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[UPDATED TIME] Shut Up & Write!® @Camden Art Centre Café

[UPDATED TIME] Shut Up & Write!® @Camden Art Centre Café

Sat, Oct 31, 3:00 PM
From Shut Up & Write!® London
4.8

**[UPDATED TIME]** Due to popular demand, **this event will now run from 3PM to 5.30PM.** This will allow us to have more time for writing and (hopefully) to avoid cutting it too close to the café's closing time. * **I can't make 3PM. Can I still join at 4PM?** The break between the focused writing sessions will fall at 4PM, so if you want to join then (as per usual), you're welcome to! Just be mindful that your fellow writers might be still focused on their work, so be quiet :) All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. **Event info** 1. When you show up, say hello and **please buy something from the café**, as this is a public space that kindly allow us to work on our laptops for prolonged periods of times. 2. Once everyone’s arrived, we'll have a **short intro, then we'll set the timer** for our quiet and focused writing session. 3. We'll have a **break at 4PM**, if you need a leg stretch, but this is not school: you can leave at any point as long as you don't disturb who is writing. 4. We’ll have **time to chat** and get to know each other (or to keep writing, if you feel inspired) at the end. **Venue info:** * We meet in a public café, so expect some noise around you. **Please bring your headphones**. * While some plugs are available, they might not be free while we are there. **Please charge your laptop beforehand**. * Since we're going to occupy a table for a while, **please buy something if you can (even a cup of tea will do)**! * Be mindful that the café closes at 6PM, so let's try to leave in a timely manner. **Travel info: Closest public transport stops** \- Finchley Road & Frognal \(Overground\)\, 1 min away \- West Hampstead Thameslink \(train\)\, 10 min away \- West Hampstead \(Overground\)\, 10 minutes away \- West Hampstead \(Underground\, Jubilee line\)\, 12 min away \- Bus stop FB \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away \- Bus stop FF \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away

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[UPDATED TIME] Shut Up & Write!® @Camden Art Centre Café

[UPDATED TIME] Shut Up & Write!® @Camden Art Centre Café

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00 PM
From Shut Up & Write!® London
4.8

**[UPDATED TIME]** Due to popular demand, **this event will now run from 3PM to 5.30PM.** This will allow us to have more time for writing and (hopefully) to avoid cutting it too close to the café's closing time. * **I can't make 3PM. Can I still join at 4PM?** The break between the focused writing sessions will fall at 4PM, so if you want to join then (as per usual), you're welcome to! Just be mindful that your fellow writers might be still focused on their work, so be quiet :) All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. **Event info** 1. When you show up, say hello and **please buy something from the café**, as this is a public space that kindly allow us to work on our laptops for prolonged periods of times. 2. Once everyone’s arrived, we'll have a **short intro, then we'll set the timer** for our quiet and focused writing session. 3. We'll have a **break at 4PM**, if you need a leg stretch, but this is not school: you can leave at any point as long as you don't disturb who is writing. 4. We’ll have **time to chat** and get to know each other (or to keep writing, if you feel inspired) at the end. **Venue info:** * We meet in a public café, so expect some noise around you. **Please bring your headphones**. * While some plugs are available, they might not be free while we are there. **Please charge your laptop beforehand**. * Since we're going to occupy a table for a while, **please buy something if you can (even a cup of tea will do)**! * Be mindful that the café closes at 6PM, so let's try to leave in a timely manner. **Travel info: Closest public transport stops** \- Finchley Road & Frognal \(Overground\)\, 1 min away \- West Hampstead Thameslink \(train\)\, 10 min away \- West Hampstead \(Overground\)\, 10 minutes away \- West Hampstead \(Underground\, Jubilee line\)\, 12 min away \- Bus stop FB \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away \- Bus stop FF \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away

