Peer Writing Groups
Inked Voices is home to more than 75 active writing groups. The majority of our groups are critique groups, but we also also have accountability-only and writing prompt groups.
Current Groups Accepting New Members
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Seeking 10-16 members
Speculative Fiction
Genres: fantasy - Science Fiction - Speculative Fiction - All sub-genres of S…
What we’re looking for: We're looking for writers who love reading speculative fiction works, who are interested in an active community to exch… Read more
Seeking 3-30 members
Spinners
Genres: fantasy - Science Fiction
What we’re looking for: Enthusiasm, determination, sense of wonder.
Seeking 8-10 members
Mission Control
Genres: Mystery
What we’re looking for: Writers who are seeking honest, supportive criticism and who are committed to providing the same for their fellow membe… Read more
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Seeking 3-99 members
ImPROMPTu
Genres: Open - creative - practice
What we’re looking for: Members of ImPROMPTu participate in whatever way works for them. The group is more about stimulating creativity than cr… Read more
Seeking 3-6 members
Fast Track
Genres: adult fiction
What we’re looking for: Commit to biweekly 2500-3500 pace and of submitting and critiquing
Seeking 3-8 members
Novel Workshop
Genres: Mystery - any - Science fiction/fantasy - Thriller - Paranormal - Pa…
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 3-8 members
Forever Young
Genres: Young Adult
What we’re looking for: Supportive, Helpful, Respectful, and Passionate about writing.
Seeking 4-6 members
MG Novelists
Genres: middle grade - chapter books
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 3-5 members
The Calling
Genres: Literary fiction - thrillers - Mysteries - Urban Fantasy - Horror -…
What we’re looking for: We seek members who are committed to the writing life: improving one's craft, producing a steady body of work, reaching… Read more
Seeking 3-12 members
Enchanted Writing
Genres: Urban Fantasy - Fairytales/ Myths/ Folktales - Epic Fantasy / Low M…
What we’re looking for: People who are enthusiastic and dedicated to improving their writing
Seeking 3-10 members
That's The Way To Do It
Genres: Accountability
What we’re looking for: Weekly or bi-weekly check ins: share what you're working on. Encourage other members and share any tools/resources that… Read more
Seeking 3-10 members
World Building, Character Building, & Outlining
Genres: fantasy - any - scifi - Any Fantasy
What we’re looking for: Activity, curiousity, and an interest in the elements of detail.
Seeking 3-5 members
Weekly Chapters
Genres: Horror - Romance - New Adult - sci-fi - Any Fantasy - All YA
What we’re looking for: We're looking for members willing to keep up on a weekly basis.
Seeking 3-6 members
Novel Review
Genres: Fiction
What we’re looking for: We are not a group for new writers. We expect our members to know the basics of the craft either through classes, books… Read more
Seeking 3-4 members
Romance Novelists
Genres: Romance
What we’re looking for: This group is not active at the moment.
Seeking 4-6 members
Novel Critique Group: Path to Publication
Genres: Novels for adults.
What we’re looking for: Novel Critique Group is for experienced writers who have a complete or nearly complete draft of a novel and are ready t… Read more
Seeking 2-6 members
Picture Books: Rhyme, Rhyme, Rhyme
Genres: picture books - Rhyme
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful critiques and community.
Seeking 8-12 members
Writing to Publish
Genres: fantasy - Science Fiction - Horror - short fiction - literary - Con…
What we’re looking for: We're looking for like minded people who are committed to submitting more this year than they did last year (even if th… Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Books Reading and Discussion Group
Genres: picture books
What we’re looking for: Engagement in discussion, study of picture books
Seeking 4-5 members
MG Masterminds
Genres: Any Middle grade
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 2-3 members
Middle Grade Beta Readers
Genres: Any Middle grade
What we’re looking for: Writers who are dedicated to polishing up their manuscripts and helping others polish up their manuscripts so we can ge… Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Writing about Place
Genres: Memoir - Creative Nonfiction - essays
What we’re looking for: Members looking to give and receive professional critique and who are editing for publication.
