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!® at the LibraryVancouver Island Regional Library - Nanaimo Harbourfront, Nanaimo, BC
Join Leanna and other writers for 120 minutes of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 2:30 pm on Saturday afternoons.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us.
No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - Quick introductions
2:40 - Timer starts: write for 120 minutes
4:25 - Check outs--How did it go?OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 4:30 pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just pull up and start writing, then check-in with us after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for friendly latecomers.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at the Library!
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the occasional conversation by other patrons.There are plugs for laptops at the Library if you need to charge yours.
Other Important Details:
The Library has WiFi. You don't need a card to use it.
TRAVEL / PARKING: There is street parking or underground parking. There's also a bus stop nearby at Victoria and Albert (outside of Bastion Pizza and across the street).
SEATING INFORMATION: 2nd floor, one of three meeting rooms, our name Shut Up and Write will be on the white board outside the door. If unsure, please feel free to ask a staff member where the meeting rooms are. Depending on which room we are booked in, and the number of people who show up, it may be necessary to find a table(s) outside of the meeting room. Come to the meeting room to check in first :)
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by respecting the other patrons and by following proper library etiquette.**Please join the Discord Server for live updates on events and for other information. Thank you for your patience, as we transition to our new location**
Invitation from Renée Meloche:
Hi everyone, in order to connect more easily outside of the Meetup site, we are piloting a Discord server (like a combination group chat/forum) for our members). If you're interested in joining, please click this link: https://discord.gg/QEVjRKz8Fz
- Thanks and hope to see you in the Discord server!
- Shut Up & Write!® at the LibraryVancouver Island Regional Library - Nanaimo Harbourfront, Nanaimo, BC
Join Leanna and other writers for 120 minutes of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 2:30 pm on Saturday afternoons.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us.
No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - Quick introductions
2:40 - Timer starts: write for 120 minutes
4:25 - Check outs--How did it go?OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 4:30 pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just pull up and start writing, then check-in with us after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for friendly latecomers.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at the Library!
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the occasional conversation by other patrons.There are plugs for laptops at the Library if you need to charge yours.
Other Important Details:
The Library has WiFi. You don't need a card to use it.
TRAVEL / PARKING: There is street parking or underground parking. There's also a bus stop nearby at Victoria and Albert (outside of Bastion Pizza and across the street).
SEATING INFORMATION: 2nd floor, one of three meeting rooms, our name Shut Up and Write will be on the white board outside the door. If unsure, please feel free to ask a staff member where the meeting rooms are. Depending on which room we are booked in, and the number of people who show up, it may be necessary to find a table(s) outside of the meeting room. Come to the meeting room to check in first :)
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by respecting the other patrons and by following proper library etiquette.**Please join the Discord Server for live updates on events and for other information. Thank you for your patience, as we transition to our new location**
Invitation from Renée Meloche:
Hi everyone, in order to connect more easily outside of the Meetup site, we are piloting a Discord server (like a combination group chat/forum) for our members). If you're interested in joining, please click this link: https://discord.gg/QEVjRKz8Fz
- Thanks and hope to see you in the Discord server!
- Shut Up & Write!® at the LibraryVancouver Island Regional Library - Nanaimo Harbourfront, Nanaimo, BC
Join Leanna and other writers for 120 minutes of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 2:30 pm on Saturday afternoons.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us.
No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - Quick introductions
2:40 - Timer starts: write for 120 minutes
4:25 - Check outs--How did it go?OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 4:30 pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just pull up and start writing, then check-in with us after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for friendly latecomers.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at the Library!
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the occasional conversation by other patrons.There are plugs for laptops at the Library if you need to charge yours.
Other Important Details:
The Library has WiFi. You don't need a card to use it.
TRAVEL / PARKING: There is street parking or underground parking. There's also a bus stop nearby at Victoria and Albert (outside of Bastion Pizza and across the street).
SEATING INFORMATION: 2nd floor, one of three meeting rooms, our name Shut Up and Write will be on the white board outside the door. If unsure, please feel free to ask a staff member where the meeting rooms are. Depending on which room we are booked in, and the number of people who show up, it may be necessary to find a table(s) outside of the meeting room. Come to the meeting room to check in first :)
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by respecting the other patrons and by following proper library etiquette.**Please join the Discord Server for live updates on events and for other information. Thank you for your patience, as we transition to our new location**
Invitation from Renée Meloche:
Hi everyone, in order to connect more easily outside of the Meetup site, we are piloting a Discord server (like a combination group chat/forum) for our members). If you're interested in joining, please click this link: https://discord.gg/QEVjRKz8Fz
- Thanks and hope to see you in the Discord server!
- Shut Up & Write!® at the LibraryVancouver Island Regional Library - Nanaimo Harbourfront, Nanaimo, BC
Join Leanna and other writers for 120 minutes of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 2:30 pm on Saturday afternoons.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us.
No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - Quick introductions
2:40 - Timer starts: write for 120 minutes
4:25 - Check outs--How did it go?OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 4:30 pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just pull up and start writing, then check-in with us after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for friendly latecomers.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at the Library!
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the occasional conversation by other patrons.There are plugs for laptops at the Library if you need to charge yours.
Other Important Details:
The Library has WiFi. You don't need a card to use it.
TRAVEL / PARKING: There is street parking or underground parking. There's also a bus stop nearby at Victoria and Albert (outside of Bastion Pizza and across the street).
SEATING INFORMATION: 2nd floor, one of three meeting rooms, our name Shut Up and Write will be on the white board outside the door. If unsure, please feel free to ask a staff member where the meeting rooms are. Depending on which room we are booked in, and the number of people who show up, it may be necessary to find a table(s) outside of the meeting room. Come to the meeting room to check in first :)
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by respecting the other patrons and by following proper library etiquette.**Please join the Discord Server for live updates on events and for other information. Thank you for your patience, as we transition to our new location**
Invitation from Renée Meloche:
Hi everyone, in order to connect more easily outside of the Meetup site, we are piloting a Discord server (like a combination group chat/forum) for our members). If you're interested in joining, please click this link: https://discord.gg/QEVjRKz8Fz
- Thanks and hope to see you in the Discord server!
