Writing is a solitary pursuit
Writing can be a lonely business but the good news is that a writing group is often a great source of support.
There is nothing more valuable for a writer – whether aspiring or more established – than receiving an objective view on their work from a careful reader. It’s gold dust.
Spend time with fellow writers
“You need other writers. To share your work with and receive valuable feedback on. To be with a trusted group of fellow writers struggling with the same problems, striving for the same goals is such a great feeling. And part of a peer support network which is essentially what the writing group is reinforces that fact that I am a writer.”
Workshop Blog 22/05/23
The sun has got his hat on hip hip hip hooray… now hold on a minute. Why is the moon mainly referred to as ‘she’ and the sun as ‘he’? …
Cardiff 75 Anthology – Praise & Reviews
“A big box of marvels, abuzz with distinctive voices and vivid tales. This is dazzling testament to the ability of Creative Writing groups to energise and inspire.” – Alan Bilton …
Showtime? by Steve Pritchard
The following piece was runner-up in Cardiff Writers’ Circle Article Competition 2022. It is offered here because in casting its cold eye, or certainly a luke-warm eye, on one …
Whether you are already published, just starting our or everywhere in between, there's something here for you.
You'll get an objective view
There is nothing more valuable for a writer – whether aspiring or more established – than receiving an objective view on their work from a careful reader. It’s gold dust. It’s not only what the reader notices, it’s the fact that they've read it.
You'll develop your critical skills
Another key advantage to being part of a writing group is that you learn to read in a completely new way. When you read for a writing group you are looking to make that piece of writing better.
It's social and enjoyable
The secret to a successful writing group is that it is enjoyable. The members all have something in common, their writing, which is a good starting point.
