r/WritingHub

Just what the title says -- does anyone have a writing group that's focused on actual drafting instead of hosting a feedback area?

For context: I find that groups that offer feedback areas often focused on beta reading and critique, than actually having discord writing sessions, etc. I'm not really in the phase of my own writing to ask for feedback on it and would rather focus my attention on creating.

Instead, I'd rather have a community excited about the drafting and brainstorming phase and becoming a community. I also don't want to deal with hurt feelings or one-way streets that feedback-hosting communities struggle with.

Are there any discord communities that explicitly DON'T offer feedback areas? Bonus points for 25+ communities.

I write literary surrealist fiction if it matters.

• Genre/s: Any, but bonus points for literary
• Goals/expectations/commitment: Drafting stage
• Writing/experience level: Any, but bonus points for intermediate+
• Meeting place: Discord
• [Writing groups only] Max size: Any, but bonus points for close knit and smaller communities

I finished my manuscript and I have an idea for a new story, but I’m having trouble detaching from my characters from the old one. It sounds silly, but they’re so real to me it feels like I’m abandoning them. 🤣
Has this happened to anyone else? If so, how did you deal with it?

Hey! I was looking to form a small writing group of women who are serious about writing and furthering their writing ability. I'm older (early 30s) and I find that there are more groups for younger writers out there, so I'm hoping to fill this space for the "older" women (we're not old but that's what the youths call us 😭;;;) who feel excluded or out of place in most groups these days.

To be honest though, I'm pretty introverted, and not the best leader or instigator of conversation, so hopefully someone can help out. LOL I would like people who will be as active as they can be and are passionate about writing and reading each other’s work! I want to be able to uplift and hype each other up while also giving constructive criticism. I'm very accustomed to critique circles, so I hope for similar-minded people who will bring the same energy.

‼️ hard rule: make sure everybody is involved, everybody is getting feedback at all stages, and everyone is being respected!

Please do comment/send me a DM if you are interested! ✨

Genre/s: any fiction! with that being said, I do want to make it clear that while romance is OK, it's not my strong suit and I'm not super comfortable reading/writing romance. I would be more than happy if someone wanted to lead that section though. I don't want romance to be excluded here

Goals/expectations/commitment: Not expecting you to be online 24/7 (especially starting out since it will be a super small group!) but want people who will be able to be consistent and semi-active in the space and just see where it goes!

Writing/experience level: anyone truly willing to put in the work improving writing skill and connecting with others

Meeting place: Discord! Hoping for fortnightly checkups to see progress in writing goals

Max size: ~10 or so active members to start

Where I'm at with my projects currently: two projects in the brainstorming stage (YA political fantasy fiction & YA magical school fantasy fiction) with some written scenes. I haven't written creatively for several years after graduating with a Creative Writing BA ;-; I got so burnt out but I want to get back in to it and meet others who are starting out too!

Hiya, I’m honestly quite new to this whole.. writing group and critique partners idea, least anymore than a few messages with my friends. I’m hopeful to have anyone to chat to an explain my ideas. Especially if you are writing female protagonists or any part of lesbian romance along the way (I’m a lesbian myself and a sucker for any media of that sort)

* Genre/s: Fantasy of any kind
I’m currently trying to write something high fantasy myself and looking to chat with people doing things similar or different to myself.

* Goals/expectations/commitment: I’m hopeful to least do weekly check ins but more often and getting to talk through our stories as we write them feels like it would be good.

* Writing/experience level: I am intermediate at best but I’m actively improving, I think, this is my second attempt at a big project and well.. I’ve never taken a creative writing class but I’ve been writing smaller things on and off for years.

* Meeting place: Discord, I will make a server

* Max size: 3-5

I am sorry for my awful formatting and explanation here, I’m bad at making posts like this.

Just putting in body text because it's a requirement.

hello! I've unfortunately had to leave my old writing group because of schedules no longer lining up and would love to create (or join!) a new one. I'm looking for tolerant, left-wing people with a good sense of humor (and are 18+ years old). Would love to connect!

* Genre/s: Fantasy, Sci Fi, Speculative Fiction

* Goals/expectations/commitment: Mutual Feedback/Brainstorm/etc/Casual; Mainly looking for a space to make writer friends in and have discussion bloom naturally rather than having set times for it

* Writing/experience level: Intermediate; Generally open to anyone, beginners or experts, but I'd like some general degree of personal investment in the craft, if that makes sense?

* Meeting place: Discord

* Max size: 5/6

Hi everyone I'm a first time writer working in the fantasy genre, I'm young for a writer but I won't put my age. I just wanted to say hi to the community. My book is pretty much a cross of Narnia, Redwall, and Lord of the Rings. I'm not going to put the name either until it's published just incase it gets stolen, I don't know if that's likely, again I'm new. Anyways I'll be making more posts soon I did have one question though, what are some things that help you stay focused on writing, for example: listening to music, or maybe a white noise, I'd really like to know it could help a young writer like myself.

