What we’re about
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
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. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Shut Up & Write!® in South AshevilleGreen Sage Cafe South, Asheville, NC
Coworking for writers in your area!
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.Please arrive a few minutes early to say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
A note about the format
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.For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
- Shut Up & Write!® - DowntownSweets and Seats, Asheville , NC
Shut Up & Write!
Here's how it works. Show up at or before 6:00. At 6:00, we do some quick introductions. Afterward, for a full 60 minutes (I'll set a timer!) we are heads-down writing. Writing what? A novel? You bet. Some poetry? Sure. Song lyrics? Your resume? That report you need to get to your boss before 8 AM or you'll need to write that resume? All of the above and more. Just shut up and write.
Surrounding ourselves with other writers who are busy putting words onto page (physical or virtual) keeps us all accountable and focused.
When the timer goes off, we'll check-in with each other and see how it went. Afterward, feel free to stay to chat and get to know your fellow writers, or keep writing, or take off.
Socializing is optional and will happen after (or briefly before) the focused writing. This is a safe space to work on your craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our events, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
What to Expect
- Roughly 15 minutes of introductions
- 60 minutes of focused writing (somebody set a timer)!
- Afterward, optional socializing
Being late is okay: Just show up and get settled, then check in with the host after the session. (Look for the person with the Shut Up & Write sign).
What Should I Bring?
- Whatever you need to be able to write!
- Earbuds/earplugs if you want to block ambient noise.
Other Important Details:
HOSTS: This is a multi-host event, so most of the time there will be a host present. If we are unlucky and no host can attend, please find each other and self-organize. Pay attention to the event chat and comments to see who is available.
WI-FI: Yes!
PARKING: Street parking in metered spots is free after 6pm. Closest municipal garages ($2/hour) are Wall St. & Coxe Street/Sears Alley.
