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Shut Up & Write!® hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress.
What to Expect
RSVP and please arrive 10–15 minutes early to get settled at an in-person event. Our host will lead introductions and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time.
Afterward, feel free to get to know each other. Members often talk about their successes and challenges as writers. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Upcoming events (4+)
We got together to write, simple as that. No pressure to share your work or read anybody else's, no assignments or challenges. We just show up to hold each other accountable and build a sense of community.
10 minutes of introductions, then mute your mics and 50 minutes of writing (hence, Shut Up and Write!), 10 minutes of chatting, 50 minutes of writing. And you can start your day right knowing that you wrote :)
For online security purposes, we won't post the link here for our meeting. If you're interested, please email us at: shutupandwriteathome@gmail.com
- Austin K.
- 1 attendee
NOTE: People who arrive late are a buzzkill. The point is to be quiet and write and late arrivals disrupt the flow. So come early, get settled in and enjoy one hour of disruption free writing!
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Join us for an hour of writing at QED, the creative arts space voted #1 in all of NYC by Time Out NY readers.
No matter what you're writing, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice.
SCHEDULE:
2:00PM - 2:15PM - Check in, grab a refreshment, make quick introductions (arrive earlier if you need more time to get settled in!)
2:15 - 60 mins - Timer starts! Write!
3:15 - 4:00 - Crack knuckles, stretch it out, chat, take off, or hang out at QED.
OPTIONAL - If the group would like such a thing, there is the option to have an open mic / reading at QED but we'd have to schedule it in advance.
We'll play some ambient beats, but bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block that out or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
Other Important Details:
QED has free WiFi & several outlets available
TRAVEL / PARKING: Street parking; short walk from the Ditmars (last stop) off the N train
ONE MAIN RULE: There is a zero tolerance policy at QED for outside food or drinks other than your water bottle. QED is a performing arts space by and for creatives that is kept affordable and accessible. Please help keep it that way by thanking our hosts with a purchase of food or drinks or something from the book/gift shop.
- Kambri
- Damella
- Samira
- 9 attendees
We got together to write, simple as that. No pressure to share your work or read anybody else's, no assignments or challenges. We just show up to hold each other accountable and build a sense of community.
10 minutes of introductions, then mute your mics and 50 minutes of writing (hence, Shut Up and Write!), 10 minutes of chatting, 50 minutes of writing. And you can start your day right knowing that you wrote :)
For online security purposes, we won't post the link here for our meeting. If you're interested, please email us at: shutupandwriteathome@gmail.com
- Austin K.
- Samira
- Monica W.
- 3 attendees
We got together to write, simple as that. No pressure to share your work or read anybody else's, no assignments or challenges. We just show up to hold each other accountable and build a sense of community.
10 minutes of introductions, then mute your mics and 50 minutes of writing (hence, Shut Up and Write!), 10 minutes of chatting, 50 minutes of writing. And you can start your day right knowing that you wrote :)
For online security purposes, we won't post the link here for our meeting. If you're interested, please email us at: shutupandwriteathome@gmail.com
- Austin K.
- 1 attendee
Past events (4,097)
- Anna H.
- Samira
- 2 attendees