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Fiction Feedback Workshop

Fiction Feedback Workshop

Mon, Oct 26, 6:45 PM
From London Writers' Café
4.7

Writers, learn more about writing fiction well through our constructive feedback, comradery and lively discussion. You'll be amazed at what you can learn by listening, and sharing your own words once you feel ready. No pressure. In our regular feedback workshops, we have three writers sharing a sample of their writing for immediate feedback, advice and encouragement. Critique is led and moderated by your host Lisa Goll. Listening to the writing of others and the feedback their piece receives on the night is how we learn. We've been running these sessions since 2010 and there's a reason they fill up so fast! Usually, our workshops are limited to a group of 15 writers in total. Three reading; the rest listening, commenting and giving feedback. For people reading, pieces must be **3,500 words or less** as you'll have about 45mins for reading and discussion on your excerpt from around the table. Most people bring 3,500 words from their novel or a short story of all genres and styles. If you'd like to read, please **post a comment below**. ***You must have booked your place before making a request to read.*** If you are reading, **please bring enough printed copies (at least 10)** of your pages so members can make additional feedback/editing notes for you during the reading. All copies will be returned to you after the feedback has concluded. New members are always welcome in these groups. Most people come along to a few sessions before offering feedback, commenting or requesting to read but it's up to you. If you want to read right away, great, but if you want to come along and see how we roll first, that makes sense too. Again, you'll be surprised by how much you can learn from others by listening to the pieces and their feedback. After the workshop, most of us head to the bar for a social drink or two and extended conversation about the highs and woes of writing. **TICKETS:** £15.00 and please follow the steps to pay via PayPal when you RSVP. Ticket price pays for workshop fees, planning, hosting and organising which involve time and effort. A community of 4,500+ writers takes time to manage. PLEASE NOTE: Refunds or credits will only be provided if the workshop is cancelled by us. We cannot offer refunds or credit for another session if you decide not to attend on the day. **Please change your RSVP if you no longer plan to attend.** We often have people on the waiting list and we'd hate for others to miss out. Location: **The Sutton Arms EC1,** 6 Carthusian St, Barbican, London EC1M 6EB. Closest stations are Barbican, Farringdon and Moorgate. Use the official Meetup app to update your RSVPs, check what's on and last-minute notifications about our events as they happen to your phone. [Download it now](https://www.meetup.com/apps/). These workshops are hosted by me - Lisa Goll, Boss Lady at London Writers' Cafe - I'm a publishing professional with more than twenty years of working within the publishing industry. Added to that, I've been leading LWC workshops for writers since 2010 too. See more about [me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisagoll/) or Insta me @LisasShare @LondonWritersCafe Question? Post a comment below.

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A Sci Fi/Fantasy “Open Mic” Night

A Sci Fi/Fantasy “Open Mic” Night

Wed, Nov 11, 6:30 PM
From London Sci Fi & Fantasy Authors
4.9

Join us for a relaxed and inspiring evening of storytelling! At this Open Mic Night, sci-fi and fantasy writers will share 5–10 minutes of their work—whether it’s a draft in progress or a polished piece. After everyone has read, **the audience will vote for one writer to take home a £20 Amazon Gift Card!** **You don’t have to read to attend**. If you’d rather just listen, support your fellow writers, and soak up the creativity, that’s absolutely welcome. This is a friendly, low-pressure environment for both readers and listeners. All we ask is that you please support the venue by buying drinks and snacks! **Want to read? We need at least 4 readers (maximum 6) for the event to go ahead. To sign up please join our WhatsApp group and look out for the call for readers in the main chat a few weeks before the event.** Come along, grab a drink, and let’s celebrate sci-fi and fantasy storytelling together!

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A Sci Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social & Book Swap

A Sci Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social & Book Swap

Wed, Dec 2, 6:30 PM
From London Sci Fi & Fantasy Authors
4.9

Join us for our final event of the year! A London Sci-Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social! This casual gathering is for aspiring and published writers to share ideas, discuss their work and journeys, and connect with other like minded creatives in a relaxed and welcoming environment. **To celebrate the season and end of the year we will doing a "secret santa" style book swap at the social! If you want to take part then please bring a gift wrapped sci fi or fantasy novel (can be secondhand, paperpack, whatever you please) and pairs will then be given on the day to swap books!** \*TAKING PART IN THE BOOK SWAP IS TOTALLY OPTIONAL BUT ENCOURAGED haha.\* We’ll be meeting in the upstairs room of Craft Beer Co. Brixton for this social, so please support the venue by buying food and drinks to thank them for their support of the group this year! See you there!

