Creative writing is exciting. We are more likely to grow as writers, both in the enjoyment of our craft and in our productivity, when we are in community with other writers. Writing does not need to be lonely and unproductive, but should be an fulfilling and liberating form of creativity and self-expression. As a member of The Writers' Workshop, you can belong to a community of fellow writers who will encourage you in your craft.  Each writer should come to each week's writing session with a pen …

The RI Speculative Fiction Writers Group is here to provide mutual support and encouragement, feedback and inspiration in a positive writing environment. Our main purpose is to encourage and motivate the writer towards his/her objective, whether it's writing for publication or personal discovery. Our members vary in style and range from those fighting through writers block to those preparing manuscripts for submission. This group will be focusing on Speculative Fiction, so we ask that all su …

Writers Anonymous is a social writers support group in Boston. It’s been such a rewarding experience. I originally got the idea for this group while I was living in Manhattan. While in NY I hung out with quite a few graduates from NYU, Northeastern, and Columbia who had started a similar writer’s support group, in which they (the original members) all pledged to write something ambitious/monumental and potentially life changing, their first novel. The good news is most did finish. The main pur …

**As of mid-February, 2013, we are closing to new members temporarily. The group has grown exponentially in the last two years and meetups are constantly full, so we're attempting to restructure to make it work better. Please check back if you are interested, and sorry for the inconvenience!** Love writing? Looking for an opportunity to creep inside your mind, find the little demon inside fast asleep at an old writing desk, and tickle him awake with a quill pen? Or perhaps you think electro shoc …

We're a collection of local writers, some amateur and some not, who get together to write, talk about writing, encourage each other, and form new groups. Then write some more. See also our Writers Resources page to help you keep writing.

Are words your continual passion? If so, how about committing to their production! The Worcester Writers Group may be able to help you. Are you a well adjusted adult? A person hearty enough to survive the rigors of giving and receiving honest and useful critique? Can you commit to regular meetings? Writing schedules? Reviews and rewrites? Can you be accountable to other people? If so, read on. Poetry, short stories, novels, articles and essays are examples of projects you might try with us. Are …

This group is designed to provide dissertation writers with a structure for accountability. The group will meet weekly to set goals and share work. This group is not for casual participants but for dissertation writers who are seriously committed to producing writing and finishing their dissertations! Early career faculty working on their first books will also be considered. Though all disciplines will be considered, the group is specifically geared toward writers in the humanities and social sc …

Libboo.com is the largest online community of readers, writers and creative folk. We provide free ways for writers to create, collaborate and publish.  http://www.libboo.com The Libboo.com club is here to bring together our 'online' community of readers, writers, editors, illustrators, journalists, etc. We are soon hosting a variety of events aimed a bringing people together to network, talk about writing, exchange ideas and learn more about how we may help you at Libboo.com. Most importantly, w …

This is a group for writers of speculative fiction, a broad term that includes genres such as science fiction, fantasy, horror, steampunk, and magical realism. Speculative fiction includes such classics as Herbert's Dune and Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series, beloved youth favorites such as C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia and J.K Rowling's Harry Potter books, and even contemporary mainstream works, such as Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife and Margaret Atwood's The Handmaiden' …

This group's aim is to connect local creative non-fiction women writers to form "writing buddy" partnerships. Published and aspiring writers are welcome to join. Some people have asked what creative nonfiction is. I'd refer people to two excellent books on the topic, although there are many others out there. Lee Gutkind's You Can't Make This Stuff Up, and Adair Lara's Naked, Drunk and Writing are two books that every CNF writer and aspiring writer should check out. Creative Nonfiction Magazine i …

What is this group all about? Our members aim to become better writers in social scientific disciplines and to see more of our work published. We also like to spend time with others in a lively social venue where we can share good times, good drinks, and good food. Where did the idea for this group come from? If you're like me, the challenge of writing books, chapters, and journal articles for publication can be vexing at times. Rather than succumb to the pressure, I thought it would be better …

This is for:  Self publishers, publishers, writers/authors, those who want to get published, designers, type setters, proofreaders/copyeditors, ghost writers, publishing consultants, Acquisition Editors, editors, lawyers with focus on publishing, ebook developers, and anyone in the publishing industry. This is NOT for: MLM people, affiliate marketing folks, insurance agents, car dealers, real estate agents, and any other profession not related to publishing.

Located at the Thomas Crane Library, RICHARDSON Bldg, in Quincy Center, serious writers who live on the South Shore area and want a place to commit to regularly writing, reading material & critiquing if requested. This is a great way to generate new ideas, learn other's processes and meet other local writers. All writers welcome! Thanks & hope to see you all this Thurs! Julie Marie

Are you a writer with a day job? Do you want to meet other writers trying to balance career and creativity? Are you looking for a critique partner, support network, or just some new literary friends? Then this is the writing group for you! The Southcoast Part-time Authors will meet biweekly or monthly to socialize, discuss our writing projects, and maybe even exchange some samples for critique. All ages, skill levels, and genres are welcome!

