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Writing Groups

July 11, 2008 | 1 Comment

Last night I went to a writing group I found on meetup.com. Actually I found it via the Nanowrimo forums. At any rate I wanted to take a post and talk about how great finding local writing groups can be. Sometimes it’s a nanowrimo group that meets all year long. Other times it’s a critique group, like this one mostly is. Writing can be a pretty lonely profession, so I find that meeting with other people can be a source of inspiration and encouragement.

I know for me, when it comes to National Novel Writing Month I really need the encouragement and support of other writers. The nanowrimo chat room especially has been great for that. But, it’s also good to meet with people in real life. When we lived in North Carolina I went to a monthly writer’s group (The Cat Vacuumers…isn’t that a fantastic name?) that was always a great place to come together.

If you can’t find a local group, consider starting one. Either through your local library or something like meetup. You might be surprised at some of the people harboring secret or not-so secret writers dreams. It’s something good for both you and the people you meet.


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  1. Abdul on August 19, 2008 5:09 am

    Yeah you’re right, I have also met some local writers as you said; it was really helpful to improve my profession. When you mingle with lot of creative minds your creativity will also bloom.

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