We are a community that comes together to unite consciousness with creativity. Just about anywhere in L.A. county. Sometimes we write together. Sometimes we do yoga together. Often we do some yoga, pranayama and meditation and then write.

We are a group of professionals in publishing who can assist writers, authors, and thinkers develop their book ideas and learn how to self-publish their book or e-book. We can also teach you about working with a traditional publisher. Rick Benzel is an editor and ghostwriter with 35+ years experience in book publishing and corporate writing. He has edited 100s of books, authored 5, and ghostwritten 10 for professors, consultants, and business executives. He was the Senior Editor for the best-sel …

Are you looking for inspiration, motivation and something uplifting? Come and join us at the Creative Expression Poetry Writing Workshop. We will explore various genres of poetry, from various cultures. We will also gain insight on poetic writing strategies, as well as, spoken word techniques. We will have fun with learning to develop the fullness of each of our poetic styles.

Are you interested in writing? Do you have a story you want to tell? Have you ever dreamed of writing your own novel, children's book, screenplay, or book of poetry? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this group is for you! We are a group of young writers (under the age of 40) who meet periodically to discuss writing and encourage each other to write. Members can bring their own writing to share and receive feedback in a positive and supportive environment. All skill levels are welc …

This is a group for aspiring or successful fantasy writers in Santa Monica or the surrounding communities. Whether writing is your full-time job or your weekend pastime, all skill and interest levels within the genre are welcome. Due to the resounding interest in this group, I wanted to state explicitly that this is not a general writing group. I will only be accepting members who do specialize in fantasy. Please only request to join if you are primarily interested in writing in the fantasy genr …

There are already plenty of writers' groups, but most of them are geared toward hobbyists rather than toward writers who think big (I know because I used to belong to three of them). If you're a self-published author having difficulty selling or promoting your work, or you're a writer who's frustrated by organizers who've told you what you are and aren't allowed to write, or you'd like to write and self-publish but are intimidated by the process, SPACE is for you. My name is Martin, and I've bee …

The Scriptwriters Network (“SWN”), founded in 1986, is an educational, tax-exempt 501(c) (3) non-profit, volunteer-driven organization created by writers for writers and industry professionals. SWN serves its members by providing educational programming, enhancing awareness of the realities of the business, developing access and opportunity through alliances with industry professionals and furthering the cause and quality of writing for the entertainment industry.

A place to work, create, and collaborate with other creative minds like yours. We meet every Monday night from 7 to 10 at Earl's Gourmet Grub at 12226 Venice Blvd. Bring drinks and snacks or buy them from Earl's. We'll have ample power outlets and places to sit, plus access to fellow writers, including published authors and working screenwriters. A suggested donation of $5 will get you a card for $5 off your next purchase at Earl's Gourmet Grub, home of the best sandwiches in LA.

We're a group dedicated to becoming professional screenwriters! REQUIRED READING FOR NEW PEOPLE - Please read the Screenwriting Group Q and A's pdf before attending your first Thursday workshop. It's located in the "MORE" section, in "FILES." See you Thursday at 8pm!

Bring works of creative nonfiction, memoir, and true stories.

We bring together entrepreneurs and others who are doing business on the internet, and seek to expand friendships and/or boost their connections with service providers from advertising sales to marketing to graphic designers and illustrators to book self-publishing via Meet-Up get togethers at cafés,  libraries, restaurants and via Skype.

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This is a group for people who play with words. We are theNewerYork Press, a magazine of experimental literature and a group of literary-inclined folk who throw "literary carnivals" and workshops. Our event, "theCarny," is hosted on the West and East side of LA. It is part performance, part open mic, part workshop, and part literary playtime. We invite writers, actors, readers, and anybodies to meet and perform rehearsed pieces from our print magazine, read unheard pieces, play word games, make …

A group for screenwriters serious about making it in the film industry. There are tons of books out there on the subject of screenwriting from a craft point of view. But it takes more than craft to launch a successful career. To stand out from the pack, you have to understand the needs of this dynamically changing business. As a working writer/director I want to spare you years of struggle and give you the knowledge and tools neccesary to launch a successful screenwriting career now.

