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 …

“There’s nothing to writing. All you have to do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” Ernest Hemingway If some days writing really does seem like a solitary pursuit and bleeding onto your keyboard doesn’t help, then this group may be what relieves your pain. Pen and Kink makes working in a small genre like Erotica a less lonely pursuit and brings you together with writers who share the love of writing all that is sexy and a little naughty. Bring your finished work to share, your work in progre …

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 …

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.

EXPLORE your CREATIVITY in this highly engaging, interactive personal journey! UNCOVER and discover HIDDEN TALENTS, long buried DREAMS and lingering goals and desires. ENGAGE in writing exercises aimed at self-discovery that tap into your CREATIVE SPIRIT. BREAK THROUGH inhibiting BLOCKS like PERFECTIONISM, SELF-DOUBT, PROCRASTINATION and SELF-SABOTAGE with innovative experiential activities. Working and aspiring writers, painters, poets, actors, singers, dancers and PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF …

This is a new group for anyone interested in writing: Fiction or nonfiction. Writers who have been down this road and need support are SO, SO welcome as are, of course, the rest of us who have less experience but lots of hope and ideas. Please join us. It will be fun.

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 …

"The dreamers of the day are dangerous people. For they dream their dreams with open eyes, and make them come true.” ~D.H. Lawrence Poets and Dreamers Between our three related groups, Poets and Dreamers thrives as a multi-faceted circle of over one thousand professional and creative writers who gather throughout Southern California. Our vibrant, active circle represents established and aspiring authors of commercial fiction, non-fiction, memoir, romance, crime and legal fiction, short fiction …

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 …

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.

"The dreamers of the day are dangerous people. For they dream their dreams with open eyes, and make them come true.” ~D.H. Lawrence Poets and Dreamers Between our three related groups, Poets and Dreamers thrives as a multi-faceted circle of over one thousand professional and creative writers who gather throughout Southern California. Our vibrant, active circle represents established and aspiring authors of commercial fiction, non-fiction, memoir, romance, crime and legal fiction, short fiction …

This is a workshop for aspiring fiction writers to critique one anothers work in a friendly, supportive environment. Members submit a chapter or story every other week, and we critique two to three submissions each week. We are a small, tight-knit group that have been meeting for nearly two years, and we're looking for some new blood to replace some recently departed members. Here are some important things to consider before you apply: 1) We meet every Thursday evening for about an hour and a ha …

Connections. Connections. Connections. It's all about connections. The Los Angeles Writers Networking Group helps writers connect with other writers, editors, indie publishers, writing groups, bloggers, reviewers, bookstores ... anyone who can help authors connect with the audiences they deserve. You'll be amazed how valuable an expansive writing network can be. Look for events in Los Angeles, Santa Monica & Pasadena. We look forward to seeing you there! Visit Storiad to learn more about us!

Readings, Musical Performances, and Discussion. Where the line between audience and performer blurs in a perfect storm of shared human experience.

The name says it ALL!! We meet at Lake Balboa Park, CA and recite Poetry. BEAUTIFUL Scenery! BEAUTIFUL People! BEAUTIFUL Words!!! So bring your poems, short stories, monologues, and other (less than 5 min) written pieces to the Lake, and let's celebrate each others creative spirits.

Not just a repository of books, Fullerton Public Library is a platform for everything from author events to regular movie showings. Join us if you can, you won't be disappointed.

Of course you're tired. There's more sand on your hardwood floors than there is at the playground. You're out of diapers, apple juice and cheese sticks, which means it's time for your second trip to Target in a week. The only way your kids know how to play nice is by running through the house screaming. Some days you feel completely beaten down, and that is why finding the time, any time, for writing, is your salvation. This group is about finding REALISTIC times for stay at home moms to me …

Understanding Love through Modern Movies "Cinema is an ocean. Some float on the surface. Others dive for pearls." Are you a film lover and a fan of human relationships? I've created this Meetup group so single friends can enjoy a relaxing movie and talk about its beauty and underlying message. Each movie will be shown in a private home theater equipped with a large plasma screen and surround sound stereo. Initially, I'll choose films about love and romance, which may or may not have stereotypica …

