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Posted on Nov 19, 2018

15 of the Best Online Writing Communities for Aspiring Authors

As enjoyable and fulfilling as writing can be, the truth is that it’s often a solitary endeavor. While we might romanticize the focused artist typing away while imaginary worlds and narratives swirl inside their minds — authors know the truth: writing can get lonely. And moreover, when you’re working on a one-person project, it can be hard to remain motivated and accountable. That’s where writing communities come in.

Writing communities are the perfect place to find answers to your writing questions and to discuss the ins and outs of the writing life with people who actually understand what you’re talking about.

So, if you are tired of listening only to the voices in your head, take a look at our list of top online writing communities. (And if you're hungry for more, check out our more exhaustive list of the very best writing websites !)

Top online writing communities

1. absolute write water cooler.

With over 68,000 members, this is a large and highly active community. Here you can find threads on every genre imaginable, as well as discussions about freelance writing , the publishing industry, pop culture, writing prompts and exercises, and much more.

Perfect for: writers who are looking for a large and active community.

2. AgentQuery Connect

While this forum will come in handy for any writer, it’s especially helpful for authors who have already completed their manuscript and are wondering what to do next. The site boasts a wealth of information on publishing topics such as querying agents, self-publishing tips, and book promotion advice.

Perfect for: writers who are looking to connect with agents and learn more about the publishing industry.

3. Camp NaNoWriMo

If you’ve ever wanted to go to a writer’s retreat but can’t afford it just yet, then this site might help scratch your itch. Holding online “camp sessions” in April and July, Camp NaNoWriMo offers a digital space to encourage and empower writers at any point of their career. Here you can work on drafts, revisions, short stories, or any other writing project that involves word-count goals.

Perfect for: writers who can’t wait until November to crack their writing goals .

4. Critique Circle

Feedback should be a vital part of any writer’s process, and this is exactly what Critique Circle offers. This members-only site allows authors to post stories in exchange for feedback on other people’s writing. You can also find storyboarding tools , writing prompts , workshops, name generators , games like hangman, and much more.

Perfect for: writers who want honest feedback on their writing.

5. Chronicles

As the world’s largest Science Fiction and Fantasy online community, Chronicles offers writers the opportunity to get together and discuss the latest books, news, and pop culture in the Sci-Fi and Fantasy world. This is an active community with thousands of threads that include genre-specific challenges, workshops, critiques, and even publishing and industry information.

Perfect for: writers interested in Science Fiction and Fantasy writing.

6. Facebook Groups

If social media is more your style, don't miss the chance to interact with your fellow writers by joining Facebook groups in your own niche. Look for groups with a strict "no self-promotion" rules so that it remains supportive and useful to your writing goals.

There are a lot of groups out there in a variety of topics that range from genre-specific writing tips to traditional and self-publishing industry news. Here are just a few of them:

The Street Team — Reedsy's own book marketing group for self-publishing authors. 10 Minute Novelists — a group for the time-crunched writer. Calls for Submissions  — for writers looking for publication opportunities. Fiction Writers Global — a great resource for information about traditional and self-publishing. Writers Unite! — an active group with plenty of support and motivation for novice and experienced writers alike.

Perfect for: writers who prefer using social media.

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7. Insecure Writer’s Support Group

Whether you are a debut or seasoned author, there’s no doubt that writing a book can be intimidating and rife with bouts of self-doubt. The Insecure Writer’s Support Group aims to help you overcome those insecurities by hosting a community of like-minded authors.

Perfect for: writers who have doubts about their writing and are in need of encouragement.

8. The Next Big Writer

This is an international forum where writers can receive feedback on their writing and support on every other part of the creative process from drafting to publishing and marketing. The critiques are often thorough and many come from published authors. Keep in mind that there is a monthly cost associated with the membership, but it might be worth it to be able to bend the ear of published authors.

Perfect for: writers seeking in-depth critiques from an international audience.

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More than just a single writing community, Reddit has countless ‘subreddits’ where writers of all genres, interests, and levels of experience flock. While it may not offer workshops or tools, members can find niche threads that relate to their interests, critique other people’s work, and discover helpful sources of information.

There are so many different subreddits that you can get lost browsing them, but here are a few of the most popular ones:

r/writing — for general writing purposes. r/writingprompts — for user-submitted writing prompts. r/destructivereaders — beware, if you don’t like harsh criticism this may not be the best fit. But if you are willing to endure it, you will come out a better writer at the end. r/worldbuilding — user submitted fiction worlds. r/fantasywriters — for anybody interested in the fantasy genre. r/characterforge — the place to be for character building. r/writerchat — for those interested in talking with fellow writers. r/selfpublish — for anybody interested in self-publishing. r/logophilia — “the love of words and word games,” and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. r/freelanceWriters — for anybody interested in a career in freelance writing . r/books — because reading is just as important as writing if you want to be a successful author.

Perfect for: writers who want niche threads based on a particular interest or need.

10. Scribophile

One of the largest communities in the world, Scribophile offers workshops, tutorials, and critiques for authors in just about any genre imaginable. While it is free to join, only users who pay for a membership get access to all their features.

Perfect for: authors whowant to take part in writing workshops alongside writers of all experience levels.

11. She Writes

With over 30,000 members, this is the largest writing community exclusively for women. Here you can find articles on writing, editing, and marketing for every genre. There are forums tailored to specific needs, like travel writers, writing about trauma, NaNoWriMo, and many other topics.

Perfect for: women writers who want a place to connect and learn from fellow writers.

