How to Start a Writer's Circle

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Tip 1 - Writing Group Starter Kit

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Nine Three Nine | permalink

For further reading: http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/writing-groups/writing-group-starter-kit/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Writers Group | WritersDigest.com

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Abraham Tameru | permalink

1. What is your vision or intention for this group? Do you want a place to socialize with other writers, get feedback on current projects, or share resources and ideas? Be clear about this from the beginning, and your group will be off to a strong start. 2. What qualifications (if any) are you looking for in prospective group members? You can choose to open membership to emerging and unpublished writers, but be aware that they might not be as committed as professional writers.

For further reading: http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/7-questions-to-ask-yourself-before-starting-a-writers-group ^[2]

Tip 3 - 7 Tips for Starting a Writers' Group - Writing Alone, Together

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Albertino Campo | permalink

A writers' group can increase your productivity and boost your motivation to send your work to literary agents, magazine editors, and book publishers. To learn more about writers' groups - or to st...

For further reading: http://theadventurouswriter.com/blogwriting/tips-for-starting-a-writers-group/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - 5 Tips to Create a Writer’s Group that Lasts - The Write Practice

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jessie Burke | permalink

It can be hard to get a writers group to last for the long haul, but follow these tips and your crew will well positioned to make it last.

For further reading: http://thewritepractice.com/writers-group/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - How NOT to Start a Writers’ Group

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by G de Fretes | permalink

A writers' group can be a wonderful learning environment, but it can also be a pain in the ass. If you want to encourage the former and avoid the latter, <a href="http://www.happenchance.net/how-not-to-start-a-writers-group/">read on... </a>

For further reading: http://www.happenchance.net/how-not-to-start-a-writers-group/ ^[5]