Hello, I am 20F with the beginnings of a literary fantasy/romantasy novel (along with some more purely literary short fiction that i would love talking about as well). I'm looking for a writing partner with whom I can exchange ideas and whose work I would absolutely love to read and give thoughtful critique to.

Genres:

any, preference for fantasy

( i personally write fantasy + literary/realistic fiction, & in terms of genres i like: i try & do read some classics, but i've been loved fantasy/ speculative fiction in general since i was very young & have also been very open to webnovels since i read my first one in my teenage years)

Goals/expectations/commitment:

regular communication, discussing our ideas, general discussion of books or our thoughts if possible, setting writing goals (for example writing for a set amount of time every day or the xx chapter completed by next week) to hold each other accountable to & maybe setting aside time to read each other's work every week (only if the other person is comfortable with that)

Writing/experience level:

any experience level would be great!

I would consider myself 'intermediate' in terms of pure creative writing, and I published some literary short fiction in a few youth journals when i was younger, but I'm open to people of all levels & would work with somebody just starting with writing as well as more experienced writers.

Meeting place: discord/ reddit dms

DM me or leave a comment if you're interested!

I’ve always hated timed writes, I often find myself in a position where I’m “stuck” and are not able to fluently write down my ideas, and I find shame in myself that I cheated using @I

But I am going to be a rising senior and need to start and draft supplement essays and a common app.I really want to use my own voice, and try to find my own style of writing.

I have great ideas, but I lack the skills to condense all those ideas into fluent writing, and how to represent them for clarity.

Since my school starts in August so one month from now, I truly believe that with consistency daily , i can improve and find my own voice. In 5-6 months submitting my college essays/applications

As it says above. I'm a WLW writer myself and looking to connect with others writing in this category, whether professionally or as a hobby.

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* Genre/s: Romance, Romantasy, Fantasy, Erotica but all WLW

* Goals/expectations/commitment: Casual

* Writing/experience level: All

* Meeting place: Discord/FB/Social Media etc

* *(Writing groups only)* Max size: open to all

Organization: Harbour Works
Deadline: November 30
Entry fee: None
Prize/s: None
Link to submission page/official rules:
https://www.harbourworks.org
Other information:

About:
Harbour Works is a Canadian literary magazine — and we are building it to a standard that does not exist yet in student publishing. We are not a course project. We are not a club newsletter. We are working, deliberately and seriously, toward becoming a fully peer-reviewed journal: the most rigorous, most prestigious student-run literary publication in the country.

Every submission enters a multi-stage blind review process. A minimum of three editors read each piece independently before any discussion begins. Decisions are made by argument and consensus, not by majority vote. Work is accepted because it earns it — not because there are pages to fill.

We publish fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, visual art, photography, and hybrid work. We are drawn to writing that takes risks — formally, politically, emotionally — and to writers who understand the page is not a safe place.
We are open to high school and university students worldwide. We believe the most vital creative work is happening in student hands right now — not after graduation, not once someone decides it's ready. The only question we ask of a piece is whether it is alive.

Submissions Guidelines:
Fiction — Up to 7,000 words. Short fiction and flash welcome. We read all lengths with equal care.
Poetry — Up to 5 poems per submission. No minimum length. Sequences welcome.
Creative Non-fiction — Up to 6,000 words. Essays, memoir, lyric essays, hybrid nonfiction.
Visual Art — Up to 8 images. Minimum 300 DPI. JPEG, PNG, or PDF. Include a brief artist's statement.
Photography — Up to 10 images. Series preferred. Minimum 300 DPI. Captions welcome.
Hybrid / Experimental — No formal constraints. If it resists categorisation, it may belong here.

Join the Team:
Harbour Works is entirely volunteer-run. We are not looking for resumes. We are looking for people who care about writing — who have strong opinions about what they read, who take the page seriously, and who want to be part of making something that matters.

We are open to high school and university students at all stages. If you have never worked on a magazine before, that is not a disadvantage. If you have, bring what you know. The only requirement is that you show up and take the work seriously.

All positions are open. We are building the editorial board from scratch, and every role is a founding role. That means the decisions you make will shape what this magazine becomes.

For additional information, feel free to visit our website, where you will be able to submit your work or apply to join our team.

Hey! I was looking to form a small writing group of young women who are serious about becoming published and furthering their writing ability.
I want people who will be as active as they can be and are passionate about writing and reading each other’s work! I want to be able to uplift and hype each other up while also giving constructive criticism.
My only rule would be to make sure everybody is involved, everybody is getting feedback and being respected!
Please do comment if you are interested.
* Genre/s: any FICTION
* Goals/expectations/commitment: Not expecting you to be online 24/7 but defo want people who will be able to be consistent and active
* Writing/experience level: any experience with the final goal of becoming a published author
* Meeting place: Discord! Hoping for fortnightly checkups to see progress in writing goals
* Max size: 5

Hey there! I'm searching to find a partner to share in all the misery joys of being a writer. I'm hoping to find a writing friend for all the stuff we do and need as writers. Accountability and support, sharing of ideas, feedback, lamenting The Process, etc.!

