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.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Shut Up & Write!™ West LA - Cafe Laurent - Mar VistaCafe Laurent, Mar Vista, CA
Join us for an hour (or up to ninety minutes) of uninterrupted writing!
Whatever you're working on - fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoir, PR, script writing, anything! - join other like minded writers and scribble at our NEW LOCATION! at Cafe Laurent, 12034 Venice Blvd. We have a table at the cafe either inside the main door or in the beautiful, adjacent covered patio. We start at 10:00 sharp, so try to come a few minutes early to grab a delicious treat or even a breakfast and get settled. We stop at 11, 11:15 or 11:30 (depending on attendees schedule), and then we invite everyone to share (if they want) a few sentences, without any intro or explanation. After that, we're open for any kind of writerly questions, discussions, sharing of struggles or successes.
SCHEDULE:
9:50 - Intros / Greetings / Get Settled
10:00 - Timer starts: write for pre-determined amount of time
Finish - Share some sentences if you want, chat, take off or, if you're on a roll, stay for a while and continue to write.BEING LATE OR LEAVING EARLY IS OKAY, no need to apologize or explain. We're a casual group and happy you'll be with us!
The only time it is cancelled is when Cafe Laurent is closed for a Monday holiday but this info will be posted ahead of time. If any you're wondering if it's open on a Monday holiday, please feel free to call the cafe beforehand.
There is a free parking lot nearby at the corner of Grand View and Venice in front of the post office. There is also street parking.
Please support our hosts by making a purchase. Everything is yummy, the service is superb and the coffees perfect. Cafe Laurent is one of my favorite places in LA and it's open 8am-3pm every day.
- Shut Up & Write!® in Wrigley, Long BeachThe Wicked Wolf, Long Beach, CA
Co-working with writers in your area!
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and don’t worry, no one will see what you've created. This session is about getting your work done and meeting other writers in your area.When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
A note about the format
We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Other Important Details:
WiFi name/password: The Wolf/iamwicked
Travel / Parking info: free parking on the street
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing a drink. They have a solid alcohol-free menu as well as some of the best cocktails in Long Beach.