12. Talentville

If your passion lies in screenwriting, then you’ll want to book a one-way ticket to Talentville. Here you can get feedback on your writing and learn the skills necessary to perfect your screencraft. Plus, you can work on and build your network of contacts: the site is also a frequent stop for industry professionals (like agents, managers, and producers) on the lookout for new talent.

Perfect for: writers whoare interested in screenwriting and networking.

13. Underlined

A writing community by Penguin Random House. While any author can find helpful information on this website, it’s geared more towards younger writers. It has a well-designed platform, quizzes, genre-specific information, the latest news on book releases, Q&As with authors, and even some giveaways and excerpts as perks.

Perfect for: younger writers who are looking for genre-specific information and bookish perks.

14. Writers Helping Writers

This is a free-to-register community where you can find resources for writers, teachers, and editors alike. They offer a vast array of tools to perfect your craft, no matter your level. Their extensive creative library includes webinars, free writing and marketing tools, a thesaurus collection, story maps, idea generators, and more.

Perfect for: writers, editors, and teachers who are looking to build up their writing toolbox.

15. #WritingCommunity

Sometimes, all you need is a hashtag. And indeed, Twitter's own #WritingCommunity is one of the most robust writing collectives on the web. Ask a question, and it'll almost certainly get answered (without a lot of Twitter's trademark snark). The key here is to keep your questions concise, reply often to others, and don't go crazy with other hashtags. The community can tell if you're just thirsty for RTs. Perfect for: writers who are finally ready to use Twitter for good — and not just for procrastinating.

Do you belong to a writing community? Which one is your favorite one? Add yours in the comments below!

13 responses

27/11/2018 – 22:42

Very useful post. Thanks for this. I will be linking to it on my blog.

Dr Jack Edward Effron says:

18/02/2019 – 16:40

You left out taylz.com. It’s truly free. They are not going to give you a rubbish service to make you join their pay site because they have no pay site. Your story can be 8,000 words. They are not going to force you into flash fiction of 3,000 words. One critique out, one critique in: no mucking about with “karma” or critiquing 5+ stories to get one critique. The great new idea whose time has come! And it’s British, not American.

marieseltenrych says:

08/05/2019 – 12:28

Reedsy, thank God you are here! I want to ask a question to other authors or self publishers here: I have been approached by OmniScriptum to publish my books (research) with them. I cannot find much about this company online, so wondered if anyone has published with them recently? Thanks Reedsy in anticipation. Marie

↪️ Reedsy replied:

08/05/2019 – 12:29

Hi Marie! Sounds potentially very shady to me. If you haven't already, check out our post on predatory companies in publishing. One of the rules of thumb is that if a publisher contacts you first, be very wary. I just did 20 seconds worth of Googling and found some people who had a bad experience.

Eunice Brownlee says:

I am a member of illuminate, which is a group designed around supporting women who want to share their stories but don't know how. The majority of us write non-fiction essays and memoirs, but we have a few poets and fiction writers in the mix as well. The overall goal is to support each other, especially through those harder moments of not wanting to write, or not knowing where to start. There are monthly themes and prompts, a weekly exercise inside the Facebook group, and cross-sharing of what we're working on. My favorite feature is the expert review, where you can submit any piece you're working on each month and you'll get quality feedback from one of the editors that manage the group. This group is perfect for anyone who is just getting started writing.

↪️ Brittani B replied:

11/02/2020 – 19:27

I tried the link multiple times both from this page and separately searched and was unable to access the site.

Harry says:

05/06/2019 – 07:51

Personally I think you missed out the best writing community: https://community.jerichowriters.com/ Jericho Writers is a free writing community that writers can safely share thought, make friends, swap work and get advice

Christian says:

08/08/2019 – 12:21

I only recommend Scribophile if you enjoy being coerced into groupthink. If you hope to get meaningful critique that will help you, look elsewhere. The critiques here are mostly SPAG, and it's forbidden to discuss your work on the main forums, except in the broadest, vaguest way.

Randy says:

18/08/2019 – 06:11

I have all my dads writing research and copyrights to 18 different books....all this was before the digital world .... many negatives photos ....every major story from all over the world with his .copyright . These are huge stores and his books are really well written ....what should I do with them .....incredible spy work as well

Ratih says:

27/08/2019 – 03:50

As a new writer this article is really useful for me. Thank you reedsy

Jennifer says:

02/09/2019 – 14:15

Hi guys! Great blog! Just wanted to let you know that we linked to you in a blog on the Peaceful Living Wellness Online Magazine :) It will be published on Friday, September 6th, 2019

↪️ Martin Cavannagh replied:

17/09/2019 – 09:04

Thanks! We appreciate that!

Kaylee Downey says:

14/02/2020 – 19:09

Um...what about Wattpad?

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11 Best Author & Writer Communities

• By: Danika Bloom
• Updated: March 17, 2023

Writing can be a lonely pursuit, but with the proliferation of active, engaged and even “in-person” online writing communities, writers no longer have to go at it alone.

Joining an online writing community can provide a wealth of benefits for writers of all genres and at all stages of their development, from getting motivation when that first draft is fighting your every paragraph all the way to being your launch team when that writing is ready to share with readers.

Every year, new communities are born and finding the one that’s right for you can be overwhelming, especially if you’re hoping to find writing colleagues to meet with in real time or write in a specific niche or sub-genre and want to connect with people who share your passion for the kinds of stories or non-fiction you write.

If you’re not part of an online writer’s community, this post will help you understand all the different ways being a joiner can benefit you.

And then, once you’re convinced that a community is the right move for you, we’ve gathered some of 2023’s most active and promising places for you to find authorly camaraderie, improve your writing, and make industry connections.

