Book Writing

Nos encontraremos para leer y escribir en un taller coordinado por la escritora Daniela Trabuchi.

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*Do you have a really good story to tell but want a few pointers before you jump on stage?* Join us for a free one-night **Storytelling Workshop** in Barcelona! 📅 **Monday, June 22** 📍 **El Noa Noa, C/Villarroel, 71 , Barcelona** 🕡 **Doors 18:30 \| Workshop 19:00–20:30 \+ Q&A** We believe everyone has powerful and unique stories, and this workshop will give you practical tools to craft and share yours. **What you’ll learn:** * How to transform life experiences into engaging stories * The difference between a topic and a story * What to edit out (and why) * How to use detail and structure to make your story unforgettable The session will be led by **Liz**, a writer for *The Guardian, The Washington Post, and Marie Claire*, and **Cristian**, the host of Storytelling Lisboa and Storytelling Barcelona. Together, they’ll share insights from years of writing, performing, and hosting storytelling nights. This is a casual, beginner-friendly workshop. You won’t be asked to perform, but you will leave with tips, techniques, and a handout to help you bring your stories to life. 💶 **Free entry (donations welcome)** ☕ Drinks and snacks available at the bar. ✨ Come curious, leave inspired — and maybe ready to step on stage at one of our future Storytelling nights!

A quiet space to work in a Mediterranean villa above Barcelona. This is not a café, not a busy coworking — but a calm environment designed for focus, natural rhythm and deep work. The experience is built around **silence, light and space**. Large shared tables, natural shade, stable wifi and unlimited coffee throughout the day. Here you come to **work for real**. No noise, no pressure, no distractions. Located in Vallcarca, surrounded by nature and open views over the city, the house offers a setting that helps you stay focused while feeling more relaxed. You can come alone or with someone. A steady, easy rhythm throughout the day — with space to pause, breathe or reset when needed. On selected dates, coworking connects with the house’s **evening social events**, with the option to stay and enjoy a different atmosphere after work. We keep small groups to maintain a calm and productive environment. **Ideal for:** – Remote work and deep focus – Writing, planning or strategy – Closing pending tasks – Personal projects – Anyone tired of working from cafés **[More information](https://tally.so/r/VL8Nll)** +34 600 41 67 80 **Become a Member 🌿** Work from the house every **Monday, Tuesday and Thursday**. A calm place with natural light, plants everywhere and open views over Barcelona. A space to focus, move your projects forward and enjoy your day more. Take breaks to stretch, meditate, do yoga or simply disconnect for a moment. Your membership also includes **one private community event per month**, to experience the house in a more social way. **Want to try it first?** Your first day is free.

Bienvenido a EAT & MEET. Los eventos donde todos los lunes en KCN sacamos nuestra vena más #foodie y la combinamos con el #networking. Si eres de Barcelona o alrededores o vas a estar por aquí con la intención de hacer negocios, emprender y dar a conocer tu proyecto entre empresarios de la zona queremos invitarte a un evento que marca la diferencia. Maridajes, comidas, cenas y desayunos con un elemento común. Hacer negocios y ampliar tu red de contactos. Los EAT & MEET son encuentros empresariales donde puedes crear sinergias que aceleren y hagan crecer tu proyecto en un entorno distendido. Distendido pero profesional. Nuestro objetivo es salir de los despachos y las reuniones impersonales de Zoom y hablar cara a cara contigo. Por eso este Desayuno de Networking del 22 de junio para profesionales. En este evento te ofrecemos la oportunidad de participar en un desayuno de negocios. Todo esto maridado no solo con buena compañía sino con una oportunidad de crecer. Nuestros EAT & MEET causan furor entre los socios. Regístrate en el enlace para reservar tu plaza. Regístrate en el enlace para reservar tu plaza. https://app.clubdenetworking.es/event/desayunodenetworkingbarcelonaeixample22dejunio-74bm2px8/FLobera

