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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Weds Evening sessions at Pounds Park
Hygge Pounds Park, Unit 10, Elshaw House, 51 Carver Street, Sheffield, S1 4FT, Sheffield, GBCoworking for writers in your area!
☕ Shut up and Write 🌿
📍 Location: Hygge Cafe, Pounds Park
🕚 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (drop in anytime!)
Join fellow writers/creatives each week to show up, sit down, and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, you're welcome to stick around to chat, connect, and build your writing community. Wherever you are in your project, you're not doing it alone—this is your space to write.
You can also join on the Shut up and Write site it you prefer.
What to expect:
🍰 Great coffee, brunch options & sweet treats
🪑 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Schedule:
5.30-5.45 pm Settle in, greetings, set intention
5.45-7.15 pm Writing in silence
7.15- 7.30 pm Check in with the group and share how it went
If you can't stay for the whole session, no worries - and if you arrive late that's fine, just jump in and start writing when you are ready.RSVP to let us know you're coming – we’ll save you a seat!
Please remember the cafe is not charging us to use the venue, so we do anticipate people will order a paid item in return for using the facilities.3 attendeesWeds Evening sessions at Pounds Park
Hygge Pounds Park, Unit 10, Elshaw House, 51 Carver Street, Sheffield, S1 4FT, Sheffield, GBCoworking for writers in your area!
☕ Shut up and Write 🌿
📍 Location: Hygge Cafe, Pounds Park
🕚 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (drop in anytime!)
Join fellow writers/creatives each week to show up, sit down, and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, you're welcome to stick around to chat, connect, and build your writing community. Wherever you are in your project, you're not doing it alone—this is your space to write.
You can also join on the Shut up and Write site it you prefer.
What to expect:
🍰 Great coffee, brunch options & sweet treats
🪑 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Schedule:
5.30-5.45 pm Settle in, greetings, set intention
5.45-7.15 pm Writing in silence
7.15- 7.30 pm Check in with the group and share how it went
If you can't stay for the whole session, no worries - and if you arrive late that's fine, just jump in and start writing when you are ready.RSVP to let us know you're coming – we’ll save you a seat!
Please remember the cafe is not charging us to use the venue, so we do anticipate people will order a paid item in return for using the facilities.3 attendeesWeds Evening sessions at Pounds Park
Hygge Pounds Park, Unit 10, Elshaw House, 51 Carver Street, Sheffield, S1 4FT, Sheffield, GBCoworking for writers in your area!
☕ Shut up and Write 🌿
📍 Location: Hygge Cafe, Pounds Park
🕚 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (drop in anytime!)
Join fellow writers/creatives each week to show up, sit down, and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, you're welcome to stick around to chat, connect, and build your writing community. Wherever you are in your project, you're not doing it alone—this is your space to write.
You can also join on the Shut up and Write site it you prefer.
What to expect:
🍰 Great coffee, brunch options & sweet treats
🪑 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Schedule:
5.30-5.45 pm Settle in, greetings, set intention
5.45-7.15 pm Writing in silence
7.15- 7.30 pm Check in with the group and share how it went
If you can't stay for the whole session, no worries - and if you arrive late that's fine, just jump in and start writing when you are ready.RSVP to let us know you're coming – we’ll save you a seat!
Please remember the cafe is not charging us to use the venue, so we do anticipate people will order a paid item in return for using the facilities.2 attendeesSPECIAL Weds Evening sessions at Pounds Park
Hygge Pounds Park, Unit 10, Elshaw House, 51 Carver Street, Sheffield, S1 4FT, Sheffield, GBFor this week we're planning an additional social trip to the comedy night at Sheffield Plate in Orchard Square, which takes place after our writing session. You can get a ticket beforehand for £5, which includes a free drink, or you can pay on the door.
Coworking for writers in your area!
☕ Shut up and Write 🌿
📍 Location: Hygge Cafe, Pounds Park
🕚 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (drop in anytime!)
Join fellow writers/creatives each week to show up, sit down, and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, you're welcome to stick around to chat, connect, and build your writing community. Wherever you are in your project, you're not doing it alone—this is your space to write.
You can also join on the Shut up and Write site it you prefer.
What to expect:
🍰 Great coffee, brunch options & sweet treats
🪑 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Schedule:
5.30-5.45 pm Settle in, greetings, set intention
5.45-7.15 pm Writing in silence
7.15- 7.30 pm Check in with the group and share how it went
If you can't stay for the whole session, no worries - and if you arrive late that's fine, just jump in and start writing when you are ready.RSVP to let us know you're coming – we’ll save you a seat!
Please remember the cafe is not charging us to use the venue, so we do anticipate people will order a paid item in return for using the facilities.2 attendees
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