Being part of an online writing community is as invaluable a tool for aspiring authors as a laptop and an idea worth sharing.

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Best Online Writing & Author Communties

1. booklinker fb community - best for new authors.

The first writing community on our list is going to be the Booklinker Facebook community. For those unaware, Booklinker is a link management tool for authors that helps increase book sales, but that’s outside the scope of this article.

The Facebook group is an incredible place for authors to learn about book marketing, as well as post questions to the community about anything their struggling with or working on.

Regardless of whether or you’re a beginner or veteran author, this community will welcome you with open arms.

As far as the rules of the group go, the main thing are to avoid any direct self promotion, and of course to be polite to all members of the writing community.

2. Author Ever After - Best for Prepublished Romance Writers

Author Ever After is the one-stop, happily ever after shop for romance writers who are tired of breaking up with their manuscript and committed to becoming published romance authors.

If you’re a passionate romance writer looking to take your writing to the next level this community offers one-to-one and one-to-many guidance and support, workshops and focused challenges, and most importantly, the connections you need to go the distance with your story.

Avoid the common pitfalls that aspiring authors face when they don’t know what they don’t know.

Build your confidence and knowledge in supportive weekly meetings just for romance writers.

Get beta readers , advice, peer and professional support as you learn, grow, and make connections to help you indie publish your romance novel.

Click on Community in the top menu bar to learn more.

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3. Critique Circle - Best for Manuscript Feedback

Improve your writing skills in one of the largest and longest-running writing communities on the web—Critique Circle.

Finding critique partners is hard—if you don’t belong to a writing group .

Sure, you can throw your words out to a stranger in a Facebook group but as anyone who’s had an insensitive or ignorant critique of early words, early in their writing career will tell you: it’s really not a risk worth taking.

Critique Circle is one of the most organized places online to get your words critiqued by other writers who understand how to give and take critiques.

Although this is an asynchronous community, it does have a community feel and it is possible to build meaningful relationships with other authors as you help each other improve your manuscripts and connect in discussion groups on nearly every topic under the sun.

4. Author Nation - Best for Early Stage Nonfiction

Author Nation offers a road map for nonfiction authors from idea to published book.

97% of authors-to-be never finish their manuscript which means they are missing out on the visibility, expert positioning, and business building opportunities that come with being a published author.

Those who succeed, get the support they need.

At Author Nation, you’ll get all your questions answered along the way, get the structure to succeed, and be held accountable to the process.

5. The Novel Smithy's Forge - Best for Character and Plot Development

The Novel Smithy’s Forge community offers support, education, and camaraderie to up-and-coming authors looking to get serious about their writing practice.

Ideal for genre fiction authors of all kinds, especially those ready to level up their storytelling craft in order to write the best novel possible (whether in pursuit of a traditional publishing deal or with an eye towards self-publishing).

This community will guide you through every stage of the writing process, from brainstorming to publication, so you can write your novel with confidence rather than overwhelm.

The Forge is currently closed to new members until late-Spring 2023.

Keep an eye on The Novel Smithy for news, or join their weekly writing newsletter to hear when doors open and grab a free character interview questionnaire to tide you over until May!

6. 4Thewords.com - Best Gamified Writing Community

Defeat writer’s block and have fun doing it!

That’s the claim of 4TheWords.com and if you’re a gamer, then this community might be exactly what you need to get your butt into your chair and your fingers flying across the keyboard.

Defeat monsters, complete quests, earn Items, level up your hero and explore a game world built by writers, for writers.

Connect with peers, make new friends, give and receive feedback, read, learn, and lend a helping hand. 4The Words is a community of warriors helping each other write and share stories.

7. Pages & Platforms - Best for Author Mindset

Pages & Platforms helps writers build the best book possible and find an audience for it with a range of marketing, editing, and coaching services for writers, including the Happily Ever Author Club, an online membership community.

The Happily Ever Author Club welcomes authors from all genres who are serious about finishing their books and finding their audience.

Their team helps authors break through by getting a handle on their mindset, their marketing, and their manuscript with four weekly calls, a monthly mindset call, the Story Path course, and an extensive bundle of writing and marketing resources.

8. Scribophile - Best for Beta Readers

Scribophile is one of the web’s largest online writing communities, celebrating 15 years of helping writers get published.

Scribophile is a place for writers across all genres and at any stage of their writing journey to meet, make friends, talk shop, and get feedback on their writing from writers from all over the world, meet beta readers, and take writing classes from bestselling and award-winning authors.

Joining is free, but there are costs to take classes.

9. Creative Academy for Writers - One Stop Shop Author Community

The Creative Academy for Writers offers online coaching, support and community to writers of all genres and at all levels.

They offer regular craft, business, genre discussions and writing sprints as well as forums where authors can interact in a supportive online environment.

If that sounds like a good fit for you, visit the JOIN US tab on the Creative Academy for Writers website.

10. Wattpad - Best Social Storytelling Platform

Wattpad is arguably the world’s most-loved social storytelling platform.

Wattpad connects a global community of 90 million readers and writers through the power of story. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.

1. Share your story. 2. Click with your community. 3. Create connections and find fans, grow your audience, and get rewarded for your creativity.

11. 20Books Vegas - Best Author Conference

20Books Vegas is the one community that meets live and in-person but it’s such a fantastic conference we couldn’t not share it. It’s billed as the greatest gathering of independent authors in the world.

This annual conference takes place each year in November, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Almost every major publishing industry service provider attends this event so you can get first-hand info from audiobook producers, publishers, and dozens of other publishing professionals.

And that’s when you’re not attending as many of the 200 (or so) presentations, panels, and sessions designed to help you take your writing and publishing to the next level.