We meet to share and bare our souls; reverse and release our roles; compare and beware our tolls. We meet to recite and ignite our fire; delight and insight our spire; to house, delouse, to spouse, and douse. We want for you; we want for me; we want for all; we meet for free. Come join our pub; or lurk above; feel free to snub; or share the love. And one final note, on this there is no vote, we come here to play, we come here to say, we come here to share, we come here to bare.  And so it must …

The Saturday Afternoon Poetry Workshop at Beyond Baroque happens every Saturday at 1:30 pm and ends at 4:30. The facilitator is Bob Foster. Poems are read and critiqued in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. All levels of expertise/experience are welcome! Bring at least 10 copies of your poem (which should be no longer than two pages). The workshop is free and meets in Beyond Baroque's bookstore at 681 Venice Boulevard in Venice, California.

If you work insane hours during the week (like me) and sometimes on the weekend, and can never make those weeknight screenwriters groups, then this group is for you!! We'll gather once a week, on Sunday evenings, read through each other's pages, and give feedback. I also hope on some occasions to bring in actors and have them read through our pages. Screenwriters of all levels are welcome!

Eve Brandstein has a 30-year history of bringing leading actors, writers, musicians, artists and media professionals together to create exceptional spoken word events. As a major studio & network executive, Norman Lear's casting director & co-producer, a professional director, working writer, perpetual poet & fine artist, Eve launched her Poetry in Motion Literary Salon in 1998, at Helena's in Hollywood. Since then she has presented original work from some of the entertainment industry's most re …

Are you looking for a boost in life? Need a burst of inspiration? At this event, we will have live spoken word with inspirational, uplifting, and empowering messages. We will also offer the book with all of the powerful pieces, personally signed, to be enjoyed at your leisure.

You will meet other local people interested in improving their experience of life with Neuro Linguistic Programming, a tool for self-improvement and interpersonal communications. You will join us on the second Tuesday of each month and occasionally we may announce other meetings on related topics. We host this common interest meeting in Playa del Rey (in the Los Angeles South Bay area). NLP is an attitude and a methodology that leaves a trail of techniques At each meeting, you will experience so …

PALA holds monthly meetings in West Los Angeles, covering many aspects of interest for self-publishers through mid-sized publishers. We are all about promotion, marketing, mechanics of publishing and its support services, networking, presenting monthly meetings,  national webinars, and teleseminars. If you are published or think you may want to publish, we have the information for you.

This group is for those individuals serious about making films with a team of friends you'll find here. Not a mere "networking" group, this meetup is about fostering relationships based from working together on actual productions. The initial goal is to produce an average of one short film a month with the contribution of active members.

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The AWARD-WINNING Hollywood Networking Breakfast was founded on the Paramount Studios Lot by Sandra Lord in 1993 as a means to providing networking, employment and opportunities of access for industry professionals and aspirants. We serve a diverse, multicultural constituency. Voted the "Best Networking Event in L.A." by Backstage in its "Best of L.A." issue, the breakfast has pr …

This group is for those who are involved with, or desire to be involved with, the creation of films, television and/or the entertainment industry in general. Whether your interest is in writing, acting, cinematography, directing, producing, and/or any other aspect of the entertainment industry, you've come to the right place! We present fun networking and educational events, share ideas, and support and assist each other with projects. Join us and please tell us a bit about what your particular …

The Beverly Hills Women's Network is the perfect destination for happy, affluent renaissance women who are focused on living their lives to the fullest and creating a relevant legacy! Renaissance: --n. a revival or rebirth, especially of culture and learning. A renewal of life, interest, or vigor. Membership Has It's Privileges. What Are The Next Steps ? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of your "human" self and not an "avatar" nor photos of flowers, animals, or the like that you feel …

Century Plaza Toastmasters is a supportive group that can help you develop your speaking and leadership skills. In addition to learning how to write and deliver prepared speeches, you will learn how to speak on your feet, how to give constructive feedback, how to run efficient meetings, and more. Also, thanks to the Hyatt's generosity, we do not have to pass venue costs (e.g., a meal or rent) through to our members. In addition to initial fees that cover your manual and other materials, our memb …

EVERYONE KNOWS SOMEONE - You may need a writer, producer, editor, or the money guy. Meet with others in the Entertainment Industry. To share, brainstorm, develop, join forces, and to create and develop Film and Television projects.

The power of great words both spoken and written provides the foundation for ToastWriters, a weekly Meetup intended for writers who need to be better speakers and speakers who want to move their speeches to the highest level and expand their communications repertoire into all things written. ToastWriters enables members to take their careers to the next level, Literally Speaking! Through the fun structure of a Toastmasters meeting, we deliver prepared speeches, do impromptu exercises, and get f …