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**Reforestation project in Brazil** Come to join us for a **presentation and discussion** about the **reforestation and protection of one of the world's most threatened biodiversity** **hotspots** \- the Atlantic Forest in Brazil\. “Tito Garcez is a **Brazilian conservationist** and the **founder of Instituto Santuário da Mata**, a non-profit organization focused on **protecting and restoring the Atlantic Forest in northeastern Brazil**. Originally trained in tourism, Garcez pivoted toward environmentalism after living in Patagonia, Argentina, where he realized the importance of living harmoniously with nature. Upon returning home, he witnessed the severe disappearance of local forests and wildlife, which inspired him to **launch long-term initiatives centered on biodiversity conservation**, **ecological restoration** and **environmental education**. Today, he successfully blends his background by **promoting wildlife watching** and **nature-based tourism** to foster an **appreciation for the environment** while **financially and socially supporting conservation efforts**. Through his institute, Garcez **actively collaborates with local communities**, **universities, researchers, and volunteers to protect threatened species and restore vital forest habitats**. He strongly emphasizes building bridges between grassroots communities and global environmental organizations. His current visit to Europe stems from relationships built with international volunteers and researchers, and he aims to use this trip to strengthen global partnerships, secure **expanded support for his conservation projects, encourage scientific research, and foster new international collaborations**. The **Instituto Santuário da Mata** operates in **Sergipe, Brazil**, managing a private **nature reserve recognized by UNESCO** as part of the **Atlantic Forest Biosphere Reserve**. The organization targets the protection of critical, highly threatened biodiversity hotspots by combining ecological restoration with deep community engagement. Its primary initiatives include monitoring endangered wildlife, such as the Coimbra Filho's titi monkey and the maned sloth, reforesting degraded areas, creating wildlife corridors, and hosting international volunteers and educational programs. Ultimately, the institute seeks to build bridges with European universities and organizations to exchange conservation strategies, foster scientific research, and share the unique cultural richness of northeastern Brazil. **We will discuss:** \- ecological restauration and the creation of ecological corridors to reconnect fragmented forest areas \- protection and monitoring of endangered species \- wild life observation tourism as a tool for conservation and sustainable local development \- community\-based conservation experiences \- exchange of experiences between conservation initiatives in Brazil and Europe **VIDEO:** [The Forest Is Returning | Restoring Brazil’s Atlantic Forest](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OosHkD59q5E) **Santuario Da Mata**: www.santuariodamata.org **IG:** @santuariodamata **Proyecto de reforestación en Brasil** Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros en una **presentación y debate** sobre la **reforestación y la protección de uno de los puntos calientes de biodiversidad más amenazados del mundo**: la Selva Atlántica de Brasil. «Tito Garcez es un **conservacionista brasileño** y **fundador del Instituto Santuário da Mata**, una organización sin ánimo de lucro dedicada a la **protección y restauración de la Selva Atlántica en el noreste de Brasil**. Formado inicialmente en turismo, Garcez dio un giro hacia el ecologismo tras vivir en la Patagonia argentina, donde se dio cuenta de la importancia de vivir en armonía con la naturaleza. Al regresar a su país, fue testigo de la grave desaparición de los bosques y la fauna locales, lo que le inspiró a poner en marcha **iniciativas a largo plazo centradas en la conservación de la biodiversidad, la restauración ecológica y la educación medioambiental**. Hoy en día, combina con éxito su experiencia promoviendo el avistamiento de fauna y **el turismo basado en la naturaleza** para **fomentar el aprecio por el medio ambiente,** al tiempo que **apoya económica y socialmente los esfuerzos de conservación**. A través de su instituto, Garcez **colabora activamente con comunidades locales, universidades, investigadores y voluntarios para proteger especies amenazadas y restaurar hábitats forestales vitales**. Hace especial hincapié en tender puentes entre las comunidades de base y las organizaciones medioambientales globales. Su actual visita a Europa **surge de las relaciones establecidas con voluntarios** e **investigadores internacionales**, y pretende aprovechar este viaje para **fortalecer la colaboración global**. El **Instituto Santuário da Mata** opera en **Sergipe (Brasil)** y gestiona una **reserva natural privada reconocida por la UNESCO** como parte de la Reserva de la Biosfera de la Selva Atlántica. La organización tiene como objetivo la protección de puntos críticos de biodiversidad altamente amenazados, combinando la restauración ecológica con una profunda implicación de la comunidad. Entre sus principales iniciativas se incluyen el seguimiento de especies silvestres en peligro de extinción, como el tití de Coimbra Filho y el perezoso de crin, la reforestación de áreas degradadas, la creación de corredores ecológicos y la acogida de voluntarios internacionales y programas educativos. En última instancia, el instituto busca tender puentes con universidades y organizaciones europeas para intercambiar estrategias de conservación, fomentar la investigación científica y compartir la riqueza cultural única del noreste de Brasil. **Hablaremos de:** \- la restauración ecológica y la creación de corredores ecológicos para reconectar áreas forestales fragmentadas \- la protección y el seguimiento de especies en peligro de extinción \- el turismo de observación de la vida silvestre como herramienta para la conservación y el desarrollo local sostenible \- experiencias de conservación basadas en la comunidad \- el intercambio de experiencias entre iniciativas de conservación en Brasil y Europa **VIDEO:** [The Forest Is Returning | Restoring Brazil’s Atlantic Forest](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OosHkD59q5E) **Santuario Da Mata**: www.santuariodamata.org **IG:** @santuariodamata **ESP About Culture Jam by Apocapoc BCN** *Creemos firmemente que para ser eficientes y saludables en el manejo de la actual crisis ambiental y social, necesitamos equiparnos con herramientas y conocimientos que nos ayuden a empoderarnos y cultivar nuestra "esperanza activa". La serie Culture Jam de de* ***[Apocapoc BCN](https://www.apocapocbcn.com/)*** *tiene como objetivo hacer precisamente eso.*

