If you enjoy writing and want to share your work with others, this is your group. If you don't enjoy writing but feel the need to get stuff out of guts and pen, this is your group. If you enjoy reading and listening to other people's creations, this is your group. If you're too shy to show your work or fear criticism, don't worry, this is your group. You can come up with material in any language, as long as you speak English too. You can come empty handed with just your curiousity. Poets, playwr …

This is a group for aspiring writers in south-west London. The Novel Coach runs fiction writing courses, led by acclaimed novelist, poet and playwright Kevin MacNeil, an experienced creative writing tutor. Our first course, Find The Novel In You, is starting in New Malden on 29 May and running for 12 weeks. It will provide you with the tools you need to get started and keep going. Classes will focus on finding your voice, plotting, character, dialogue and other essential components of fiction wr …

This group is for people who want to meet up in and around Finchley, north London, in order to write. Meetings can be any time - weekday day-time, weekday evening, or weekend. We will meet in local cafes or other venues and see which locations work best for us. The main aim is to get some writing done, and therefore get closer to getting published (if we're not published yet) or getting our current project completed (if we are already published). But additional aims are to meet fellow writers wh …

This is an opportunity for London writers (novelists, poets, Orwellian journalists) to get together in conducive surroundings to have a drink and to discuss plots, characters, literary techniques, writing styles and methods, and to discuss the styles and writings of novelists we love. As members get to know each other, if they want to share drafts or excerpts of what they're writing that would be great too - hence the title draft soc. With a relaxed setting and a friendly group of people I'm hop …

This is a group for writers who are already planning or writing their first or latest novel. It's a chance to read aloud - between 400 and 1000 words - and to get informed and positive feedback. It's also an opportunity to ask questions about, and to discuss, the process of writing.

This is a group for anyone writing a memoir with a spiritual/self-help bent. Preferably, members will be reasonably far along with the manuscript and looking for a mentor to help them better connect with their desired readership. A professional writing consultant and book editor, I am a huge proponent of real life stories and the intimacy that comes with them. I am a tremendous personal fan of the genre and will be hosting a book club as part of the group as well, recommending and reading some o …

Hi this meet up is about pitching. Elevator pitching.  Simple as that. So you've got a great idea for a story: a screenplay, a novel, a sit com, a TV series or whatever it is, brilliant!! Now why not try it out? Come and see if it sounds good to a group of 'ordinary' guys before you spend two years in your bedroom writing it when you could be having fun instead or writing something a whole lot better? Or maybe you've already done your first draft (or many of them) and now you're thinking of sell …

This workshop-style group focuses on writing for performance: play- and screenwriting, radio drama and monologues. A lively group where work is read aloud and then discussed in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. We've been meeting since 2008 on the first Monday of the month in Ealing to hear scenes being read. We are trialing a second monthly meeting in Soho. Occasionally we also have an interim meeting to discuss full length scripts. You are invited to upload around 10mins of script (usuall …

This group is for people who love to write, from short stories, poetry, to novels. This is a group for people who want to network and have a fun evening. Talk about their work and can share it with other members of the group, we will have writing sessions

This group is created for newbies and renowned to be and more renowned writers who wish to join a group of people rather like minded and creative to put together idea and why not stories whether there are factual or fictional. There is no age limit nor creativity limit to join this group, any person from any gender and/or background are welcome. It's the place to be to liberate your freedom of expression. The groups does not accept any liability for any injuries which could result from cause and …

A gathering of creative types who want to rub shoulders/minds with fellow wordsmiths. Whether you're an aspiring writer or an established journalist, author or scriptwriter, this is the group for you. Come along and discuss whatever you're working on – even if it's just a short story you started in 1996. Elevate your mind and banish writer's block once and for all. It could be the rocket up your arse you need to finish that play/book/haiku/crossword/blockbuster movie... or just a really good eve …

This group is for anyone interested in making low budget films, writing scripts, acting. I aim to get a group together once a fortnight to share ideas, write a script, then make a film! An enjoyable activity outside of work for creative like-minded people, where you will make new friends, learn new skills or build upon your current film-related skills. Please join if you've never made a film before, but are keen to learn, or those who have some previous experience.

Over two days we will WRITE -STORY BOARD-ACT-and FILM -and end up with a DVD of a film you have made. By using a green screen and state of the art software which that allows us over two days to create a story of any genre horror,action,comedy even musical, -that would be a brave one- and be able to set it in any time or place and make a short film, using a camera, which is used in many of todays Hollywood films. NO EXPERIENCE necessary we will give you help with the structure and you will work t …

The Artist's Way Course is based on the book by Julia Cameron. It takes the form of a weekly session over twelve weeks, addressing the central issue of how to unlock your own individual creativity. Perhaps you have always wanted to paint, write, or dream, but never felt able to allow yourself the time and space to do it. This course aims to enable you to find that space.Naomi will guide participants through the stages outlined in the book, with practical work and progress shared within a small, …

Put your writing skills to use, and develop your speaking voice to a small friendly club membership who will gently guide you from your first steps through a programme of self improvement and confidence to Competent Communication and Leadership Achievements. Or you can simply turn up as a guest and enjoy an evenings entertainment by listening to 3 or 4 prepared speeches on a wide variety of interesting topics. Intellectual Stimulation, free food, coffee and tea provided along with people from al …