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Danika Bloom is a career writer whose passion, pluck and perseverance have put her on the publishing map in the small town of romance literature. Like the town's friendly librarian, she is always there for her fellow authors, offering them the kind of support and guidance that only comes from decades of experience. Her knowledge of the industry is like the town's trusted old oak tree, a steady presence that provides shelter and comfort to those seeking refuge from the stormy seas of publishing. Danika's warmth and generosity are like a slice of homemade apple pie, bringing people together and creating a sense of community in the often-isolated world of writing. When she’s not crafting clever ways for heroes and heroines to meet, or connecting with writers in her romance author community, Author Ever After, you’ll find Danika over-indulging in matcha and amusing herself writing metaphor-heavy, third-person bios.

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The 6 Best Online Communities for Writers

These online communities offer inspiration, ideas, and support, no matter what type of writer you aspire to be.

Whether it's fiction, nonfiction, fanfiction, or anything in between, the web offers countless spaces where writers are free to share their work, explore other people's writings, and find a community.

Aspiring creators can dip their toes in the water and see what it's like to deal with constructive criticism, while established writers can test out ideas and see what works better for their story.

Let's look at some platforms that house the best communities for online writers.

1. Critique Circle

Critique Circle has been around since 2003 and is one of the oldest online writing communities. It's well-known, and its members are there to offer assistance and camaraderie.

Its members don't blast you with criticism, but instead, actively work towards providing constructive feedback that will help your work.

For every critique you post, you'll get served with credits. Depending on the length of your post and the story you're critiquing, the credits you earn can range from 0.5 to two credits. You need three credits to submit a story of your own.

The platform houses thousands of members, with over 100,000 stories shared and 400,000 critiques posted. You can interact with everyone, create discussions on various topics, and belong to an accepting community.

2. Writers Helping Writers

Writers Helping Writers is a platform that offers an array of resources for writers, as well as for editors and teachers. You're free to register as a user and work towards improving your writing.

You can find various tutorials, webinars, as well as marketing and writing tools that you can use for free. There's even an idea generator available.

With Writers Helping Writers, you can find a community willing to accept, support, and help you as a writer.

3. Underlined

If you're an aspiring writer that lacks experience, this is the place for you. Underlined offers to help build you up as a writer, craft your skills, and boost your confidence.

The site was created by Penguin Random House, and it's geared towards newer writers. It offers a welcoming writing community willing to give support and advice.

Underlined provides a space to make connections, explore the world of writing, chat with authors, and more. It's an inclusive community dedicated to supporting writers.

4. Scribophile

Scribophile is among the most well-known writing communities available online. It offers guidance, help, and support for aspiring writers. You can access tutorials and workshops, as well as reach out to professional writers who can provide tips and tricks of the trade.

Like with Critique Circle, Scribophile requires you to collect points (karma points) before it allows you to submit a work yourself. You get these points by posting critiques on other people's writings. In other words, you give feedback in order to receive feedback.

Joining the community is free, but the free profile comes with some limitations. If you choose to pay for the $9/month ($65/year) subscription, you get access to everything Scribophile offers, including unlimited submissions and messaging. Either way, the site is ad-free, and is an excellent resource to use to help you grow as a writer.

5. NaNoWriMo

If you want to push yourself as a writer or simply lack motivation or drive, NaNoWriMo is for you. NaNoWriMo boasts a community of writers who challenge themselves to become more productive.

NaNoWriMo is short for "National Novel Writing Month." The platform sets out an annual challenge to writers, daring them to produce 50,000 words for a novel during the month of November.

You don't have to complete your novel in this one single month, but rather aim to get a large chunk of work done. You're free to plan out your work throughout the year and reach out to other members for advice, support, and feedback on your thoughts and ideas.

Motivation can sometimes be hard to come by, and if you're a procrastinator at heart, it can be difficult even to start the writing process. The idea of becoming an organized writer  may seem like an aspirational dream. But if a challenge can get you going, look no further than NaNoWriMo.

6. The Next Big Writer

The Next Big Writer provides a welcoming environment where you can find camaraderie. It offers writing classes and workshops, discussions, feedback, support, and advice for writers.

The community can assist you with every step of your creative process, helping you get published, and market your book. Many members of the community have already been published, and you're encouraged to reach out to them.

The Next Big Writer offers a free and paid membership. The Basic Membership is free but has limitations. On the other hand, the Premium Membership unlocks everything the platform has to offer, including the ability to post unlimited content. It costs $7.95/month or $69.95/year.

The Benefits of Being Part of a Community

A community grants you access to constructive criticism. And, not just a bunch of people spewing negativity for the sake of it, but actual valuable advice to help you become a better writer .

Sometimes, you simply need a second opinion. A pair of fresh eyes looking at what you've been writing can be genuinely helpful.

While you might not realize that something can be improved upon, someone new to your work can reach that conclusion much faster. All it takes is a slight adjustment to the direction, and that can prove to be a major help.

Apart from guidance on a piece you're still writing, you can also ask your community to review a work you've already completed. Strangers often offer the best criticism—unlike family or friends, they won't sugarcoat their words to avoid hurting your feelings.

Aside from receiving feedback, you can also benefit from support. A community willing to welcome you and provide any assistance is invaluable. After all, who can better understand what you're going through than another writer?

Joining a Community Is a Must

Being a writer can often feel reclusive. Belonging to a community of people like you, who face the same challenges, is an excellent way to find kindred spirits.

And, if you're not one for socializing, the right community can be beneficial to your writing. Having access to published authors and getting constructive criticism, advice, and support is invaluable.