Seeking 5-6 members
7 Day Deadline
Genres: Horror - Contemporary - Fantasty - open to all fiction - Science f…
What we’re looking for: We are seeking individuals who are in the process of writing a first draft and would benefit from the pressure of a dea… Read more
Seeking 3-40 members
Kid Lit, PB to YA
Genres: picture books - chapter books - Young Adult - easy readers - middle…
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful critiques, focusing especially on elements of story. This is a supportive community that values giving cri… Read more
Seeking 3-5 members
The Page Turners
Genres: Any except Erotica
What we’re looking for: Someone who is an avid reader of many genres and able to give thoughtful critiques on submissions in multiple genres.
Seeking 1-60 members
MG and YA Resources
Genres: middle grade - Young Adult
What we’re looking for: Anyone looking to find and share helpful resources.
Seeking 2-10 members
Fledglings
Genres: fiction mainstream - literary fiction - Almost anything but prefer f…
What we’re looking for: Beginners interested in feedback on first efforts.
Seeking 2-10 members
Inkslingers
Genres: anything goes
What we’re looking for: Writers with completed novels or works in progress at a more advanced stage of completion. Any genre. Anything goes.
Seeking 3-3 members
Essays: Identity, Place, and Intersectional Topics
Genres: personal essays - Narrative NonFiction
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 3-8 members
Fall PB Peer Critiques
Genres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques and an interest in making your piece its best possible self.
Seeking 3-9 members
Fall 2017 Adult Fiction Peer Critiques
Genres: adult fiction
What we’re looking for: Fresh eyes, constructive feedback
Seeking 2-4 members
MG & YA Fantasy, Paranormal, & Horror
Genres: fantasy - Dark Fantasy - Horror - ghost/paranormal - Middle Grade Pa…
What we’re looking for: Experienced writers familiar with MG/YA, dark fantasy, fantasy, paranormal, and/or horror.
Seeking 3-7 members
2018 Russell Rowland Writing Workshop
Genres: Creative Non-Fiction - non-fiction - fiction
What we’re looking for: People who are working on a full-length manuscript or short stories. People who are eager to become better writers, and… Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Jan 2018 PB Peer Critiques - Fresh Eyes
Genres: picture book
What we’re looking for: Thorough critiques, engagement with fellow writers, participation in debrief call is ideal.
Seeking 3-9 members
YA Peer Critiques
Genres: Young Adult Fiction
What we’re looking for: Engagement, support and a spirit of exchange. Thoughtful critiques that address the strengths of the story and opportun… Read more
Seeking 5-5 members
Literary Endeavors
Genres: short fiction - novels - literary fiction
What we’re looking for: We're interested in members who are already producing intriguing work but would like some feedback to make sure what th… Read more
Seeking 3-9 members
Science Fiction and Fantasy Peer Critiques
Genres: Science Fiction - Speculative Fiction - dark fantasy
What we’re looking for: Engagement, support and a spirit of exchange. Thoughtful critiques that address the strengths of the story and opportun… Read more
Seeking 2-5 members
Middle Grade Adventures
Genres: middle grade - a middle grade adventure story - early middle grade
What we’re looking for: Fun, thoughtful, kind writers ready to take our writing to the next level.
Seeking 3-20 members
Gay Fiction Authors
Genres: Mystery - Romance - Horror - Anything - Erotica - Gay
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 3-10 members
Word Slingers
Genres: fantasy - Magical Realism - Science fiction
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive, honest feedback.
Seeking 3-4 members
The Lab
Genres: Any short fiction
What we’re looking for: Those who enjoy writing in many genres, are ambitious, like to experiment and who love to help others hone their ideas.
Seeking 2-5 members
Happily Ever After
Genres: Romance
What we’re looking for: Talented, dedicated, thick-skinned writers.
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Book Peer Critiques
Genres: picture books
What we’re looking for:
Seeking 3-8 members
Creative Nonfiction Peer Matchup
Genres: Creative Nonfiction
What we’re looking for: Engagement, support and a spirit of exchange. Thoughtful critiques that address the strengths of the story and opportun… Read more
Seeking 4-4 members
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Book Peer Critiques - May 2018
Genres: picture books
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques and group engagement focused on helping each writer and their manuscript shine.
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Books Peer Critiques (June)
Genres: picture books
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques and group engagement focused on helping each writer and their manuscript shine.
