our writing has improved in ways it never could by going solo. This is a group for serious fiction, nonfiction, and creative nonfiction writers who want to workshop their writing in a mature, supportive environm …

Welcome to the Writer's Group of Western MD. We offer local meetings for writers of many genres and mediums, from sharing our works to discussing goals, to encouraging one another to be the best at our craft. Check out our About Us page for links to our web site at http://www.writersworkshop.netfirms.com and more. Common Questions: I don't write fiction, can I still join? We welcome many genres of writing, although most of our topics center on fiction writing. Many members do cross over multi …

Welcome and thank you for coming to check out the Brandywine Valley Writers Group Meet-up page! Whether you are an existing member of the group or checking us out for the first time, we hope that you will find the new Meet-up page offers the information you want. The Brandywine Valley Writers Group was founded to help professional and amateur writers improve their craft and achieve their goals. We strive to inspire writers through our various programs and to offer friendship within our extensive …

Beechwood Writers' Workshop (www.beechwoodwriters.com) welcomes writers of all levels who are interested in developing fiction or memoir in a supportive, creative environment. BWW is led by published novelist and essayist Elise A. Miller (www.elisemiller.com), author of Star Craving Mad, published by Warner Books. We meet once a week for 8 weeks either Tuesday evenings from 7-9:30 at the Spiral Bookcase in Manayunk, or Thursday mornings from 10-12 in Wynnewood. Writers create on the spot using w …

Meet other local writers! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

Bring your poetry, your novels, your short stories, your songs, your spoken word, your prose, your inspiration. Join us in creating a vibrant and supportive community of writers. Bring your passion, your creativity, and your inspiration to our gatherings. We look forward to connecting with you! This group is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and support one another as we take risks and developiour skills and confidence as writers. We will hold open meetings to share our writin …

Informal biweekly meetings in Newark, Delaware for creative writers interested in a mutually-supportive atmosphere of other writers pursuing journaling, fiction, poetry, non-fiction, essays, memoirs, writing as a spiritual practice, blogging. Open to beginners as well as advanced writers. Relax at a restaurant, diner, outdoor venue, or member's home to share your writing, exchange critiques, explore new areas of writing through instruction and writer's prompts from an experienced creative writin …

Did you see Tall Tales and Short Stories from South Jersey in the paper? Thanks for visiting and welcome! You can contact us about the book at southjerseywriters@gmail.com, or on our blog, http://southjerseywriters.blogspot.com. ***** As of February 1, 2013, the South Jersey Writers' Group is closed to new members. This is so we can prepare the group for non-profit incorporation. We will be accepting new members again in the fall of 2013. If you'd like to be invited when we open to new members, …

I'm an aspiring author. I intend to publish soon (fingers crossed)...but in the meantime, I need to finish my book.  I sincerely need to connect with other serious-minded fiction and non-fiction writers in Mitchellville, MD--to keep me focused. I discovered a few writers' groups in Virginia and lots in DC but want to stay in the MD suburbs so I don't have to venture too far from home on the weekends or after a long day's work. I'm serious about my craft and I'd like to meet with 7 to 9 folks twi …

The SWG has been around for over twenty years, but is just now catching up with this "Meetup" technology.(LOL!) The group used to be huge, but over the years, it has dwindled down mostly because writers have moved away. Nonetheless, the group, though small at the moment, will soon start to grow and flourish as it once was. This is truly a place for novice, intermediate, and seasoned writers who would like to share their work in a friendly environment where harsh criticism is reprimanded. Even if …

Join DC Children’s and Young Adult Writers for shop and market talk, social activities, critique, beta opportunities, conference field trips and support for those enduring query letter/submission round hell. We are focused on the children’s and young adult fiction market, but all writers are welcome. All skill levels are encouraged to attend, but critique participation and/or beta reading is expected to ensure the group is as productive as possible.

This Meetup Group is the private workspace of the writers group of The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club (http://www.meetup.com/bookclub-1137/). All events will still be coordinated through our main meetup site. This group will be invite-only to attendees of our monthly writers meetups, and is meant to be a private workspace to collaborate and discuss writing projects and challenges. If you'd like to participate, please join the main group and RSVP for one of our monthly writers meetups.

WE MEET, TEACH, WRITE, LEARN and SHARE everything about writing as a hobby, as a business, as a specialty, as a lifestyle. We are first and foremost dedicated writers. Since 2004

The purpose of this group is to meet with other Christian writers who are interested in spreading God's word through written expression. We are interested in connecting with other writers who share our vision and are interested in expanding their skill level in the areas of: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, devotionals, and dramatic writing. Christian writing is an ideal format for ministering to others in their area of need. Join us as we embark on this journey to be used as vessels for the Lord …

Are you working on a non-fiction book, article, script or blog? Are you a fiction author inspired by factual events? Join the Arlington Creative Non-Fiction Writers for constructive critiques and networking opportunities! In addition to constructive feedback, we're also here to support each other in researching, writing, selling and publicizing our projects. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Join us at the Corner Bakery (2111 Wilson Blvd) just steps from the Courthouse Metro!

Hey everyone! My name is Jamie. I moved to Annapolis earlier this year. Now that I'm getting settled in and finding some fun things to do, I'm looking to meet some great people who share my interests. I called the group Writers and Adventurers of Annapolis because it's partly about getting together with other writers and sharing our stuff, and partly about getting out and finding some great ways to entertain (and hopefully even inspire) ourselves. So whether you're interested in one or the other …

There are many things that this group is NOT: It's not being critiqued by anyone who walks in off the street, It's not meandering conversations about kids, recipes, having a terrible job, or having no job at all. It's not about blogging, fanfic, children's books, or books that are written in an hour, a week, a month, or a year. What this group IS is meeting regularly with a professional writer and editor who will work on your book on all levels from genre choice to plot arcs to line-by-line edit …

A group of fiction writers from Frederick (and beyond!) who want to workshop their writing and learn from each other about the craft. Together, we’ll share our writing, get inspired, and grow as a group. All fiction writers, regardless of experience, are welcome. There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed. -- Ernest Hemingway

Hello Author... Writing a book? and not sure what to do once it's done?  The publishing industry has changed dramatically since I published my first book in 1995.  Technology continues to create trends in this industry with lightning speed.  Join our group and learn the benefits of self publishing and how to create your book products (soft cover or eBooks) using Create Space, Lightning Source, Amazon Kindle, Smashwords and more.  Marketing is always a hot topic with this group. As the former Pre …

Bored of the same old Batman and Avengers stories. Got your own idea for a masked vigilante? Lets combine the skills of our own home grown artists and writers and produce our own comic books! Who knows, maybe we have our own 500 million dollar X-enterprise just sitting in our brains waiting to come out in living color?!

Our group consists of writers at all levels of writing experience. Our meetings are held on the first Saturday (at 11:00 a.m.), the third Saturday (at 11:00 a.m.), and the fourth Tuesday (at 7:00 p.m.) of each month. Even though our meetings take place at restaurants, there is never any pressure to order food.  We usually have about 5-10 people in attendance at each meeting.  Hope you can join us soon!

We are a fun and supportive group of writers living in and around Northern Virginia. All skill levels and all types of writing are represented: novels, poetry, lyrics, short stories, non-fiction, children's stories, and more! We meet every Wednesday at 7pm in a room at Washington-Lee High School in Arlington.  Meetings generally last about 2 hours and are either sessions designed to provide feedback on members' work, or a workshop session aimed at a specific element of writing. Check the Calenda …