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motivation - writing group
I am looking for an informal writing group, or taught group somewhere in Central or South London ( I live in Croydon, work at London Bridge) I am very limited for time - having two toddlers and working full-time. I am finding it very hard to get much writing done, especially as it gets colder in the mornings. In the summer I can get up at 5 and do an hour's work before I have to get girls ready for nursery, and me for work, but can't seem to get out of bed this early in winter.
Does anyone know of a good group I could join where I would at least be forced to finish something every week. A lot of the groups I've seen are on quite late in the evening which is a bit much for me. I did a course at the Mary Ward Centre in Holborn a few years back which was excellent. Will try there again if nothing else, but would prefer a more informal group of writers just discussing work and getting on with the writing for each week.
Doesn't have to be a weekly group. Fortnightly or monthly would be OK. Would prefer a face-to-face group over online, as I don't get out much either at the moment, although if anyone has a good online recommendation I'd also be grateful.
Thanks, in advance,
Rob Yaxley
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If you do a course do try to keep in touch with the other students as these can help with motivation.
All the best.
Sorry I can't help with the writing group as I don't live in your area but if it's motivation you need, then you may like to look at
http://erewashwriterscompetition.weebly.com/
We've just finished running two free entry competitions and are planning several more for 2013, some at free entry and others with a fee involved. Aiming to write for competitions is one way to motivate yourself to write, in order to meet the deadlines.
You can find details of a short story course there too or whisper your email address if you want me to email you with details.
Trying to think of motivational techniques for you - have you tried the six monthly challenge that was on TB some time ago?
edited to say - have searched and brought the thread back up for you.
You can search by genre, or area.