Seeking 3-3 members
Middle Grade Matchup
Genres: middle grade - then exchange critiques on their work. After the crit…
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques and group engagement focused on helping each writer and their manuscript shine.
Seeking 2-10 members
Short Story and Memoir Exchange
Genres: Short story - Memoir
What we’re looking for: Members must be prepared to critique all submissions in a constructive and helpful way.
Seeking 4-5 members
Mystery and Suspense Inc.
Genres: crime - thrillers - mystery
What we’re looking for: Compelling stories and thoughtful, engaged critiques.
Seeking 6-8 members
The Looking Glass
Genres: Science Fiction - Romance - Paranormal - Urban Fantasy - Post-Apocaly…
What we’re looking for: Commitment to polishing your writing by giving and receiving thoughtful, honest and constructive feedback. Encouraging … Read more
Seeking 3-7 members
Pitch Wars Packet Critique
Short-term critique group for Pitch Wars packets.
Please see information on Pitch Wars at…
Read moreGenres: middle grade and ya
What we’re looking for: Positive, caring, motivated writers.
Seeking 1-2 members
Velocity
Private Workshop
Genres: Almost anything
What we’re looking for: Peer-to-peer review for revision or beta reading before publication
Seeking 2-5 members
In process
This is intended to be a group for people trying to figure out what they want to write:&n…
Read moreGenres: Creative Non-Fiction - All types - fiction and non-fiction.
What we’re looking for: People who are serious about writing and are willing to engage from the very first seeds of an idea
Seeking 3-8 members
NonFiction Writers Group for Personal Essay, Short Story, Memoir Excerpt
Group for nonfiction writers with prior experience in a critique gr…
Read moreGenres: Nonfiction - Personal Essay & Creative Nonfiction - Short Story n…
What we’re looking for: nonfiction writers with prior experience in a critique group, reading/sharing work ready for review (not initial draft)… Read more
Seeking 3-20 members
Book Club: The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books
This group is a 2-month book club that will study Linda Ashman's book The Nuts and B…
Read moreGenres: picture books
What we’re looking for: Weekly participation on the discussion boards. Complete the exercises on your own manuscripts.
Seeking 3-5 members
The Hungry Caterpillars
We are an international group of fiction picture book writers, who work on a number of di…
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: Active PB writers who understand the value of critiquing and are willing to help their fellow writers by objectively co… Read more
Seeking 4-8 members
Picture Book Peer Critique Group - February 2019
This is a single-submission peer critique group for picture book manuscripts. The group l…
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: People who are willing to dig into one another's manuscripts and give as much as they would like to receive. Thoughtful… Read more
Seeking 3-6 members
Magic and Fantasy for MG and YA
A group for writers of Middle Grade and Young Adult Fantasy who are looking for thoughtfu…
Read moreGenres: YA Fantasy - fairy tales - Middle Grade fantasy - Fantasy MG - YA con…
What we’re looking for: Dedicated, helpful, honest, but also supportive and can offer help with world building, magic systems, etc.
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Book Peer Critiques - April 2019
This is a single-submission peer critique group for picture book manuscripts. The group l…
Read moreGenres: picture books
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques and group engagement focused on helping each writer and their manuscript shine.
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Seeking 3-50 members
The (Creative) Nonfiction Park
A place for nonfiction writers in Inked Voices to gather, exchange ideas, discuss writing…
Read moreGenres: All categories of creative nonfiction and nonfiction
What we’re looking for: You write nonfiction.