We are seeking a community of authors and readers to help create a live bookstore! Anyone who wants to use their passion for writing or reading in a different and creative way should join this group.  It promises to have diverse and exciting individuals who have an adventurous spirit, great imagination and who enjoy a different kind of book club.  If you enjoy participating in creating something new and being a part of it from its groundswell, then this is your group. Authors in the House™ is a …

This group is open to writers of all types of fantastic and speculative fiction. Meet to talk about writing, submit pieces to be critiqued and get support for keeping up with your writing. This group is also intended as a social gathering, with a stop at a local bar/restaurant built into the meetings.

I started this group to help authors learn what resources are available to become the best writers they can, produce the book they want, and publish and market it everywhere. The purpose of the group is to provide informative programs and networking opportunites for authors, publishers, editors, agents, designers, etc. to have a forum to learn and meet.

It's time to rekindle the group for the new year, and there are a few changes.  I welcome your thoughts on them. 0.  First, let me address some questions people have asked.   This is a writing group, not a critiquing group.   You don't need to distribute work ahead of time or do any homework.   You can write anything you want; there is no preferred genre or style.  You can come as frequently or infrequently as you wish.   You can RSVP or not, show or not.   We do not charge, we do not judge. 1.  …

Cambridge Screenwriters exists to make you into a better screenwriter. Award-winning writer (with multiple production credits) and Emerson College professor Jared M. Gordon runs a MeetUp in which we'll discuss screenwriting practices, answer questions, and workshop your scenes. Whether you've written a dozen screenplays or aspire to, there's a place for you here. Jared also provides more in-depth coverage: http://www.jaredmgordon.net/screenwriting. I plan to conduct regular writers' group worksh …

We are an eclectic group of entrepreneurs, writers, publicists, agents, technologists, literary coaches, and publishing professionals. We are striving to create a community of people who will be driving changes in the publishing industry.

The Boston Screenwriters Group is an opportunity for serious writers to come together once a month for review and critique of screenplays. Each member will have an opportunity to sign up each month for their screenplay to be reviewed. In addition, we will also have scenes acted out by professional actors.

Rhody Writing Group's goal is to supply writers with feedback, commentary and suggestions on their works in progress. If you enjoy to write and are looking for feedback then we hope we can help. Meetings will be scheduled for first Saturday of the month. Cut off date for submitting work is the last Saturday of the mouth. Maximum amount of pieces of work is going to be 5 with a word count between 5-8k. This amount could vary depending on what authors are working on. The possibility of reviewing a …

Comics are brilliant. They are also an overlooked and under-appreciated part of the literary establishment, so we're looking to redress the balance a little. This group will work pretty much like a traditional book club - we pick a new graphic novel or collection every month, read it and meet up for a discussion over coffee or a beer. We're going to try to find the literary corners of the graphic storytelling medium - I'm interested in how art style informs character perception; how panel layout …

Find structure, accountability, and a bit of social fun in long summer days! The BU Faculty Summer Working Group is an informal but structured way for BU scholars, researchers, and writers to establish organization and find camaraderie during working hours on the BU campus in the summer months. If you’re eager to have a consistent place to show up to in the morning, we’ll be there. If a quick coffee or longer lunch break in the middle of the day might invigorate your scholarly work and activity, …

This is a group for those who already have an idea and may or may not have started, or for those who have a finished piece but need to refine it. The group's primary aim is to offer support for the writing process in a informal and friendly atmosphere. We offer feedback, but we are not about ripping somebody's work to shreds and bruising their confidence, that's the job of literary agents and publishers once your work is finished, and besides we want people to come back for more meetings! Membe …

This group is ideal for all skill levels of writers of or lovers of poetry. Participants will meet and share a favorite poem or short prose piece (their own or someone else's) in an informal and supportive setting, low on criticism and high on encouragement. Located at ALTA LUNA GALLERY (upstairs from Green River Silver), 297 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809; Donations welcome to cover light refreshments. Format will be discussed at first meeting; Chair seating is limited, so bring a pillow/mat fo …

Chicks Who Write is a professional networking group for women who freelance in Greater Boston. We try to meet every month to network and hear from industry experts. On the list, we share leads, ideas, advice, job opportunities, and resources. Chicks come from a variety of communications backgrounds, with diverse areas of expertise, ranging from journalism to public relations to marketing communications for higher education, business, health care, nonprofits, and more. Many have non-fiction and f …

This group is for adult artists and craftspeople interested in working on their projects in a lively, collaborative and highly creative environment. We welcome people of all experience levels working in a wide variety of genres (sketching, art journaling, painting and paper crafts, just to name a few). We're also beginning to offer activities for creative writers. Events are held at our shared art space in Holliston. They include: --Studio Times. Bring your own projects and work on them at y …