Every artist can benefit from finding a like-minded community and sharing their work. Make the jump and find your community. With so many options at your fingertips, don't be scared to explore them all and find the right fit for you.

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Scribophile is one of the largest and most award-winning online writing communities.

Make your writing shine with feedback from other writers

You’ve spent a lot of time writing your story. But how can you make it perfect before you start thinking about publishing?

Scribophile is a writing group focused on getting you feedback on your manuscript. — in fact, we’re one of the largest online writing groups out there. Our points-based peer critique system guarantees you’ll get feedback from writers from all walks of life. You can then use that feedback to polish your writing before you take the next step in your publishing journey.

How Scribophile works

1 earn points by giving feedback.

Earn karma points by critiquing writing. Giving feedback to group members is fast, easy, fun, and helps improve your own writing, too!

2 Get feedback on your own writing

Spend karma points to post your own writing for critique from our writing community — anything from flash fiction to novels. Our writer’s group will give you detailed feedback on how to improve it, regardless of your specific genre, and all in a supportive environment.

3 Make friends and meet beta readers

As you participate in our writing group, you’ll meet and form relationships with many different kinds writers. They’ll become your inspiration, your encouragement, and even your beta readers, ready to help with your current manuscript, and your next ones too!

Scribophile was the first place I stopped when I went from being an I-wanna-be-a-writer to I-am-an-author. Now I have four international bestselling novels with major publishers, and when authors come to me I always send them to Scribophile. Genevieve Graham Tides of Honour and others published with Simon & Schuster

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Our writing workshops are designed to be both comprehensive and transformational — they’re your fast track to leveling up your writing.

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Scribophile played a major part in helping me polish my novel for submission. I learnt a huge amount from critiquing other people’s work, as well as from reading critiques of mine. I now have a wonderful agent and have signed a three-book deal in the UK, a two-book deal in Germany, and a TV option. The book was also shortlisted for The Debut Dagger! Roz Watkins The Devil’s Dice and others published with HarperCollins

Giving and receiving critiques on Scribophile made a big difference to the quality of my writing. I learned how to write a query letter here and that led to an agent and a book deal. Ruth Lauren Prisoner of Ice and Snow and others published with Bloomsbury

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Sometimes, the hardest part of the writing process is how lonely it can get.

That’s why the most important part of Scribophile is our community of hundreds of thousands of writers from all over the world. No matter what genre you work in, or how far along you are in your manuscript, the friends you make at Scribophile will give encouragement, accountability, and will finally take the loneliness out of our solitary craft.

My years on Scribophile have given me a master’s level education in writing. The critiques are great, but I’ve learned as much from reading and analyzing other writers on Scribophile. I don’t think I could have polished my novel to a publishable level without this site. I’m an addict. Laura Creedle The Love Letters of Abelard and Lily published with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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Calling all aspiring authors if you're looking for writing websites, clubs, forums, authors' communities, and online writing groups to join, this guide is for you..

If you’ve ever wanted to become a writer, now is the time. The writing sector is expected to grow a whopping  9% in the next decade !

But writing comes with its own set of challenges. Writers need fresh ideas, excellent grammar skills, and a way with words. Sometimes, the dreaded writer’s block hits, and inspiration refuses to strike.

And that’s where online writing communities come in! If you dream of becoming a writer, consider joining one of the many valuable online writing groups and forums for authors.

Below, we’ve rated our best picks in various categories. So, whether you’re an amateur or professional, sci-fi writer or romance novelist, we’ve got the best writing websites for you to join.

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Science Fiction Lovers: Chronicles

With over 20,000 members and a very active forum, the  Chronicles writing community is an immense space for sci-fi lovers. Registration is always free, and the members are very welcoming!

The site features a massive forum that regularly posts writing challenges and contests. Movie, book, and art discussions often pop up as well. And when you want to be a reader rather than an author, you can check out the book review page.

Chronicles provide helpful guides focused on publishing, grammar, and critiques. So whether you’re just starting out, or you’re a pro who needs a little push, you’ll find what you need here.

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Romantic Storytellers: Wattpad

Wattpad is one of the best writers communities online. At over 15 years old, it has more than 300,000 writers from around the world and is available in 50 languages. This sizable community accepts any genre of storytelling, but romance is at its core.

Known for its notoriously relaxed moderators, Wattpad is full of romance stories of all kinds. Historical, aliens, horror – whatever your niche, Wattpad has it.

The community also provides access to writing resources, forums, and contests. Wattpad Books, the in-house publishing division, often selects writers for book deals. There are even opportunities for tv and movie contracts!

Poets and Short Story Writers: Fictionaut

While it’s not strictly for poets, a good chunk of  Fictionaut revolves around poetry. Short stories and other creative writing are also popular on this poetry and writing club website.

Fictionaut is a small writers community, with only around 5,000 members, but it’s very active. The layout is simple: a forum, groups, and user profiles. Anyone can join and publish their writing, free of charge.

No contests, publishing deals, or resources here. Just a lot of heartfelt, funny, real stories. If you  enjoy various types of journaling  in your spare time, you might feel like you’re reading a private journal as you browse. Exhilarating, but familiar!

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Fantasy Fans: Mythic Scribes

Fantasy writing can be one of those cliquey writing clubs that’s impossible to break into. But  Mythic Scribes  makes it simple to join a community of like-minded people .

The site features a very active forum that includes general discussion, publishing, and fantasy worlds. But the most valuable aspect of Mythic Scribes is the portfolio section. Members can create online portfolios for potential agents, employers, and fans to see.

As a writer, having  a well-built portfolio  is essential to your success. The portfolio section takes all the guesswork out of building a website, giving you the tools to succeed.

