Dunure Castle, Dunure, ScotlandCredit: N C Sandilands
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Who are we?

A group of writers across Glasgow and the West of Scotland who hopped off that NaNoWriMo train and set forth on our own journey to find like-minded souls, passionate about the joys of storytelling.

A purple and gold thistle made out of fountain pen nibs. West of Scotland Writing Group's Logo

How do we operate?

We mostly meet on Discord for sprints, critique club, and more. The joy of Discord is it keeps the group accessible to many throughout the region and even further afield.

That doesn’t mean we don’t meet up in person! We have our weekly Sunday in-person write-in that takes place within Glasgow City Centre, as well as many fun social events throughout the year. The exact details can be found by joining our Discord.

A purple and gold thistle made out of fountain pen nibs. West of Scotland Writing Group's Logo

What do we do?

So much!

We connect writers all around the Glasgow and the West Coast of Scotland (and beyond!) who share in the love of the craft. We meet on a regular basis to share knowledge, ask for advice, and, of course, write together.

Take a gander at just some of what we get up to:

  • Online/In-person Sprint Sessions
  • Online Critique Groups
  • In-Person Meetups
  • Online Workshops
  • Online Skillsharing Events
  • Writing Retreats
  • Social events
  • And much more!!
The equestrian statue of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington located outside the Royal Exchange, now known as the Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow, Scotland with his wee orange traffic cone on.Credit: N C Sandilands
A purple and gold thistle made out of fountain pen nibs. West of Scotland Writing Group's Logo

Regular Events

Here are some of our regularly scheduled events.

Online Critique Club

Every Wednesday* @ 19:30 – 20:30 on Discord
*Subject to change

Online Write-Ins

Every Wednesday @ 20:30 after Critique Club till late

In-Person Meetups

Every Sunday @ 14:00 – 17:00 in Glasgow City Centre

FAQs

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How often do you meet?

We meet weekly on Wednesday and Sundays.

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Can beginners join?

Of course! Writers of all levels are welcome.

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Is there a fee?

Nope! Membership is completely free.

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Do you have to be from the west of Scotland?

Not at all! The more the merrier!