80 Meetup Groups match “Fiction” near Victoria, BC
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We moved from the Mercer Island Non-fiction books club - same group - different meetup account. Margalit is the organizer for this meetup (Sally owns the account). This is a forum for discussing books on contemporary issues. The books chosen will generally be books that received at least some decent reviews in the mainstream press (e.g. The New York Times). Location: Mercer Island (usually Mercer Island Public Library or Starbuck downtown). We meet roughly every two months. Books we discussed at …
A group for anyone interested in discussing science and science fiction. We meet regularly for a meal and discussion. Outings and special events may also be organized. People from all walks of life are welcome.
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We’re a small writing group made up of commercial fiction writers working on novels for publication (either traditional or indie.) Our goal is to help each other progress towards publication through constructive critique, sharing of information and experience, and building a strong network. We can only fit a group of 5-6 novelists, each of whom submits a chapter (5000 words or less) each week to the group for feedback, critique, and support. We're structured this way because we think the it's th …
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This group is for women who want to become better fiction writers. If you have a novel you are working on and would like to improve it, this is the place to get excellent feedback. This is not a drop-in critique group where you read whatever you have written to a bunch of strangers. It is for serious writers. The goal of this meet-up is to create an ongoing group of women writers that offer support and constructive suggestions regarding plot, dialogue, and character development. This is not a …
Welcome to the Vancouver Sci Fi and Paranormal Club where we get together to talk science fiction, the paranormal, witchcraft, magick, and more as well as to make some new friends. We are a group of truth seekers who love sci fi and paranormal because the genres allow us to search for answers into the meaning of existence and who we are. Talking about the sci fi we enjoy and why believe in sci fi, ghosts, ufos, witchcraft, mysticism. It is also about great conversations and making some new fri …
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Welcome writers. Come and hone your skills with educator and graduating MFA writer Nathan Schreiber. Workshops will be held on consecutive Saturdays starting October 13th (except Veterans Weekend) and will run for 5 weeks. Nathan has studied under screenwriter Ross Klavan ("Tigerland"), author and professor Kaylie Jones (THE SOLDIER'S DAUGHTER NEVER CRIES, LONG ISLAND NOIR (editor)), and other gifted authors. He is holding these workshops to share his knowledge with other writers. Beginning writ …
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Calling all women that love science fiction, alternative histories, steam punk, cyber punk, stories about real science events in history, learning about the future of hackerspaces and makerspaces, and anything else out there that seems interesting. Opportunities to meet monthly at places around Snohomish, reviewing books and drinking good wine with like minded friends.
What's better than science fiction? Science fiction and people who love it just as much as you do! We're a very informal group and would love to have you join us at our next meetup.
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Anyone Can Write. Your creative juices will flow at this weekly meet up session. A supportive atmosphere where aspiring writers can encourage and learn creative writing skills and share their pieces in a non judgemental group setting. Beginner and experienced writers are welcome to attend. The group will run weekly and writers of all levels can focus on non/fiction writing/ memoirs; personal narrative. Please bring a notebook
We are a scifi and fantasy writing fellowship. What does that mean? Well, I'll tell you my good reader... a group that meets once every two weeks to support each other's scifi and fantasy writing efforts with - editing, critiquing, discussing ideas or just encouraging our floundering efforts. We welcome any length piece of fantasy and science fiction. And be warned, as avid fans of fantasy and science fiction, you will be exposed to certain nerdishness and plenty of particular.
This meet up is for book lovers and fans of coffee, wine, and beer! Open to young, educated professionals and graduate students that love to read and need a balance in life. We read both fiction and non-fiction books and explore all the great local restaurants, bars, parks, roof decks, and coffeeshops in Seattle! This is a laid back and actively social group, join for good company, social activities, and conversations! Some of the books we have read so far: What is the What, Brothers K, Roald Da …
Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers and should-be writers are welcome! Come and socialize with other creative like-minds around the lower mainland. Those involved/interested in Creative Writing are welcome! This includes (but is not limited to): Creative Non-Fiction, Fiction, Novel or Short Story, Children's Literature, Screenwriting, Poetry, Stand-Up Comedy, or any other type of writing. Plea …
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Meet other women writers and let creativity bloom! Whether your interest is poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, come find camaraderie and inspiration with us. Our group's activities may include - poets & writers' cafes: show & tell, reading out loud, writing exercise - workshops by authors - guided exercises - social events: joining other events also possibility - open mics - poetry slams - guest speakers/literary readings - a "writers-on-writing" reading group - discussions on poetry - fla …
We are a group of book lovers that meet once a month to discuss.....books. We like to read books from all genres, though usually fiction, we have thrown in a non-fiction a time or two. During the monthly meetups, we choose the next book. Actually, we tend to stay 2 months in advance so everyone has a chance to get the book from the library if they want. How we choose books is a little different too. We don't really discuss the book before reading it. Someone at the meeting suggests a book they w …
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This is a group for women writers in their 20s and 30s who want to write, give and receive feedback and foster creativity. Twice-monthly Tuesday evening meetings will give opportunities for free writes and sharing current projects to get feedback (first and third Tuesdays of the month). Any and all fiction writers are welcome, short stories or novel-length pieces. This group is for women who want to build relationships with other writers that will provide the feedback necessary to get your writi …
This is a group for sci-fi and fantasy lovers to get their geek on. Whether you're a Trekkie or a Trekker, a Whovian, a Browncoat, a member of the Scooby Gang, a Potterhead; whether you like books, movies, comics, games or all of the above; whether you consider yourself a geek, nerd or neither -- come and meet some like-minded fen. I want everyone to feel welcome in this group. Please no fannish infighting, no name-calling, no shaming for what a person is a fan of. I especially want people with …
