What we’re about
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
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- Shut Up & Write!Join to get the accountability and resources you need for your writing.
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See all- Shut Up & Write!® in Cape GirardeauMana Tea, Cape Girardeau, MO
Welcome to your local writer's group!
Bring your laptop, notebook, napkin, phone, piece of found cardboard - whatever you need to write down your thoughts. This is the group to help you get your writing actually done!
With everything going on in life, this is your hour to write it all down with zero excuses. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about focused work and meeting fellow writers.
Show up, grab a drink, take a few minutes before the event to chat with your fellow writers. We'll do some quick intros, start a timer, and get those fingers moving.
Afterward, you can stick around to celebrate or commiserate - it's up to you! If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you need to leave early, no problem either, please just sneak out as to not interrupt the flow.
A note about the format
This is a place for you to concentrate on whatever you are working on, with as little stress as possible.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. You're welcome to chat with a fellow writer at the event to exchange works after if you'd like, but the goal of this group is to get down to the dirty work of writing.
For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
WiFi name/password: oldtowncape
Travel / Parking info: There's a public parking lot on the corner of Middle and Broadway and street parking around the area.
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something. - Shut Up & Write!® in Cape GirardeauMana Tea, Cape Girardeau, MO
Welcome to your local writer's group!
Bring your laptop, notebook, napkin, phone, piece of found cardboard - whatever you need to write down your thoughts. This is the group to help you get your writing actually done!
With everything going on in life, this is your hour to write it all down with zero excuses. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about focused work and meeting fellow writers.
Show up, grab a drink, take a few minutes before the event to chat with your fellow writers. We'll do some quick intros, start a timer, and get those fingers moving.
Afterward, you can stick around to celebrate or commiserate - it's up to you! If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you need to leave early, no problem either, please just sneak out as to not interrupt the flow.
A note about the format
This is a place for you to concentrate on whatever you are working on, with as little stress as possible.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. You're welcome to chat with a fellow writer at the event to exchange works after if you'd like, but the goal of this group is to get down to the dirty work of writing.
For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
WiFi name/password: oldtowncape
Travel / Parking info: There's a public parking lot on the corner of Middle and Broadway and street parking around the area.
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something. - Shut Up & Write!® in Cape GirardeauMana Tea, Cape Girardeau, MO
Welcome to your local writer's group!
Bring your laptop, notebook, napkin, phone, piece of found cardboard - whatever you need to write down your thoughts. This is the group to help you get your writing actually done!
With everything going on in life, this is your hour to write it all down with zero excuses. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about focused work and meeting fellow writers.
Show up, grab a drink, take a few minutes before the event to chat with your fellow writers. We'll do some quick intros, start a timer, and get those fingers moving.
Afterward, you can stick around to celebrate or commiserate - it's up to you! If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you need to leave early, no problem either, please just sneak out as to not interrupt the flow.
A note about the format
This is a place for you to concentrate on whatever you are working on, with as little stress as possible.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. You're welcome to chat with a fellow writer at the event to exchange works after if you'd like, but the goal of this group is to get down to the dirty work of writing.
For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
WiFi name/password: oldtowncape
Travel / Parking info: There's a public parking lot on the corner of Middle and Broadway and street parking around the area.
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something. - Shut Up & Write!® in Cape GirardeauMana Tea, Cape Girardeau, MO
Welcome to your local writer's group!
Bring your laptop, notebook, napkin, phone, piece of found cardboard - whatever you need to write down your thoughts. This is the group to help you get your writing actually done!
With everything going on in life, this is your hour to write it all down with zero excuses. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about focused work and meeting fellow writers.
Show up, grab a drink, take a few minutes before the event to chat with your fellow writers. We'll do some quick intros, start a timer, and get those fingers moving.
Afterward, you can stick around to celebrate or commiserate - it's up to you! If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you need to leave early, no problem either, please just sneak out as to not interrupt the flow.
A note about the format
This is a place for you to concentrate on whatever you are working on, with as little stress as possible.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. You're welcome to chat with a fellow writer at the event to exchange works after if you'd like, but the goal of this group is to get down to the dirty work of writing.
For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
WiFi name/password: oldtowncape
Travel / Parking info: There's a public parking lot on the corner of Middle and Broadway and street parking around the area.
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
