Critique group for creative non-fiction writers writing for publication. Word count sent in advance of meeting and hard copies provided for constructive critique. Small group size to permit all members to submit each month and participate in both writing and critique. Our group purpose is to support improvement in members’ writing and provide sounding boards for writing ideas and questions. We seek to provide in-person meet-ups for support, camaraderie, and commiseration with other writers serious about craft and publication. And laugh.

This group is about supporting emerging queer and queer-friendly writers to publish their work. The purpose of the group is to discuss writing styles and to exchange ideas and experiences of members to improve their skills in their writing journey.

Scripto Libris is a spin off writers’ group from Alan Mill’s year-long novel writing course. We are highly motivated and goal focused to produce the best quality writing we can and to enjoy the journey.

We are a friendly group whose members conscientiously and constructively critique each other’s writing. Founding member, Rowena Harding-Smith, has won the Sisters In Crime Scarlet Stiletto Award (2018). Ian McArthur was shortlisted for the Varuna Publisher Introduction Program Fellowship (2019), and Gillian Rubinstein is author of more than 30 books, including the Tales of the Otori series under the pseudonym of Lian Hearn. Our purpose is to assist all members to achieve their writing goals through constructive criticism and social support.

A friendly group of men and women of different ages and life experiences and a group involved in a variety of writing forms. We hope to provide a forum which stimulates an exchange of ideas to extend the experience, knowledge and enjoyment of the creative writing process. Our purpose is to provide an environment in which fellow writers may present their work for critiquing within both a supportive and helpful environment. Our aim is to motivate and inspire each of us to improve our own writing practice.

Sydney Non-Fiction Writing Group’s aim is to help professional writers along their journey to be published or self- published. Ideally, members have already had their work published. Members must have a book concept that they are committed to working on and meeting regularly for the sake of continuity. Members must respect everyone’s work and come together in an enjoyable atmosphere. The meetings will provide a safe space for constructive critique, sharing tips and strategies, information and resources regarding writing and publishing. Also, to offer support and motivation for writers to develop their work towards the goal of publication. The aim is to get the book published.

We are a group of writers working on novels across a number of genres, with a focus on contemporary fiction.  Our writers have different levels of experience, some are starting out with their first novel and some have completed works with a view to publication. Regardless, we meet to continue to develop our writing craft and expertise; provide respectful feedback and insights in a supportive environment and have fun while we do it.