About us
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.
Sponsors
Shut Up & Write!®
We host free writing events for writers all over the world.
Upcoming events
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Shut Up & Write!® Central Auckland
Nanny's Eatery, 492 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland, NZCoworking 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 and writers of all genres and kinds are welcome!When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink if you want one, and get your writing tools ready. If you arrive before the start time, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. 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
If you are interested, but aren't sure if it's right for you, please message the Host and they will be happy to reassure you that this is for EVERYONE who wants to write - even if it's just dedicated time to journal or noodle with ideas.
A Note About the Venues
Shut Up and Write West/Central Auckland changes venues monthly. We start at a different restaurant on the first Wednesday of every month, and stay at that restaurant for the rest of the month unless it does not suit our needs. We do strive to ensure that people can eat where we are at which means menus will offer some sort of gluten-free or vegetarian items.Venue Rotation & Information:
April & May 2026 - Nanny's
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: New North Road/Kingsland Station or Kingsland Ave.
- Train: Stop (when trains are working again): Kingsland stop.
- Parking: Curbside parking is limited, so please arrive early or be prepared to search around for a good spot. Paid parking is available at Nixon Park Parkin (6 minute walk), and Parkable 340 New North Rd (12 minute walk).
Venue Information:
Nanny's Eatery is a NZ-Jamaican Restaurant and bar. They do have standard fizzie options available as well.- Limited outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
- If you would like to order from their full menu, please arrive early and place an order before writing starts as their full menu closes and bar menu opens when the writing hour wraps up.
- No outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
June 2026 - Albert’s Post
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: Mount Presbyterian Church stops.
- Train: Stop (when trains are working again): Mount Albert Station or Mount Albert Shops.
- Parking: Curbside parking is limited, so please arrive early or be prepared to search around for a good spot. Paid parking is available at The Mount Albert Town center car park or 945 New North road garage.
Venue Information:
Albert's post is both a bar and eatery with a variety of foods that could be described as eurocentric. They have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.- You can usually find us in the porthole room to the right behind the host’s desk
- Limited outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
July 2026 - Lokanta Aegean Eatery
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: Richmond Road Shops
- Train: there are no local train stops, the closest one being the Kingsland stop, which connects by bus or an approximately 35 minute walk.
- Parking: 120 minute parking is available across the street from the restaurant and down the side streets as well.
Venue Information:
Lokotana is an Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean dining establishment with Turkish and Greek inspired foods.- No outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
Please note: SUAW is an international organization and vibe varies based on the volunteer(s) running the events. The Central Auckland events do not tolerate bigotry, racism, or sexism. If you ever experience any issues or have any concerns please let the host know.
The Central Auckland chapter has a Discord - you can join if you'd like through this link: https://discord.gg/yEebUh4mA4.
1 attendeeShut Up & Write!® Central Auckland
Nanny's Eatery, 492 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland, NZCoworking 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 and writers of all genres and kinds are welcome!When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink if you want one, and get your writing tools ready. If you arrive before the start time, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. 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
If you are interested, but aren't sure if it's right for you, please message the Host and they will be happy to reassure you that this is for EVERYONE who wants to write - even if it's just dedicated time to journal or noodle with ideas.
A Note About the Venues
Shut Up and Write West/Central Auckland changes venues monthly. We start at a different restaurant on the first Wednesday of every month, and stay at that restaurant for the rest of the month unless it does not suit our needs. We do strive to ensure that people can eat where we are at which means menus will offer some sort of gluten-free or vegetarian items.Venue Rotation & Information:
April & May 2026 - Nanny's
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: New North Road/Kingsland Station or Kingsland Ave.
- Train: Stop (when trains are working again): Kingsland stop.
- Parking: Curbside parking is limited, so please arrive early or be prepared to search around for a good spot. Paid parking is available at Nixon Park Parkin (6 minute walk), and Parkable 340 New North Rd (12 minute walk).
Venue Information:
Nanny's Eatery is a NZ-Jamaican Restaurant and bar. They do have standard fizzie options available as well.- Limited outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
- If you would like to order from their full menu, please arrive early and place an order before writing starts as their full menu closes and bar menu opens when the writing hour wraps up.
- No outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
June 2026 - Albert’s Post
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: Mount Presbyterian Church stops.
- Train: Stop (when trains are working again): Mount Albert Station or Mount Albert Shops.
- Parking: Curbside parking is limited, so please arrive early or be prepared to search around for a good spot. Paid parking is available at The Mount Albert Town center car park or 945 New North road garage.
Venue Information:
Albert's post is both a bar and eatery with a variety of foods that could be described as eurocentric. They have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.- You can usually find us in the porthole room to the right behind the host’s desk
- Limited outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
July 2026 - Lokanta Aegean Eatery
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: Richmond Road Shops
- Train: there are no local train stops, the closest one being the Kingsland stop, which connects by bus or an approximately 35 minute walk.
- Parking: 120 minute parking is available across the street from the restaurant and down the side streets as well.
Venue Information:
Lokotana is an Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean dining establishment with Turkish and Greek inspired foods.- No outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
Please note: SUAW is an international organization and vibe varies based on the volunteer(s) running the events. The Central Auckland events do not tolerate bigotry, racism, or sexism. If you ever experience any issues or have any concerns please let the host know.
The Central Auckland chapter has a Discord - you can join if you'd like through this link: https://discord.gg/yEebUh4mA4.
1 attendee
Farewell Nanny's Write-in
Nanny's Eatery, 492 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland, NZCoworking 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 and writers of all genres and kinds are welcome!When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink if you want one, and get your writing tools ready. If you arrive before the start time, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. 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
If you are interested, but aren't sure if it's right for you, please message the Host and they will be happy to reassure you that this is for EVERYONE who wants to write - even if it's just dedicated time to journal or noodle with ideas.
A Note About the Venues
Shut Up and Write West/Central Auckland changes venues monthly. We start at a different restaurant on the first Wednesday of every month, and stay at that restaurant for the rest of the month unless it does not suit our needs. We do strive to ensure that people can eat where we are at which means menus will offer some sort of gluten-free or vegetarian items.Venue Information:
Nanny's
Travel / Parking info:- Bus Stops: New North Road/Kingsland Station or Kingsland Ave.
- Train: Stop (when trains are working again): Kingsland stop.
- Parking: Curbside parking is limited, so please arrive early or be prepared to search around for a good spot. Paid parking is available at Nixon Park Parkin (6 minute walk), and Parkable 340 New North Rd (12 minute walk).
Venue Information:
Nanny's Eatery is a NZ-Jamaican Restaurant and bar. They do have standard fizzie options available as well.- Limited outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
- If you would like to order from their full menu, please arrive early and place an order before writing starts as their full menu closes and bar menu opens when the writing hour wraps up.
- No outlets available - Please be sure to pre-charge your devices or bring your own writing tools and paper
- Free wifi available - information on-site
Check out our Discord: https://discord.gg/yEebUh4mA4.
3 attendees
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We host free writing events for writers all over the world.