Aspiring Screenwriters: Talentville

Do you have Hollywood dreams? Aspiring screenwriters need to join Talentville , a community focused on scripts and stories. It boasts over 11,000 incredibly active members.

You can upload one drama, sitcom, or screenplay script for free. You’ll receive feedback from members and get access to all the forums and groups. But there are upgraded memberships if you want to upload extra scripts.

Memberships cost $39 and $99 a year, depending on the tier you choose. But regardless of which option you land on, you will have access to that critical reader base to review your script.

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Horror Fanatics: Critters Writers Workshop

Stephen King lovers, rejoice!  Critters Writers Workshop  is here to produce the next generation of horror writers. This legendary, 25-year old writing community welcomes all horror lovers, new or old.

They offer online workshops on all topics related to writing horror. The workshops feature member critiques and feedback on your submitted manuscripts. The downside is that there are no forums or discussion groups available.

But if you’re serious about publishing the next great horror novel, Critters is a valuable resource. Use their free workshops, feedbacks, and publishing lists to your advantage!

Female Writers: She Writes

She Writes  is a publishing platform for women writing in any genre. Besides publishing, the site also offers marketing, editing, and promotion services.

One of the only online writing groups for women, it maintains over 34,000 members! The site is packed with helpful guides and tips, interviews with writers, and personal stories. You can also join one of the 500 groups to connect with like-minded women.

She Writes Press, an independent publisher, can help get your story out into the world! With a $35 submission fee, you can send in your manuscript for consideration.

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Teens and Young Adults: Young Writers Society

For teens looking to break into the writing world, the  Young Writers Society  is a good place to start. As one of the most prominent youth writing groups online, everyone can find their place here!

From poetry to short stories to novels, you can post any type and genre of writing you want. Members can review others’ work and join clubs and forums. A unique roleplay forum allows writers to work on character development.

Moderators do an excellent job of mentoring young writers and keeping the site clean. Membership is free and open to anyone!

The Adventurous: NaNoWriMo

If you’re looking for a challenge and some adventure, you need to join NaNoWriMo.  National Novel Writing Month  is a crazy concept where you set out to write a whole novel in one month.

Although that’s the basis of the project, members can also work at their own pace. The website is excellent at motivating and keeping writers on track. It helps them set and achieve milestones, track progress, and connect with other writers.

Are you in the middle of your novel and just stumbled upon writer’s block? This might be the push you need! Membership is free for everyone, and they also have a Young Writers Program.

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For Help and Advice: Insecure Writer’s Support Group

The name says it all. Every writer has moments of doubt and insecurity, and no one is exempt from feeling not good enough. The  Insecure Writer’s Support Group  is a safe place to air your thoughts.

Members can post about their struggles and receive advice, feedback, and encouragement. The website also offers a vast amount of free writing resources to get you back on track.

For some real-time discussion, join the Facebook group and connect with almost 5,000 members. Chances are they’ll understand your struggles and help you find some creative solutions !

For Feedback: Critique Circle

Feedback is a critical step in the writing process. You might think you have the greatest novel on Earth, but if people can’t connect with it, it’s not going to sell.

The  Critique Circle  deals exclusively with providing this valuable service. Every genre, style, and format is welcome, and the whole thing works on a reciprocity system. Get critiqued and critique right back!

There’s no membership fee, but you can pay for the premium access, which gives you some perks. The website has been up and running since 2003, with almost one million critiques in their books!

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Best Overall: Scribophile

In the best writing website overall category is Scribophile, an extensive community that really has everything! This huge digital space contains:

• Approximately 160,000 writing forum threads
• Over 5 million posts
• More than 240,000 submitted works
• Almost 1.5 million critiques

Joining Scribophile  gives you access to an audience, feedback, and publishing information. The friendly writing community and active forums are a big bonus!

The community is consistently voted one of the best writing websites. It was also chosen as the Top Critique Circle in 2020, according to Reedsy. And if earning money is one of your goals of being an author, Scribophile holds cash writing contests!

Benefits of Joining a Writers Community

Now that we covered the best communities for every type of writer, let’s take a quick look at the benefits of joining. When you become part of one or more online writing groups, you often get:

• Access to contests and challenges
• Encouragement and advice from members
• An audience or beta readers
• A library of writing resources and guides
• Opportunities for workshops and classes
• A place to post your work for the public
• Free promotion and marketing for your writing

People often say that writing is a solitary job, but it actually takes a village. Without the feedback, motivation, and help of a community, it can be tough to reach your goals.

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11 Top Writing Communities You Should Join and Why

The life of a writer is pretty solitary, both by design and necessity. While you may find yourself in the neighborhood coffee shop a few days a week just for a change of pace, being a writer can be lonely and quiet.

Well-meaning as they are, your friends and family don’t understand the nuance between conflict and crisis. Try as they might, they can’t relate to the complexity of creating a consistent voice . And, heaven help them, they’ll never get the agony of choosing between traditional and self-publishing .

It’s no wonder that writing and alcohol are familiar companions.

But it’s not happy hour yet. Here’s the good news: you’re not alone. In fact, right this moment, writers just like you are actively participating in writing communities all over the web. It’s time that you meet.

But first, you may be wondering, what’s the point of joining a writing community? I’m glad you asked, because there’s a lot of compelling reasons to join. Let’s break it down:

Have you ever gotten to a point in your story where something just doesn’t sound right, but you can’t figure it out? You don’t want to ask your friends and family for their opinion because, let’s be honest, they’ll just say it sounds great to avoid hurting your feelings (even when you know it doesn’t).

