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!® in Capitol Hill
Elliott Bay Book Company, 1521 10th Ave, Seattle, WA, USCoworking for writers in your area!
Join us for some focused writing time in Capitol Hill. All writers and all experience levels are welcome. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area—you won’t have to share your work.
Here’s the schedule:
9:30 - 9:45 | Socialize, meet, hang out, support local coffeeshop by purchasing a beverage of your choice.
9:45 - 10:00 | Introductions (and summary of what you plan to work on)
10:00 - 11:00 | Shut up and write!
11:00 | You’re free to book it or chat after, and get to know each other better.
A note about the format:
We don’t host critiques or readings. You’re welcome to exchange contact info for feedback/critique requests, otherwise we do not support critiquing in-session. 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:
WiFi name/password: Little Oddfellows/welcome2oddfellows
**Travel / Parking info: **Limited street parking is available nearby, otherwise there is a plethora of public transit options, including a jaunt through Cal Anderson Park from the Capitol Hill Link Station. Use any map app or the OneBusAway transit app for other nearby or connecting transit options.
We look forward to seeing you Tuesday morning!
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.7 attendees
Shut Up & Write!® in Central District
Peloton Cafe, 1220 E Jefferson St, Seattle, WA, USWriting in person - we’ve discovered - is focused, productive, and energizing. All writers and all experience levels are welcome! Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write with us. No one will see what you've written or give unsolicited advice.
7:00 - 8:30 pm, Wednesday Evenings
7:00 - Arrive, settle in
We will plan to meet at a large table in the back dining room, and there will be a Shut Up & Write sign on the table. The back room is accessible by stairs or ramp.
7:15 - Quick introductions
7:30 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:30 - End. Recap. Share (optional).
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens until 9 pm.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in after the session.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
Other Important Details:
Peloton Cafe has WiFi, and there are a few electrical outlets.
Parking is on the street.
The 3/4 bus line runs right by the cafe.
For summer: This location does not have air conditioning.
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something! They have a drinks and food menu, including vegan and gluten free options.
For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com.2 attendees
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