What we’re about
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
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•OnlineShut Up & Write with Anne!
OnlineThis event is hosted on the Shut Up & Write website, so please sign up here for your hour of focused writing.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Join Anne from HQ for an hour of writing from the comfort of your own home! All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This hour is about getting your writing done, and having fun while doing it!WHAT TO EXPECT
We’ll give 5 minutes in the beginning for people to settle in and share what they’re working on, then have 50 minutes of focused writing before we give people a chance to talk about what they accomplished. Stick around and chat for a bit, or feel free to head out.WHAT DO I NEED?
A computer with a working camera and microphone, a good internet connection, and optionally, headphones.WHAT DO I NEED?
A computer with a working camera and microphone, a good internet connection, and optionally, headphones.3 attendees
•OnlineShut Up & Write! Monday - Friday 6:45 AM PT / 9:45 AM ET (90m writing)
OnlineThis event is hosted on the Shut Up & Write website, so please sign up here for your writing event.
ABOUT THE EVENT
ZOOM PASSCODE: 339185Enjoy writing in a virtual community! We'll do introductions, then get 90 minutes of writing done—any writing you like.
Write from anywhere! Join us for intros and then write silently for 90 minutes. If you need to leave early, or if you're into the flow and want to keep going when the timer rings, that's fine, feel free to post in the chat how it went for you before heading out.
Latecomers: After Introductions, we’re in our silent-writing time. For security and to provide focus for our SUAW-session participants, the meeting may be closed to further attendees. Please join us another day, during our introduction time (schedule below). We wish you happy writing!
Help Your Host
- Zoom Name: Use your preferred first name and a last initial.
- Zoom Video: Turn on during intros and check-ins.
- Meetup Name: Preferably use the same name as on Zoom.
- This is a safe, welcoming, and respectful space.
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Agenda in U.S. Pacific Time:
6:45 - Join the meeting. Turn on your video.
6:45 - 7:00: Introductions: Name, Location, Today's Goal.
7:00 - 8:30: Silent, independent writing session. Microphones muted. Videos on or off. If you need a bio break, take it.
8:30 - 8:45: Check-ins. How’d it go?Agenda in U.S. Eastern Time:
9:45 - Join the meeting. Turn on your video.
9:45 - 10:00: Introductions: Name, Location, Today's Goal.
10:00 - 11:30: Silent, independent writing session. Microphones muted. Videos on or off. If you need a bio break, take it.
11:30 - 11:45: Check-ins. How’d it go?Note: We use Daylight Saving Time from April-October.
Technical Details:
You'll need a computer with a working camera and microphone, a good internet connection, and optionally, headphones.
Only one person can talk at a time, so please share while being mindful of dominating the airwaves.
If you’ve never attended an online meeting, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with Zoom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VebiA5pGq0
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