Genre/s: I read and write predominately speculative fiction, but am open to writers of any genre!

Goals/expectations/commitment: I don't ask for anything excessive. No need for rigid feedback schedules or anything like that. I would be happy to have someone just to chat with about what we're working on and share ideas with. It would be great if we could share our work with each other (I find a consistent feedback partner is great for continuous context and to hone our ability to edit our own work!), but it doesn't need to be a regular or strict thing. Art can be lonely, after all!

Writing/experience level: If you're familiar enough with writing to talk about it, then you're experienced enough for me!

Meeting place: Discord

Hi! I'm 21F looking for a writing partner or partners to help keep me accountable, brainstorm, and cheer each other on. I'm pretty new to writing, but I have a couple of book ideas I want to write and am currently working on world-building and character building. I'm a bit shy to share my writing at first, but I'd love a partner I can comfortably share ideas with, talk character arcs, and critique or exchange advice once we get to know each other a bit.

Genre(s): Dark Romantasy (including Omegaverse and Reverse Harem/Why-Choose), Dark Psychological Thrillers, High-Concept Sci-Fi/Cosmic Horror, and Historical Military LGBTQ+ Romance.

Goals/expectations/commitment: Regular communication, sharing goals, discussing ideas, and cheering each other on. Would prefer an open communication style (we message each other and the other person responds when they can) rather than set times to meet but open to both!

Writer experience/level: Anyone! Whether you are completely new just starting your journey or an experienced writer who doesn't mind helping someone learn the ropes, I'd love to connect. As long as you love deep world-building and character dynamics, we'll get along great.

Max size: 3 to 5 people only (wanting to keep it a small, cozy group)

Meeting place: discord

If interested you can DM me or post below

I was having a great time, this server appeared to be one that I was looking for. After a bit of banter and brainstorming, I submitted my work for feedback.

I was then brainstorming with a new friend on his thread. A mod suddenly blocked me out of nowhere, saying that he believes all of my conversation, my critique, my questions, and my work were generated by an LLM.

Well, good sir, I believe that you are lacking, both as a mod and as a reader. LLMs did not come up with probing questions or brainstorming; humans did, and LLMs learned from the existing "model". I talked this way since college.

Quite a disappointment. Other than that one idiot, everyone else was so pleasant. This fear and accusations about AI usage push too many knee-jerk reactions forward.

Hi

I have been trying to find some thoughts on this topic but have not managed to find any results...

I have an idea for a story but then I am influenced by something and bam another idea... I cant commit. I dont feel like then starting the first idea and it rots away.

How does one deal with it? Is this writing block?

At this rate I feel like just making a scrap book out of my ideas I never touch on because something else worms its way into my head....

Anyone have advise? a cure?

Sometimes it's the only solution, lol. But how many times have you had to do this in your stories?

im putting together a book made entirely of people's life stories, one page or twoeach. No theme, no restrictions ,write about your childhood, your worst year, your best decision, a secret, a regret, how you see the world, anything. It can be 100 words or 400. It can be raw or polished. It's your page.

You can use your real name, a nickname, or stay fully anonymous totally your call.

If you're interested, drop a comment

I'll follow up before anything goes in the book, and you'll have final say on whether your story gets used.

Still figuring out the title, but the idea is simple: real lives, told by the people who lived them

pls help me

Hey everyone! Our tight-knit community has officially grown to 150+ members, and we are looking to welcome even more writers who are serious about keeping each other moving forward, swapping pages, and keeping the momentum alive. Whether you're stuck in the middle of a messy first draft or putting the final polish on a manuscript, let's keep each other accountable.

Here are the details:

• Genre/s: Any (we lean heavily toward adult fiction, romance/dark romance, sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, etc.)
• Goals/expectations/commitment: Flexible timelines and mutual feedback. Life gets busy, so there are no rigid weekly deadlines—just a mutual commitment to offer helpful critiques, review each other's content, and celebrate wins. We also feature dedicated breakout groups tailored to fit specific writers' needs, pacing, and goals!
• Community Perks: Beyond swapping pages, we host active, ongoing discussions on publishing strategies (including navigating Kindle Unlimited and maximizing author search visibility!) and maintain a comprehensive, shared library of resources for writers to help you hit the ground running.
• Writing/experience level: Any! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, your perspective is welcome.
• Meeting place: Discord server (The Writer's Nook)
• Max size: Unlimited but discussions are split into sub categories.

If you're looking for a dedicated space to share your words, get eyes on your chapters, and actually hit your writing goals this year, drop a comment below or send a DM for the Discord link! Let's get to work. 🙌

-Martin