Meetup with other outgoing single parents - with and without kids - for support, discussion and overall fun... We all have/need parent & toddler playgroups & outings but IndieParents is hoping to be more than this... Some ideas: 'Sanity walks' - long walks in the country ending at a pub for those days when kids with other parent or carer Writing seminars (writing as great creative outlet) Yoga/mind-body sessions The psychology of relationships (aka 'When smart women -- or men -- do stupid things …

Calling all Authors and freelance book industry professionals! Hi everyone! The Autharium meetup group is going to be pretty awesome, we are pulling together some special guests, some excellent authors and freelance publishing professionals. This is your event to mingle with like minded folks, find support and even help others with their books. If you are an established or new author or publishing industry professional this meetup is for you - you might even win a cool Autharium T-shirt. What i …

Innocence meets Experience’ as The Tea Box invites meet up members to another open mic poetry jam where new voices can perform alongside established poets

Ever wondered what the author was thinking when they wrote a novel? We have created a meet up just for those who want to meet the author and then read their book with the knowledge of the objective and goals. Welcome to The Tea Box’s new Noveltea Book Club – a unique new way of meeting to discuss some of your favourite books from our local community of Authors – with niche to best-selling books on the agenda over the term. The Author will Introduce you to there book and then two weeks later afte …

I appreciate that the following blurb is quite lengthy/detailed, however it is imperative for all members to read ahead of deciding whether they wish to join the group, and if the group and the way the group is run suits their own personal preferences. Please make sure you read all of it as certain individuals have claimed to do so, yet have then unfortunately later been deleted from the group (usually shortly after they join the group) as it has become apparent that they did not read/take on bo …

THIS IS A CLOSED GROUP - NONE OF THE INFORMATION YOU WRITE ON OUR PAGES IS EITHER SEARCHABLE BY GOOGLE OR VISIBLE TO NON-GROUP MEMBERS. This is a UK-based social, support & ideas group for women who are childless by circumstance. We have 'chapters' (like hell's angels!) in London, Brighton & Bristol and more are being added as Jody travels the country leading workshops and leaving behind her a legacy of new friends and "GG's" (Gateway Women Alumni) One of the things about not having children whe …

This is a group for new and experienced musicians in and around Reading who want to meet other musicians, play together, form bands, share skills or progress their talent. My name is Dan and I've been playing guitar on and off for over 12 years. If you're a musician, you may know what it's like: You get into playing for a while and then something distracts you and stop playing months, may be even years. It can be hard at times to stay motivated and keeping practising. My plan to keep motivated …

We meet at least twice a month to discuss all things Science/Sci-Fi from gadgets to writing. You will find us very approachable and friendly. Everyone welcome, no need to come to each meeting (we meet on the first Monday evening and fourth Saturday at 11am) each month. We often arrange film viewings if there's something many of us wish to watch and then discuss afterwards. We have arranged trips in the past to the Science Museum in London and plan to do more this year. Come along and see for you …

For people who live in or around Banbury, North Cotswolds, South Warwickshire, etc, who would like to meet new people who are interested in arts, cinema, culture, books, writing, travelling, politics, theatre, or just good conversation. As well as the Banbury Social Network Meetup, I run two other meetups that usually meet in Oxford: The first is a Spanish meetup: http://www.meetup.com/The-Oxford-Spanish-Intercambio-Meetup-Group/ The other is an arts meetup: http://art.meetup.com/454/

I have initiated this meet up, as I notice that some people in London have started a similar group, and I like the sound of it! The purpose will be for people who write poems, or short stories, to come along to an Oxford restaurant, and share there outpourings, with a view to entertain, and also be entertained by fellow diners. You may just have a funny story to share, fictional or true with the rest of the group. If you just want to come along and hopefully be entertained, again that is absolut …

This group is for anyone who is feeling the call within to lead a more conscious and connected life. I run workshops, events and write as a way to share my Divine Inspirations. We are all One but each of us has a unique contribution to make to the whole, I am here to help you see your light and remember what you are here to bring forth. Looking forward to sharing this journey with you and having a laugh along the way! Love & Happiness Debbie x www.debbiejordanmills.com

This is group for black women who are interested in swimming and want to break the stereotype that black people especially women don't like to swim (maybe or maybe not because we don't like to get our hair wet lol)! I came up with the idea to start this group because I am taking part in the Marie Curie Cancer Care Swimathon on 27th April 2013 and would like to invite others to take part with me and join my group to swim 1.5k. The maximum number in the group is 5 but I thought we could form a swi …

Welcome to The Fabuless Ladies Club! This group is for ladies who like the nice things in life, such as going out, trips to the theatre and cinema, manicures and facials but not so much the price tag that comes with it! This makes you a fabuless lady- a lady who like the fabulous life but for less! I have started this group to meet like-minded people and make new friends. I also write a blog of a similar theme: www.kissesandchampagnewishes.blogspot.co.uk We'll meet once a month for drinks or an …