Submitting a difficult piece to your writing community allows you to get honest, actionable feedback while you’re still working on your manuscript.

+Support & Encouragement

Writers understand other writers. They understand what it’s like to fall in love with a character, to struggle with dialogue, and to build entire worlds from scratch. These are your people. You need an environment where you can talk to fellow writers who struggle in the same areas you do. Those people can also help pull you from the mire of despair when the going gets tough, and they’ll motivate you to write those last thousand words.

After you’ve written and edited your book, you can ask your writing community to review your book. Swapping reviews is a popular practice. It’s free and easy to do, and a win-win for both writers.

+Beta Readers

So, what is a beta reader? Beta readers can help catch common, easy to fix mistakes such as detail inconsistencies, that you'll most likely miss after having read over the manuscript 300 times. Often the most important thing beta readers can offer is the indication that something is wrong. They may not know how to fix it or may not offer the right suggestion, but they'll alert you to the fact that X isn't working.

If you’re self-publishing, you’ll need to get marketing savvy quickly. In addition to subscribing to our blog , get thee involved in a writing community where you can learn a lot of interesting marketing tricks and techniques from seasoned pros.

Also, most online writing communities have a dedicated space for writers to promote their books. Share your book with a wider audience.

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Now that you’re fully convinced on the benefits of becoming an active member in an online writing community, let’s look at the very best ones to join (in alphabetical order) :

1. Absolute Write Water Cooler

Absolute Writer is a popular and passionate writer’s forum on everything from politics to science fiction (which may in fact be the same thing). It welcomes writers of all genres, including novels, non fiction, screenwriting, and greeting cards.

Why Join? This community is well moderated and extremely popular. You’ll find kindred spirits here.

Popular boards include Ask the Agent , Self-Publishing , and Young Adult .

2. AgentQuery

AgentQuery is a great place to go for critiques and feedback. If you’re further along in the writing process and would love to know how to get an agent, for example, this is the go-to writing community. Check out successful query letters and learn about marketing your book after it’s published.

Why Join? There’s plenty of advice for after you’ve completed your manuscript and are interested in shopping it around. Find out what needs to be done by those who’ve been there/ done that.

Popular boards include Spectulative Fiction , Author and Book Promotion Tips , Agent Submission Process

BookRix is a community for independent writers who are interested in self-publishing. While the site BookRix does provide writers with self-publishing help, its community is full of diverse topics that can help any writer improve and commiserate (or both!).

Why Join? You’ll enter an established book community with lots of activity.

Popular boards include Serious Writers , Book Promotion , The Reading List

4. Critique Circle

Established in 2003, Critique Circle is one of the oldest writing communities online. The majority of members are young adults between 21 to 30. As the name implies, members take advantage of critique help, but there’s also a chill vibe for this site. For example, a popular thread at the time of this post is word association.

Why Join? Join for critique help and camaraderie. You may lose hours interacting with other writers in this community, and that’s a good thing every now and then.

Popular boards include Publishing , The Procrastination Lounge (no surprise), Publishing

5. Critters Writers Workshop

For all you sci-fi, fantasy, or horror writers out there, here’s the group for you. While it’s not the most active community out there, there’s a lot of genre specific nuggets you’ll love to read.

Why Join? This board is a must-join for the sci-fi, fantasy, or horror crowd.

Popular boards include Critique Discussions , Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Writing , Help!

6. SCRIBOPHILE

Scribophile is one of the largest writing communities online. Writers of any genre join to post their writing for critique, give each other feedback on how to improve their writing, and help each other on their journey to publication. Their forums are busy, with over 5.1 million posts at the time of writing, and their members have gone on to be published by the likes of HarperCollins, Macmillan, Penguin Random House, Simon and Schuster, and more.

Why Join? This community is one of the top places to get professional feedback on your writing, and to meet other writers working in your genre.

Popular boards include

[Writing]( https://www.scribophile.com/forums/writing/ )

[Publishing] ( https://www.scribophile.com/forums/publishing/ )

[General discussion: Cool Hang-Out Chill Zone ( https://www.scribophile.com/forums/the-cool-hang-out-chill-zone/ ).

7. Hatrack River Writers Workshop

While the Hatrack River Writers Workshop forum has an old school look and feel, there’s plenty of fresh ideas and energetic discussions.

Why Join? Get involved in vibrant discussions about developing character and plot. Learn more about improving your writing from fellow writers.

Popular boards include Open Discussions About Writing , Fragments and Feedback for Short Works , Writing Class

Mibba skews young, but it’s welcoming to any age group. Mibba users create blogs and write narrative posts or stories that can then be critiqued by other members. It’s a great community for young writers who need extra support.

Why Join? This community nurtures young authors by providing an active community, opportunities for collaboration, and peer feedback.

Popular boards include Role-Playing , General , Tips

9. NaNoWriMo

Short for National Novel Writing Month, NaNoWriMo is something of a revolution that challenges writers everywhere to write an entire novel in one month. Crazy, but scores of dedicated fanatics have proven it’s possible.

Why Join? This is a wildly popular community that provides tons of support and writing strategies.

Popular boards include Plot Doctoring , Reference Desk , Writing 101

10. The Next Big Writer

In this community, you’ll find writers who offer professional, no-fluff feedback. There’s not a lot of random activity here, but rather a more somber discourse on writing.

Why Join? Join for professional critique from established writers.

Popular boards include The TheNextBigWriter Basic Group , The Writing Tips & Advice Group , The Fantasy World Builders Group

11. The Reddit Writer's Group

Last but certainly not least is Reddit. Reddit features a subreddit dedicated to write and another to writing . Confusing, right? Just join both. Both subreddits are active and popular, and great for a quick hit of inspiration.

