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 Roseville at Senpais CafeSenpais Cafe, Roseville, CA
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.
When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, 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
Agenda
6:30 - 6:45 PM - Arrival - Grab a seat, grab a drink or snack, say hello.
6:45 - 7:00 PM - Introductions - Introduce yourself!
7:00 - 8:00 PM - Write
8:00 - 8:30 PM - Group Check-InOther Important Details
- WiFi name/password: Provided on-site.
- Travel / Parking info: Plenty of parking in front of the cafe.
- Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
- Shut Up & Write!™ Carmichael AND OnlineLink visible for attendees
WEDNESDAY MORNING Shut Up & Write! is HYBRID!
- If you would like to join us in person for some awesome Gourmet Coffee/Teas and world-class European and American Bakery items, please join us at ELITE CAFE, 5150 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael. This is across Fair Oaks Blvd from the Raley's at 5 Corners located in the center of the strip mall with the UPS Store at one end. This is a small locally owned business that welcomes us. The sight has plenty of power plugs, USB ports, free WiFi and a friendly and supportive group of people. We do recommend headphones so you are not bothered by the Zoom delay when we are conversing on line. These may also be helpful if the sound of the coffee grinder, background music or other customers are distracting to your writing.
- To Attend on-line use the zoom link below:
Shut Up & Write! Carmichael Weds. AM Meetup
Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID:828 2794 2617
Password: 407715As a security precaution you need to be admitted to the meeting by the host. If you are not on the RSVP "Yes" list for this meeting you may not be admitted. We apologize for any inconvenience, but a few immature types try to ruin it for the rest of us by crashing Zoom meetings to be disruptive.
- We start with a video meeting at the beginning so everyone has an opportunity to introduce themselves and talk about what they plan to work on for the hour. We have a second video meeting at the end of that hour to check-in and stick around to chat a bit if you like. This is all free and FUN!
Please Note If you select to allow the Meet Up app to add this meeting to your calendar, it will put the Meet Up link in twice, but not the ZOOM link. If you simply copy the ZOOM link (above or to the side) and replace one of the two Meetup links in your calendar item for this meeting you can join both the beginning and ending meetings right from your calendar, using the same link. Of course if you make it a recurring calendar event you will have it every week. If we are ever compelled to change the ZOOM meeting number or password we will announce it prominently on this meeting listing.
You will see progress in your writing by spending the minimum of a single hour per week just writing. We encourage you to make this your focused writing time. Let nothing interrupt or distract you.
If you're spending too much time THINKING about writing, come and join us for a session of focused writing. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice.