Need some inspiration and/or dedicated writing time for your current WIP? Grab your laptop or notebook and join us at Simply show up at Laie Bookstore (we'll be upstairs). Feel free to jump into working on your own writing project immediately, or wait until the quiet time starting at 5:30. at 5 pm for a bit of writer chat, before diving into an hour and a half of focused writing time. At 7, we head to a nearby bar to discuss how it all went.

**Silent Writing - Cállate y Escribe - Sabadell** **English** 🇬🇧 Do you have a story to tell but struggle to find the time? Stop procrastinating and join us for a focused session of pure productivity. No networking, no small talk—just you and your words. \* When: on Tuedays, 19:30 – 20:30. \* Where: SandwiCheZ, Sabadell. \* The Rule: We write in total silence for 60 minutes. You can use a pen or your laptop, but please keep your phone away to avoid distractions. \* Etiquette: As we are using the café space, please be kind and order at least a tea or coffee. Come turn your "someday" into "today." See you there! **Español** 🇪🇸 ¿Tienes un proyecto entre manos pero siempre encuentras una excusa para no avanzar? Se acabó la procrastinación. "Cállate y Escribe" es un espacio diseñado para dedicarle tiempo real a la escritura, sin distracciones ni interrupciones. \* Cuándo: Martes, de 19:30 a 20:30. \* Dónde: SandwiChez - Carrer de Gràcia 1, Sabadell \* La Regla: Escribimos en silencio total durante una hora. Puedes usar papel o portátil, siempre que el móvil se quede guardado para no romper la concentración. \* Cortesía: Ya que el local nos acoge, se ruega pedir al menos un té o un café. Menos excusas, más palabras. ¡Te esperamos! **FAQ & Rules / Preguntas Frecuentes y Reglas** 1\. Can I write anything? / ¿Puedo escribir lo que quiera? \* EN: Yes! Novels, poetry, thesis, journals, or even work emails. The goal is the act of writing. \* ES: ¡Sí! Novelas, poesía, tesis, diario personal o correos de trabajo. El objetivo es el acto de escribir. 2\. What if I’m late? / ¿Qué pasa si llego tarde? \* EN: Please enter quietly and start writing immediately without greeting the group to maintain the flow. \* ES: Por favor, entra en silencio y empieza a escribir directamente sin saludar al grupo para no romper la concentración. 3\. Digital or Analog? / ¿Digital o analógico? \* EN: Both are welcome. However, if you use a laptop, please make sure your keyboard isn't excessively loud and your phone is on silent/flight mode. \* ES: Ambos son bienvenidos. Si usas portátil, asegúrate de chequear que el teclado non sea ruidoso y mantén el móvil en silencio o modo avión. 4\. Socializing / Socializar \* EN: We save the chat for after 20:30! Once the session ends, feel free to stay and talk with fellow writers. \* ES: ¡Dejamos la charla para después de las 20:30! Una vez terminada la sesión, eres libre de quedarte y charlar con otros escritores.