In the Words of Womyn is a 10-12 week writing circle workshop for womyn who write, have written, desire to write…anything! The workshop is designed to empower womyn to give sound to our story and volume through our voice through the discipline and practice of the written and spoken word arts. There is no fee or registration required, simply show up with your favorite writing notebook/journal, some of your own writing samples, and a desire to listen and to share. Donations appreciated to support …

Write Club provides an open forum for aspiring screenwriters of all levels to meet and review each others' work, providing honest and thoughtful feedback. We want to support one another as we navigate through the treacherous waters of screenwriting. Our group is currently comprised of members with a wide range of experience, but we are all here to help improve our craft, while helping others do the same.  The writers' group generally meets every two weeks on a Sunday afternoon in the Hollywood a …

The Santa Barbara Songwriters is dedicated to songwriter networking and collaboration. We host weekly workshops, public showcases, and special events. We have a regular weekly workshop. The weekly workshops are just us songwriters - no prying public eyes. It's a place where we can exchange ideas and workshop our craft, or just listen and hang out if you're in a dry spell. The workshop is a great way to meet professional local musicians and in general connect with the business side of music in Sa …

Take 2 hours and shorten your learning curve by weeks, months, even years.  A fabulous, informative, & super helpful MasterMind INKubator for scriptwriters of all levels. Led by Founder Lena Banks, Mentor, Manager & Muse.  A Hollywood Pro insider, Industry Gatekeeper, expert Reader/proofreader and agent liaison for 18 years. The workshops consist of lots of Q&A and a wealth of personal help.  It's where writers become GREAT writers! The GOAL: to get your script written, rep'd, and sold. The Mast …

Have you always wanted to sing, but never did? Did other things get in your way, like a day job? Or, did you sing a long time ago and want to get back into it? Well, here's your chance to make your life-long dream come true! You will….Learn  from of a lively, friendly audience of your peers. Receive coaching, and critiques, Stretch your abilities and artistic expression, Build your self confidence while working to meet your goals,  You will have fun and be encouraged.  JOURNEY FROM WORKSHOPTO  S …

This is a group for artists in Santa Barbara County interested in life drawing and other fine arts. I'm a professional artist and I started this group to meet other artists (and aspiring artists) in the area. Santa Barbara is full of good places to draw: State Street, the pier, the farmer's markets, strip malls, and the Sunday arts & crafts show on Cabrillo Blvd. Meetings for these areas are somewhat sporadic, so there is also a general "drink and draw" meetup on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each m …

We are a small group of writers, each with a unique story or series of stories to tell.  Our goal is to meet a couple times a month to inspire, encourage and support one another as we commit to our writing journeys.  Ultimately each of us aspires to get published and to keep on writing as long as the muse calls.  We are purposely keeping this circle of writers small to maintain the intimacy and integrity of the group - similar to a book club.  However, we do have a waiting list for future member …

Do you have a taste for the mysterious and macabre? Do you aspire to have your work on the banned books list? Do you admire the works of Roald Dahl, Neil Gaiman, or Lemony Snicket? Or maybe you just prefer to sit on the edge of your seat? The Estelle Dowding Institute of Literary Peculiarities strives for the creation and preservation of strange, dark, and unusual works. The Institute primarily serves as a workshop for writers to showcase and critique each other’s work in a friendly and non-judg …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The Women in Entertainment ™MeetUpis an extension of ourorganization, Women Helping Women™in Entertainment Network (WHW) (http://WHWNETWORK.com), which provides unparalleled opportunities for women (and progressive, like-minded men) in the entertainment industry. WHW exists for the purposeof supporting, assisting, and empowering women in entertainment, and for the mutual benefit, …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The Women Helping Women in Entertainment ™MeetUpis an extension of ourorganization, Women Helping Women™in Entertainment Network (WHW) (http://WHWNETWORK.com), which provides unparalleled opportunities for women (and progressive, like-minded men) in the entertainment industry. WHW exists for the purposeof supporting, assisting, and empowering women in entertainment, and for the m …