Why Join? Where else can you see this treat: Knowing your character rules and boundaries is essential; here's Chuck Jones' cheat sheet for the Coyote and Roadrunner ?

Popular boards include Write , Writing

Final Thoughts

Joining a writing community is one of the best things you can do to improve your morale and hone your skills. While these communities are completely free, you’ll be amazed at how much value they add to your life.

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on November 2015 and has been updated for accuracy.

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Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for a... Read all Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike. Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

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Helldivers 2’s community major order has flipped over 200,000 reviews positive.

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Everyone is temporarily distracted by Microsoft’s closure of major studios , making us forget the controversy of last week, Sony demanding all Helldivers 2 PC players link a PSN account in order to keep playing, including regions where that’s not even possible.

Players complained and destroyed the game with negative reviews on Steam in protest, and ultimately Sony was forced to relent and not move forward the with requirement, which was set to begin a few days ago.

The idea was that Steam reviews did not reflect anything about the innate quality of the game, but instead were being used as a protest vehicle. And as such, now that fan demands were met, there was a community call to reverse those negative reviews back to positive in order to support the game and developer Arrowhead going forward.

I did not know how that was going to go, as rallying fans to do something positive can often be tougher than rallying them to do something negative, but it’s working. In the past few days, 200,000+ reviews have been flipped to positive or added to the total, It has taken the game from sub-50% positive reviews all the way back up to 72% “mostly positive,” with recent reviews being mixed, not overwhelmingly negative as they were previously. This is still not as high as it once was, but it’s a huge swing, and yet another example of a frequently mass-coordinated community doing something like that outside of the game. For the second time in a week.

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This situation is not totally resolved as of yet. Sony’s decision to pull the game from sale in 177 regions does not appear to be fully reversed yet, as that was a precursor step to the PSN linking, which did not end up happening. It stands to reason the game will be made available for sale again, but it was not an instant change once that declaration was made.

Additionally, it appears that the Arrowhead community manager to encouraged players to give the game negative reviews or ask for refunds as a means of protest has either been chastised, removed or potentially even fired from his role, as his most recent postings would indicate. His messaging about negative Steam reviews as a way to send a message to Sony was used by fans as justification for the campaign, and while he may end up punished, clearly he was right to some extent. Hopefully he did not actually lose his job over this.

As for Helldivers, it appears to be back to business as usual with new major orders and new gear and weapons on the way. Back to the galactic warfront with all that drama destroyed.

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Encampment in Harvard Yard

Dear Members of the Harvard Community,   Over the last 12 days, the encampment in Harvard Yard has disrupted our educational activities and operations. The right to free speech, including protest and dissent, is vital to the work of the research university.  But it is not unlimited . It must be exercised in a time, place, and manner that respects the right of our community members to do their work, pursue their education, and enjoy the opportunities that a residential campus has to offer. The encampment favors the voices of a few over the rights of many who have experienced disruption in how they learn and work at a critical time of the semester. I call on those participating in the encampment to end the occupation of Harvard Yard.   The disruptions from this encampment at the heart of the University have been numerous. Harvard College exams and other important activities and events have had to move elsewhere. Safety concerns over the past two weeks, including those raised as a result of students sleeping outdoors overnight, have required us to sharply limit access to Harvard Yard. Although some community members have said they are undisturbed by these conditions, we continue to hear reports of students whose ability to sleep, study, and move freely about the campus has been disrupted by the actions of the protesters. We are especially troubled by increasing reports that some within, and some supporting, the encampment have intimidated and harassed other members of our community. When Harvard staff have requested to see IDs in order to enforce our policies, supporters of the encampment have at times yelled at them, tried to encircle them, and otherwise interfered with their work. We have also received reports that passers-by have been confronted, surveilled, and followed. Such actions are indefensible and unacceptable.   As first-year students move out and as we begin our extensive preparations for Commencement, this ongoing violation of our policies becomes more consequential. Thousands of family members, friends, and loved ones will soon join us to celebrate the achievements of graduate and undergraduate students who have earned the right to walk in Commencement. This celebration is the culmination of years of hard work and accomplishment. The members of the Class of 2024 deserve to enjoy this milestone uninterrupted and unimpeded. It would be especially painful if students who graduated from high school or college during the pandemic were denied a full graduation ceremony for a second time.   The individuals participating in the activities of the encampment have been informed repeatedly that violations of University and School policies will be subject to disciplinary consequences and that further violations and continued escalation will result in increasingly severe sanctions. Last week, faculties across the University began delivering disciplinary notices to students who continued to participate in unauthorized, disruptive activity in the Yard despite these notices.   I write today with this simple message:  The continuation of the encampment presents a significant risk to the educational environment of the University. Those who participate in or perpetuate its continuation will be referred for involuntary leave from their Schools.  Among other implications, students placed on involuntary leave may not be able to sit for exams, may not continue to reside in Harvard housing, and must cease to be present on campus until reinstated.   Enforcement of these policies, which are essential to our educational mission, is an obligation we owe to our students and the Harvard community more broadly. It is not, as some have suggested, a rejection of discussion and debate about the urgent issues that concern the University, the nation, and the world. As an academic institution, we do not shy away from hard and important questions. There are many ways for our community to engage constructively in reasoned discussion of complex issues, but initiating these difficult and crucial conversations does not require, or justify, interfering with the educational environment and Harvard’s academic mission. Our disagreements are most effectively addressed through candid, constructive dialogue, building not on disruption, but on facts and reason.     Sincerely, Alan M. Garber