Would you classify yourself as a geek or a nerd? Do you like science fiction and fantasy, movies and TV, comic books and board games, cosplay, and any of the other wonderfulness that the muggles might classify as weird? Are you looking to make new friends or re-connect with some old ones who share these similar interests? Do like watching movies and TV with like minded people. How about crafting projects, knitting or crochet? Would you like to have a Family style dinners where the conversation …
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Building on the success of Presentation Excellence Group, Possibilities is a group to help people identify and move forward with personal, creative, and career goals. Meet or re-connect with other writers, artists and professionals and explore your strengths, values, and goals through fun and interactive writing and speaking activities. Share your dreams and aspirations in a supportive environment, and gain tips and strategies for overcoming obstacles like fear, avoidance, and writers block. …
Do you love Firefly, Serenity and Science Fiction? You're our kind of geek. Are you looking for a classy, refined, well-behaved group of fans? We ain't it. Come join us and find out what the Seattle Browncoats are all about. Aim to misbehave! The Seattle Browncoats are a local fan group of the TV show Firefly, created by Joss Whedon of Buffy, the Vampire Slayer, Angel, and Dollhouse. We like to do geeky-type events such as trips to the Seattle Sci-Fi Museum, attend the Emerald City Comic Co …
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This group is for all of us who have a desire to write but never seem to find the time to do it regularly. It is open to all levels and is for those who would like to do more writing on a set date & time each week. It doesn't matter what type of writing you are doing, or if you have never written before. Just arrive with a notebook and pen (or laptop) and write. We usually begin by chatting for a number of minutes and getting to know each other though talking is not required. After a while most …
Do you have ideas running through your mind all the time that you would like to put into a story that you might even be able to get published one day? Would you like to have others read your writing or listen to your ideas and give you feedback? Would you like to give feedback to other writers about their stories? If yes, then this is the group for you. Who knows, maybe we'll even make some friends in the process of improving our writing. That sure sounds good to me. We'll write for the first 45 …
Living in a city of such variant potential one can see stories in everything. What's stopping you from putting it into words? Writers Anonymous aims to be your inner voice, & aims drive you to be accountable to you. No rules, no restrictions. Share your literary ambitions with others, or share only that you like to put words to a medium all over a relaxing pint.
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This group is for people who like going to the theater to see SciFi and fantasy movies, both great and shlocky, and then going for coffee afterward to pick them apart.
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Hello everyone. I'm Eric Griffin. I am a gothic fantasy novelist. I haven't been published yet, but that will change. The purpose of this group is just what the name states. You don't have to be published to be a member, although having at least one published author in the group would be wonderful. I would, however, like to deal with writers who have been around the mountain enough times to employ a strong knowledge of technique and the fundamentals of novel writing. That way, each member …
Hello Everyone! Welcome to our little group. We typically meet on ever Monday evening, though we have had meetings on other nights. Our usual venue, the Atrium next to the Habit coffee shop, is not available to us on ‘stat’ days (we do not meet on those days). The first Monday of each month is reserved for a Meet N Greet. Here we discuss group business and then play some word games to stretch our writing muscles. The third Monday of each month is a critique night. Here we break into subgr …
This is a book club that focuses on the books and authors that our members enjoy. We like to read books from all genres, though usually fiction, we will thrown in a non-fiction every now and then. During the monthly meetups, we choose the next book. Someone at the meeting suggests a book they would like to read and we tend to go with that one. The best part is - we will meet at a fantastic location - The Woodmark Hotel at Carillon Point! Whether we meet in the library, settle in around the fire …
Welcome to Redmond Roaring Writers! We're a writing/critique group that meets every other Wednesday at the Redmond, WA Panera Bread. This is a drop-in group, meaning that all you need to do is to print out up to 6 pages (double-spaced) of your current work-in-progress. Be sure to check attendance so you know how many to print out (up to 8, we split into groups beyond 8). We critique each piece in turn, aiming for delivering helpful feedback in a supportive environment. Thank you for your interes …
This is a writing group for people in the south end of the greater Seattle metro, although all are welcome. South Seattle Writers is a social group for writers who wish to provide support and critque for each others' benefit.
Having spent the last few decades reading this genre and wanting to share this passion with a group of like-minded readers, I was disappointed not to find an Eastside book club Meetup devoted to Sci-Fi and Fantasy. So, here we are. If you're passionate about reading and discussing Sci-Fi and Fantasy books, this is the place for you! Once a month we'll meet to discuss the current book selection, as well as select the book for the next month's reading. Everyone will get a chance to offer up their …
Welcome to Eastside Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writers. We are a group of local writers who enjoy meeting once or twice a month at third place books or a local library to give each other support and encouragement in order to continue writing. Feel free to join us at any time, and please post a sample of your writing before each meeting so we can read it before hand. That can be a bit of a time saver. Come to the meetings equipped with hard copies of your writing, the willingness to help others and a se …
If you are interested in reading serious contemporary literature that includes prize winners as well as well reviewed fiction and non-fiction, let's get together for thoughtful, indepth conversations so we can share our insights and ideas, and deepen our thinking and appreciation. I am looking for readers in the Vancouver area that can commit to meeting one afternoon or an evening once a month, and willing to assist with sharing the facilitation of the meetings. We can rotate meetings at our hom …
If you like to read and discuss books, this is the place for you! In the group, you'll meet kindred book lovers who come together to discuss a variety of topics. We mainly read non-fiction books - history, politics, religion, current events and economics. Every couple of months we read a book of fiction to keep us well-rounded. Our discussions are a way to explore the concepts and facts presented by our reading. It's a wonderful way to learn, share and keep our brains active. Come join us!
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