Writing Sprint Pilot

Writing Sprints Pilot: 6-Week Novelists Cohort

We are piloting a Writing Sprint format designed for writers who want focused and consistent accountability partners to build momentum on their first novel.

Unlike our weekly open sessions, the Writing Sprints run as a closed six-week cohort with the same group of writers meeting consistently. The emphasis is on creating a close-knit writership with writers in a similar place, fostering better trust, feedback and progress.

What to expect at each session

• Check in: weekly recap
• 60 minutes of focused writing
• 15 minutes reset
• 60 minutes of focused writing
• Check-out: weekly goal

There is no need to share your work, but for those that would like to hang back, there will be time to share ahead of time and discuss after the sessions.

How the sprints work

• Cohort size: six writers
• Who is it for: Emerging writers working on their first novel / project
• Same time, same location

Each writer sets:

• One personal milestone for the six weeks
• A weekly writing goal

Progress is visualised through simple weekly updates. This structure is designed to help you commit and stay consistent.

Dates & location

Location: Aldgate Curzon
Address: 2 Canter Way, London E1 8PS
Day: Every Thursday [for six weeks]
First Session: Thursday 7th May 2026 [May 7,14,21,28 + June 4,11]

Timings:
Arrival: 6: 30 - 7:00pm [Weekly Recap]
Sprint #1: 7:00 - 8:00pm
Reset: 15 min
Sprint#2: 8:15pm - 9:15pm
Discussions: 9:15pm onwards [feedback/weekly plan]

Commitment & sign-up

• You should be available to attend all six Thursdays
• This should be your first novel / project

Sign-ups via Meetup. A separate group chat will be created for the cohort for daily motivation.

Places are limited for the pilot. If you’re looking for structure, momentum, and a smaller, consistent writing network, this is for you.