The purpose of the group is for local writers to be able to gather and receive constructive criticism of their writing. The group includes several published authors in fiction, science fiction, fantasy and alternate history. I would prefer any new members to be mature adults; this is not to dissuade teens from writing, but rather to encourage them to form or join writing groups aimed at their demographic. I want this group to feel free to write and discuss possibly mature themes and writing genr …

This is a group for writers who want to grow in the craft and help others grow.  This group is dedicated to writers of all genres.  If you need a push to pick up your pen or laptop, we are the group for you.  The goal is to remind writers why they started writing in the first place, and why they still write.  This is a safe haven and learning environment for writers.  For those who are scared to show their work, I encourage you to join this group.  This is a nurturing group.  Although honest, th …

We are an established writing critique group looking to add a few new members. This group is for writers of literary fiction only, whether that be novel segments or short stories. We meet on the first Sunday of the month (unless it's a major holiday) in D.C. and critique two to three stories that have been passed out and read ahead of time. We're a dedicated group of writers who have been meeting for three years, so we are cautious about bringing in new members. We'll want to meet you and see ho …

I just got back from an amazing year in Edinburgh, Scotland. While there, I was a member of a creative writing group where I met some fantastic writers. I want to start a similar group in the DC area because I know we have many great writers in the area as well. So here we are. The group brings together writers of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you are a new writer or have published, all are welcome.  If writing is your life, search for a group no longer.  The format will be writer …

Are you committed to writing? We are looking for serious wordsmiths to join our critique group located in Montgomery County, Maryland. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7pm in Olney, MD, at the Harris Teeter. Our meetings are about two hours in length. We have writers of different experience levels working in speculative, young adult, and dark fiction. We try to include a writing prompt at the end of every meeting.

Are you working on a non-fiction book, article, script or blog? Are you a fiction author inspired by factual events? Join the Arlington Creative Non-Fiction Writers for constructive critiques and networking opportunities! In addition to constructive feedback, we're also here to support each other in researching, writing, selling and publicizing our projects. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Join us at the Corner Bakery (2111 Wilson Blvd) just steps from the Courthouse Metro!

This group fosters the development of local authors' work through honest but fair criticism; to provide encouragement and inspiration to those authors as they write and submit their work for publication; and to provide a support network for those authors. There are no fees or dues, but the Speculative Wordsmiths require a serious commitment. Members must be willing to participate fully in the group's activities, and to give as much as they receive. Strong membership participation is critical to …

Stromboli Streghe is a group of women writers who meet every second Saturday to share their creative writing. We share critique and encouragement. If you would like to join this group, please contact the organizer and send a sample of your writing. Membership is put to a vote by the current members.

A mix of a writing circle and an art collective, Silver Spring Brush & Quill will use a combination of structured activities and improvisational writing and drawing to create individual and collaborative poems, prose, drawings, and paintings.

… We will encourage, provide constructive critiques, and inspire each other to reach our writing goals.

We are a group of writers who enjoy imaginative, perhaps even offbeat, fiction. Our goal is to write well--or at least better--but with the freedom to make mistakes. We are not here to necessarily produce polished, publishable fiction, but to rather to carve out a space where writers can experiment and have fun in a relaxed and supportive environment. Speculative fiction--which includes science fiction, horror, steampunk, dystopian fiction, and fantasy genres--allows writers of fiction an oppor …

I decided to start this group because I want to meet fellow aspiring writers looking for a circle of support, a safe place to share their writing and try out their works of memoir, novel, fiction, etc. to a supportive audience who can provide constructive feedback. Any aspiring writers in the D.C. area are welcome to join.

… WSFA Press publishes anthologies and collections of stories and the WSFA Journal prints minutes of meetings and writings by members and friends. Non-members are encouraged to attend our regular meetings, held on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. These gatherings include a brief business meeting, followed by light refreshments and conversation. Occasionally, we also hold other events, such as parties and trips to see movies. Our regular meetings are held in members' homes in the greater DC ar …

We meet every first and third Wednesday evening of the month to exchange critiques of our writing. This is a group for dedicated writers of young adult and juvenile genres working towards publication.  

This meetup is designed to help non-speakers learn to speak, write and read the Yoruba language in a fun, friendly and casual environment with a yoruba speaker. I'm an African who learned to speak and read the language at the early age of 9. Will love to help others do the same! :) I'm not a teacher or tutor, (not yet) just a lover of the language. Will like to try and help!  We can have fun coming up with cool ideas to learn and have fun with it. I may be able to help with Pidgin English too …

Seek to establish an ongoing poetry group for people who enjoy writing original poetry and are interested in sharing their work and exchanging feedback in an informal setting. Hope the group, page, serves to link members w/each other, anything poetry related. Please use as a tool to do so in any way you want.