Find Your People
As a reader of this magazine, you have perhaps come to know this feeling: that although you may be alone at your desk, you are not alone in your pursuit of a writing life. You know that others reading these pages care about writing well, contend with the same kinds of challenges and doubts that you wrestle with, and want their work to find readers.
Poets & Writers Groups transforms that sense of connection into an active part of your writing practice. It has quickly become a thriving online community where hundreds of writers have met and formed writing groups that vary widely. Some focus on poetry, others on fiction, essays, memoir, or flash fiction. Some groups are highly structured and seek new members with a similar level of experience and publication credits as current members, while others are open to all, offering a welcoming space for talking shop and writing together.
Writing groups aren’t classes but rather peer-to-peer collectives in which members learn from one another. They help members stay accountable to their own goals, providing motivation, inspiration, and camaraderie. Often, with an investment of time, writing group members become trusted first readers who provide valuable feedback and help one another revise manuscripts and stay the course to completing ambitious projects.
You’ll find real people at Poets & Writers Groups, not vague, anonymous avatars. Finding writers you click with can take some time and effort, but it is well worth it. Poets & Writers Groups helps accomplish this by first asking you about the kind of writing you do and what you’re looking for in a group and then recommending groups that match those parameters. Poets & Writers hosts occasional events for members to meet and chat to break the ice, and members can direct-message others to get a better sense of the group before deciding to join.
Because we know that a writing group can be a vulnerable space, Poets & Writers staff maintain an active presence on the platform to make sure this is an online community you really want to be a part of. Our online community coordinator is there to assist writers in using the platform, provide support for group organizers, and address any issues that may arise. We’ve established clear community standards that reflect the respectful, inclusive environment we are committed to fostering.
Here’s what some Poets & Writers Groups members have said:
“Groups is invaluable to me as a writer without a big in-person writing community.”
“I’m impressed at how well-organized and curated Poets & Writers Groups is. I’ve found it helpful and easy to navigate.”
“I value the opportunity to connect with the writing community and feel a part of it.”
“There is nothing more rewarding than coming together with other poets. It is a priceless experience.”
“Joining Poets & Writers has truly been a game changer.”
“I feel very lucky to have found my people, which would not have happened without Poets & Writers Groups.”
If you are seeking tangible connection with fellow writers, we invite you to explore Poets & Writers Groups. A Poets & Writers membership at the Pro level is required for participation. Learn more at groups.pw.org.