Writers , whether unpublished, emerging, or writing outside the traditional book space, have distinct needs around craft development and finding their voice.
Here we offer you some ideas for growing your own reader platform with groups on I Turn Pages social community.
Writer Group Ideas
Group ideas and what to discuss:
- Craft development groups — Focused discussions on specific skills: dialogue, point of view, show vs tell, pacing, and prose style.
- Short fiction and flash fiction — Share and discuss short stories, flash fiction, and competitions. A great space for writers who aren't yet working on a full manuscript.
- Writing prompt groups — Regular prompts to spark creativity, share responses, and give constructive feedback.
- Genre exploration — Groups for writers trying out a new genre, sharing what they're learning and experimenting with.
- Sensitivity and authenticity reading — Discuss writing outside your own experience, finding sensitivity readers, and handling research responsibly.
- First manuscript groups — Support for writers working on their very first book — normalising the messy first draft, building confidence, and celebrating milestones.
These are just starters to get your creative juices flowing. Now, you add some spice to these ideas and start your own groups. If you have some unique ideas, send us your group details and we'll feature your group to other readers and writers.