Seeking 3-20 members
Camp NaNoWriMo 2019
This is the July cabin for the Camp NaNoWriMo writing challenge. You don't have to be an …
Read moreGenres: any - NaNoWriMo - Accountability - Camp NaNoWriMo
What we’re looking for: Shared support and enthusiasm for writing projects
Seeking 3-10 members
Fantasy Smiths and Adventurers
Master our writing schedules as we master our craft with the ultimate goal of publishing.…
Read moreGenres: Any Fantasy - Adult - YA
What we’re looking for: Writers who are committed to publishing this year and need a consistent kick in the rear to make it happen. Writers who… Read more
Seeking 4-8 members
PB Peer Critique Group - July 2019
This is a single-submission peer critique group for picture book manuscripts. The group l…
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: People who are willing to dig into one another's manuscripts and give as much as they would like to receive. Thoughtful… Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Seeking 3-20 members
Journaling as a Useful Tool for Writers of any Genre
As wonderful and useful as Scrivener, OneNote, MS Word and other writing programs are, wh…
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What we’re looking for: honesty and a sense of adventure
Seeking 4-8 members
September Pop-Up Picture Book Peer Critiques
This is a one-submission peer critique event with a focus on writers/illustrators who are…
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: This is a one-submission pop-up critique group. Members will be required to submit one MS and/or dummy and critique all… Read more
Seeking 3-7 members
Peer Critique, one-off (October 2019)
Get feedback on a completed piece of literary fiction, upmarket fiction, or creative nonf…
Read moreGenres: Creative Nonfiction - literary fiction - Upmarket Fiction
What we’re looking for: Enthusiastic writers with at least one publication interested in learning and growing from one another. Also essential … Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Book Critique & Support
Picture book writers looking to build relationship with critique partners. Two manuscript…
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: Genuine feedback, respect, and engagement.
Seeking 3-7 members
Mystery and Thriller Pop Up Peer Critiques
This "pop up" critique group is for mystery, crime, and thriller writers working on novel…
Read moreGenres: Mystery - Thriller - detective
What we’re looking for: Thoughtful, constructive critiques.
Seeking 3-8 members
Picture Book Pop-up Critique Group October 2019
This is a one-submission peer critique event for picture book writers and/or illustrator …
Read moreGenres: Children's Picture Books
What we’re looking for: This is a one-submission pop-up critique group. Members will be required to submit one MS and/or dummy and critique all… Read more
Seeking 4-6 members
Peer Critique, one-off (November 2019)
Get feedback on a completed piece (short piece or book chapter) of literary fiction, upma…
Read moreGenres: literary fiction - Creative Non-Fiction - Upmarket Fiction
What we’re looking for: Enthusiastic writers interested in learning about rigorous and encouraging feedback and those looking to meet potential… Read more
Seeking 3-10 members
Flashing Lights
Looking for writers interested in the darker side of humanity. We welcome all Crime/Myste…
Read moreGenres: crime - Thriller - mystery
What we’re looking for: Members are writers of any level looking to improve their craft with assistance from other writers.
Seeking 3-20 members
Realist Writers Write On
For those of us who look at our lives and write about the truths we've seen and experienc…
Read moreGenres: Fiction - Historical Fiction - Literary fiction - Creative Nonfiction…
What we’re looking for: Writers who have done various types of writing and who are now looking back, writing memoirs, stories, novels that are … Read more
Seeking 3-6 members
SFF Popup Peer Critique December 2019
Gather with other SFF writers to provide on-time critiques, great to test out who might b…
Read moreGenres: Any Science Fiction and Fantasy
What we’re looking for: An interest in contributing to others SFF writers' development processes. Interest in learning the Liz Lerman Critical … Read more
Seeking 3-6 members
CNF Popup Peer Critique December 2019
We'll have one round of critique exchange to get to know other CNF writers, to reinvigora…
Read moreGenres: Creative Nonfiction
What we’re looking for: An interest in providing concrete and encouraging feedback to help other CNF writers improve their pieces, openness to … Read more
Seeking 10-30 members
Brush Strokes
A group for crafting and improving novel length and short fiction for publication, includ…
Read moreGenres: Literary adult fiction
What we’re looking for: Anyone who wants to improve with an eye toward publication
Seeking 3-5 members
Literary Novel Group
Small group of writers dedicated to working their way through a strong draft of a new nov…
Read moreGenres: Novel - literary fiction - Adult
What we’re looking for: writers who have a novel sketched out or first-drafted who will submit and critique on schedule OR a plan for a short s… Read more
Seeking 2-10 members
The Audacity
Seeking to improve novels and short stories for publication.
Genres: Literary fiction
What we’re looking for: Avid writers who seek brutal honesty. Complete vulnerability. Bearing waste to the human condition. Writing as if they … Read more
Seeking 3-8 members
Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Genres: Any Science Fiction and Fantasy
What we’re looking for: Good critique.
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