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 …

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!

A workshop designed to cultivate creativity and mindfulness in the process of recovery from grief, trauma, or addiction. We use writing exercises to uncover, discover, and discard old wounds as well as to create positive attitudes, present awareness, and future goals. We also play with fiction and poetry, and use visual arts as inspiration. Group leader has her masters in creative writing.

Welcome to the Heart-centered Toastmasters homepage! Heart-centered Toastmasters is part of Toastmasters International, a world-wide organization that fosters development of communication and leadership skills. HCTM is unique in that we offer a spiritual, non-denominational club culture of unconditional loving and infinite positive regard in our mutually supportive, non-competitive atmosphere. Many of our members are students or graduates of USM (University of Santa Monica's Masters program in S …

The Los Angeles Area Composers Society exists for area composers to support each other through providing feedback on presented works. At each gathering, some or all of the attendees will bring in a work that they wish to present to the other members. There is no requirement for a member to present, but if you attend enough gatherings we'll probably be pestering you to do it because we'll be interested to hear what your writing sounds like. Members who also play instruments or sing are encouraged …

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.

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 …

About Our objective is to help writers improve their craft via script development, mentoring, and career counseling services to obtain representation, sell, or option their work; and/or land a writing assignment. Writers helping Writers since 1986.MissionThe Scriptwriters Network serves its members by enhancing their awareness of the realities of the business, providing access and opportunity through alliances with industry professionals, and furthering the cause and quality of writing in the en …

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!

This group is intended to bring Metalheads all over the area (or those who will be visiting the area!) who want to meet likeminded music fans, learn about and  promote local Metal and Hard Rock events, and more!  I will post just about any hard rock/metal genre for meet ups. This group is run by Kristy KITTYBEAST Katz. Please join! And be sure to share on all your favorite boards and P2P sites. THANK YOU! FANS/METALHEADS: Here's where you can not only find and meet up with other devotees of Met …

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.

Shut Up and Write! Meetup is a venue for writers to work in the company of other writers on a regular basis. Writing, whether approached as a profession or as an avocation, is an isolating activity. We provide this forum, writing resources and meeting times as a method of developing a community of creative people. We welcome people who are serious about ‘writing down the bones’ and are looking for the companionship of other writers. Meetup Format Making the time to write one hour per week is an …

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 …

Designer? Marketer? Media maven? Social Media addict? Looking to create a group of creative minded professionals across all areas - digital, print, marketing, advertising. It's always fun to socialize with others that speak the language but also a great way to network. Happy hours and events will be held primarily in a 10 mile radius of the heart of Santa Monica and the main goal will be to socialize, with networking as an added bonus. Our outings will be a mix - maybe it's trivia night,a mixolo …

This is a group for lively, intelligent, and creative women interested in writing and/or making art. Envision a free-form club in which you can meet and develop friendships with fantastic people and do something artistic at the same time! Each individual can do their own chosen art form with support, encouragement, and feedback from other creatives in a hassle-free, judgement-free environment, whether it is writing in any form, painting, drawing, etc. The format will be open and flexible, and co …

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 …

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 …

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"There is no greater joy in life than the conviction that we are loved." - Goethe Weather you have already found your soul-mate, or want to attract the right relationship into your life, this poetry writing group will help you grow, create, improve, and attract more love into your life. Join Award Winning Poet, Tresha Faye Haefner in a small group setting to learn techniques for finding and creating more love in your life by writing and sharing poetry. This is a super supportive environment, wit …

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.

Small writers group for people working on finishing book-length projects, fiction or non-fiction. Writing sample required.

This is a new social group for aspiring and practicing TV writers west of the 405. We meet on the third Thursday of each month at a different location for drinks. The group can be whatever you want it to be, whether you want to meet other writers, bounce your ideas off someone, exchange scripts for notes, or just drink and talk about TV while discovering new bars. Very casual, no rules. Preferably people that are in the business already but anyone is welcome.

This Meetup is designed for folks that want to learn certain functions of the digital / mobile / new media / entrepreneur and technology fields but haven't. Many people unsuccessfully enlist friends, take courses, read manuals or never pursue their passions or hobbies because they simply can't afford to, don't have time to or feel some sort of insecurity that holds them back. Apple has courses, there are plenty of great workshops, classes and online tutorials out there, however sometimes there a …

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.

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

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 …

“In your light I learn how to love. In your beauty, how to make poems. You dance inside my chest where no-one sees you, but sometimes I do, and that sight becomes this art.” ― Rumi If you love poetry, if you revere the cosmic sounds of music in words, if you are in love with the faces of the sunflower and the rose, if you believe God is speaking to us through the stars, the river, even the voice of the wind, if you are on a quest to answer back, this Meetup is for you. We will meet every Sunday …

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.