✍️ ¡BCN Escribe estrena nuevo taller! SOBREMESA DE ESCRITURA EN COMPAÑÍA ¡Bienvenido a nuestra **sobremesa de escritura**! No importa si tienes experiencia o si acabas de empezar. Todo lo que necesitas es algo para escribir y ganas de pasar un rato agradable compartiendo tu interés por las palabras. Sobremesa de Escritura es un espacio para escribir sin prisa, compartir el silencio creativo y dejar que las palabras encuentren su camino. Durante tres horas nos reuniremos para crear en compañía, en un entorno tranquilo y acogedor. La sesión comenzará con una consigna o una lectura que sirva como disparador creativo. A partir de ahí, cada participante desarrollará su propio texto a su ritmo. Durante toda la tarde habrá palabras, ejercicios, libros y otros materiales de apoyo para quienes necesiten un impulso, una pausa o un cambio de rumbo. Al final del encuentro compartiremos la lectura de uno o dos textos elegidos por sorteo y cerraremos la sesión con un breve espacio para comentarios y preguntas. Porque a veces lo único que necesita la escritura para ponerse en marcha es una mesa compartida. 📅 Domingo 28 de junio 🕔 17:00 – 20:00 h 📍 Café IDEAL, c/ Marià Aguiló 99 (Poblenou) Taquilla inversa, según satisfacción. Los beneficios se destinarán al mantenimiento de la asociación.

This meetup is for anyone—anyone at all—who enjoys playing around with words. You’ll be given a prompt (usually one word, such as “playground” or “shiver”) and time to express yourself in writing in response to it. Anything goes: prose, poetry, lists, letters, lyrics; any form which calls to you and demands expression. After we have finished writing, you will be invited to share your piece with the group (totally optional, but the feedback can be fun). The feedback (this is the only part with rules): Responses should be in the form of what stayed with you, what you remembered from the piece, what resonated with you. This is NOT a writing or craft class; there is no good or bad here. Critiques or suggestions miss the point. This is new, tender writing, and we honor it as such. All writing is considered fictional. This is liberating for the writer, as you are free to write about literally anything and it will never be considered to be “about you.” The first person is always just a character. Please bring your own writing equipment. It is helpful to come on time so you can hear the prompt and have enough time to write. Please buy a drink or snack from Charcha, our generous host.

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **PARC CARLES I** near **CIUTADELLA and the SCULPTURE OF SANTIAGO ROLDAN**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. 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: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

This month we’ll be reading Goddess of the River by Vaishnavi Patel. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

Welcome, readers! Our June read is ***Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible*** ***Voyage*** **by Alfred Lansing.** A work of nonfiction, and one of the most astonishing survival stories in history, we follow Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew after their ship is crushed by Antarctic ice. Stranded in one of the harshest environments on Earth, the men endure months of isolation, freezing temperatures, and near starvation—yet refuse to give up hope. Lansing brings their ordeal to life through vivid detail and firsthand accounts, capturing both the brutality of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. At its core, the story is a powerful testament to leadership, perseverance, and the unbreakable will to survive against impossible odds. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **all** **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow