WRITING GROUP | Annagash

The Baker Street Writing Group is held every other Thursday morning at 10:30am - in The Falstaff

JULY DATES:

3rd

17th

31st

Group Format

Introductions:

What you write
How your writing has been going over the last two weeks
What you are currently working on

2. Poll taken of who wants to read or has a discussion point

3. Reading of the ground rules

4. The author reads (max 800 words). Feedback given.

5. The author reads or discussion point.

6. Chance for author questions.

7. Goodbyes - but do feel free to stay in the café and write and

chat with group members.

Ground Rules

Attempt Positive Criticism. This is a skill. Feedback should be positive but not fake. What speaks to you in the writing? How does it make you feel? How do you understand the plot or structure? What did you notice about the language etc
We are all equals - it doesn’t matter if you are a published author or a complete beginner all thoughts and views are heard.
Hate speech of any kind will not be tolerated and will result in you being excluded from the group. This includes but is not limited to, racism, disablism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia and religious persecution.
No pressure to speak or read. Turn up and observe – you don’t need to read out or give feedback.
This place attempts to be “safe”.This group isn’t suitable for exploring sexually explicit writing or graphic violence. You don't know the backgrounds of everyone in the room. If you're going to read something that might be problematic or emotionally difficult, talk about it first - and if you're unsure, ask. If listening, you can leave the room at any time. This means it's a safe space to discuss topics/writing that might be difficult or problematic, while also not making people feel pressured to listen to things they find uncomfortable.
Banned question.‘Is this based on your own life?’ - it doesn't add anything and can make discussion awkward. Please don't ask this or any other personal questions. This is not a therapy group - please keep discussion focused on the writing presented.

# Accessibility

This is a brand new venue for the group because the Baker Street Cafe shut unexpectedly. We are currently auditing the facilities to see what they are like before writing this statement.

The event is held downstairs and is probably wheelchair accessible however - I'm not sure if the toilet are wheelchair accessible. More information to follow.