Birmingham Writers' Group welcomes members from all walks of life from the West Midlands — we're a mixed group, and we always enjoy new views. Well support each other's writing, and provide constructive and critical advice during our group meetings which take a variety of forms. All we require is that our members are regular writers and that they treat each other with respect.
What we write
Our current membership features many fiction writers with a little knowledge of poetry for good measure, but we're open to non-fiction writers too. Preference will be given to the fiction with a small length. We do ask any material read out at our meetings should be suitable for diverse audiences. Furthermore, we welcome second language writing but we're not equipped to teach writing if you're only just starting out.
When we meet
We generally meet once a week. After the official meetings, some members might go to a nearby pub for a chat. We also arrange additional social evenings elsewhere. Because were a private group with no external funding, we have to rely on some membership fees. However, you may attend two meetings at no charge to determine whether the group is suitable for you. A per-meeting attendance fee of $5 is asked when you attend a third meeting.
So if you like what you've read here, please contact us and we'll let you know when the next meeting will be and how to join. We do not wish to miss potential members out. Welcome to talk to us if you have difficulty in participating.
