About us
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.
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We host free writing events for writers all over the world.
Upcoming events
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Shut Up & Write Already! Fremont & East SF Bay
Location not specified yetIMPORTANT NOTICE: This event is listed on the Shut Up & Write! website. To see full event details, RSVP, or ask any questions, make sure to join the group here: https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vH3i21V00
Please see the listing on the Shut Up & Write! website for full and updated event location details.
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Hello, Starting a Shut Up & Write group in Fremont.
Location : Tables in large open atrium area in the back of the Fremont Library (May be changed later, with notice, to reserved rooms in Library, or to local Niles area cafes)
Simple Format :
15 min : Meet & Catch up, share what you like about your writing goals
1 hour 30 min : Write in quiet
15 min : Share what you like (or didnt like) about your writing session!***
Join fellow writers each week to show up, sit down, and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, you're welcome to stick around to chat, connect, and build your writing community. Wherever you are in your project, you're not doing it alone—this is your space to write.1 attendee
Shut Up & Write!® at the Glen Park Branch Library
Glen Park Branch Library, 2825 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA, USShut Up & Write!® hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, 2 hours of focused writing, and a final, quick check-in to share the progress.
What to Expect
RSVP and please arrive 5 minutes early to get settled at an in-person event. Our host will lead introductions and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time.
- 12:30 to 12:40 PM: Settle in and do a brief round of introductions (share your name, the project you're working on, and your goal for the session).
- 12:40 to 2:30 PM: Shut up and Write! Engage in dedicated writing time.
- 2:30 PM: Finish the writing session; take some time to chat, relax, and get to know each other if you have extra time. If you'd like to continue writing, the meeting room is reserved until 3 PM, and the library closes at 7 PM.
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 events, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Being late is okay: Just show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write!® sign.) If you are on time, please be willing to make room for any friendly latecomers.
Leaving early is okay: Feel free to leave early if you'd like, but please try not to disturb the other writers as you go.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Other Important Details:
VENUE: Glen Park Library, 2825 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 94131
Wifi Password: Free through the libraryTRAVEL / PARKING: A 5-minute walk from the Glen Park BART Station
SEATING INFORMATION: Go upstairs to the library's main floor, then head to the meeting room near the information desk.
GUIDELINES: Please respect the library's rules.
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Shut up and Write + Coffee ☕️, East Bay
RSVP, for location, Walnut Creek, ca, USWelcome! Let's write in a quiet space.
- RSVP required. A waitlist opens once the form is completed. Max: 6. Min.: 4 to make this happen!
- Address will be emailed by noon to confirmed attendees. Turn on notifications here.
- Inside meeting room: Drinks, snacks, quiet/low talking are ok. No: phone calls, meals, walk-ins. Thanks.
Meet: Registered guests, wait in common area. Host will share specific table location upon arrival, in comments section/app. Cost: Free.
Please change your RSVP if you need to cancel!
What
Join other writers for an hour of focused writing."Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice." Come and get it done.
Schedule
2:15 PM Arrive. Order coffee, snacks.
Wait and get table location in comments section. Settle in.2:30 Quick intros (name and current writing projects)
2:45 Timer starts. Write for one hour.
3:45 The end. Chat (outside), take off, or keep writing.
*Table reserved until 4 PM. Before/during/after meeting: Feel free to work in the common area! Hours.
Guidelines
• Wi-Fi available
• Amenities: common open space (for eating, phone calls, more space), coffee and tea for sale. Please buy your food/drink here to thank our host!
• BART: Walnut Creek. Free shuttle from the the WC BART station. More on public transportation.
• Parking garage: 1300 S Main St. More info.
First three hours are FREE. Entrance on Main St. is one block south of venue.
• Bring headphones if you want to reduce outside noise distraction.
• Socializing (optional, outside of room) happens at the end. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is encouraged.
• RSVP only if you can make it, and update ASAP if your plans change.
• Running late? Join us quietly and start writing!This is your practice and focus time, so I hope to see you there.
Happy Writing!
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Notes
• See "About" for SUAW meeting tips and etiquette.
• Locations and times change according to availability.
• By joining, you agree to workspace rules and agree to leaving space in same condition as it was found.
• Photo: Capital One bank and cafeTHANK YOU TO OUR VENUE SPONSOR: Capital One cafe and bank, Walnut Creek, who supports non-profits through providing venues.
Posted by: Rosanna, volunteer organizer
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