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Fiction Feedback Workshop

Fiction Feedback Workshop

Mon, Nov 2, 6:45 PM
From London Writers' Café
4.7

Writers, learn more about writing fiction well through our constructive feedback, comradery and lively discussion. You'll be amazed at what you can learn by listening, and sharing your own words once you feel ready. No pressure. In our regular feedback workshops, we have three writers sharing a sample of their writing for immediate feedback, advice and encouragement. Critique is led and moderated by your host Lisa Goll. Listening to the writing of others and the feedback their piece receives on the night is how we learn. We've been running these sessions since 2010 and there's a reason they fill up so fast! Usually, our workshops are limited to a group of 15 writers in total. Three reading; the rest listening, commenting and giving feedback. For people reading, pieces must be **3,500 words or less** as you'll have about 45mins for reading and discussion on your excerpt from around the table. Most people bring 3,500 words from their novel or a short story of all genres and styles. If you'd like to read, please **post a comment below**. ***You must have booked your place before making a request to read.*** If you are reading, **please bring enough printed copies (at least 10)** of your pages so members can make additional feedback/editing notes for you during the reading. All copies will be returned to you after the feedback has concluded. New members are always welcome in these groups. Most people come along to a few sessions before offering feedback, commenting or requesting to read but it's up to you. If you want to read right away, great, but if you want to come along and see how we roll first, that makes sense too. Again, you'll be surprised by how much you can learn from others by listening to the pieces and their feedback. After the workshop, most of us head to the bar for a social drink or two and extended conversation about the highs and woes of writing. **TICKETS:** £15.00 and please follow the steps to pay via PayPal when you RSVP. Ticket price pays for workshop fees, planning, hosting and organising which involve time and effort. A community of 4,500+ writers takes time to manage. PLEASE NOTE: Refunds or credits will only be provided if the workshop is cancelled by us. We cannot offer refunds or credit for another session if you decide not to attend on the day. **Please change your RSVP if you no longer plan to attend.** We often have people on the waiting list and we'd hate for others to miss out. Location: **The Sutton Arms EC1,** 6 Carthusian St, Barbican, London EC1M 6EB. Closest stations are Barbican, Farringdon and Moorgate. Use the official Meetup app to update your RSVPs, check what's on and last-minute notifications about our events as they happen to your phone. [Download it now](https://www.meetup.com/apps/). These workshops are hosted by me - Lisa Goll, Boss Lady at London Writers' Cafe - I'm a publishing professional with more than twenty years of working within the publishing industry. Added to that, I've been leading LWC workshops for writers since 2010 too. See more about [me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisagoll/) or Insta me @LisasShare @LondonWritersCafe Question? Post a comment below.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that connects people with similar interests through local groups and events. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill or meet like-minded individuals, Meetup helps you find communities and activities that match your passions.

To find creative writing groups in London, simply search for the interest on the Meetup website or app and filter results by location. You'll find a variety of groups that host writing workshops, readings, and discussions.

Yes! London hosts a vibrant array of creative writing workshops for diverse skill levels. From beginners to more seasoned writers, you can participate in sessions that sharpen your writing skills and inspire your creativity.

Absolutely! You can join as many writing groups as you'd like on Meetup. This flexibility allows you to explore different writing styles, themes, and genres, enhancing your exposure and experience.

Joining Meetup and many writing groups is free, although some events or workshops may require a fee. Be sure to check the event details for any costs associated with participation.

RSVPing to a writing event on Meetup is simple. Once you've found an event you're interested in, just click 'Attend' to reserve your spot. This lets the organizer know you'll be joining.

Creative writing events can include workshops, open mic nights, writing retreats, and group feedback sessions. Each gathering provides a unique platform for writers to learn, grow, and share their work.

No, Meetup doesn't directly organize events. Instead, local groups and hosts create and manage the events, using Meetup as a platform to promote and coordinate them with interested participants.

While not guaranteed, some events might feature guest appearances by established authors. However, most events focus on peer interaction and development within the writing community.

The frequency of meetings varies depending on the group. Some might meet weekly, whereas others could convene monthly. Check the individual group's schedule for precise details.

If you can't find a writing group nearby, consider starting one yourself! Meetup makes it easy to connect with like-minded individuals and build new communities around shared interests.

Sure! Hosting your writing event is possible by creating a group on Meetup. Once set up, you can invite members, schedule gatherings, and share your passion for writing with the local community.

If a workshop is full, join the waitlist. Many organizers allow people on the waitlist to join if spots open up. You can also explore similar groups and events as an alternative.

Yes, depending on the organizer, some creative writing events may be available online, allowing broader participation across distances or circumstances that limit in-person attendance.

While Meetup aims to connect individuals with shared interests, forming connections depends on active participation and personal engagement with your chosen groups and events.