A DROP-IN CO-WORKING GROUP FOR CREATIVE WRITERS
Sit & Write meets most Saturdays from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm ET via Zoom.
Since 2019, S&W has offered designated time and space for writing and writing-related activities, and the opportunity to connect with other writers. We typically have 5-15 attendees, depending on the day. Participants are diverse in background, preferred genre, and level of literary "experience." Sit & Write is a part of Collective Lit.
Since 2019, S&W has offered designated time and space for writing and writing-related activities, and the opportunity to connect with other writers. We typically have 5-15 attendees, depending on the day. Participants are diverse in background, preferred genre, and level of literary "experience." Sit & Write is a part of Collective Lit.
FAQ
Q: How do I access the Zoom meetings?
A: Links to the meeting are published in my weekly newsletter. This is the only way to access Collective Lit events.
Q: How is Sit & Write structured?
A: Sit & Write is a generative gathering. Our agenda:
Q: Is there a discussion component?
A: Yes! After check-out, the floor is open for unstructured conversation about writing. We do not workshop each other's writing during Sit & Write. If you connect with someone, you're welcome to exchange feedback at a later time.
Q: What does it cost? Do I need to pre-register?
A: There's no cost to participate, and no need to register. You can join us once, or weekly. You can stay for all 3 hours, or you can drop in and out at your leisure.
Q: What if I'm late, or if I need to leave early?
A: I don't mind one bit. Sit & Write is a drop-in event. Just make sure your mic is off during silent co-working time.
Q: Why is it free? Is there some sort of catch?
A: No catch! Sit & Write is free because these meetings are an important part of my own writing practice. While I do welcome "tips" via Venmo or Paypal, there's absolutely no expectation or obligation to do so.
Q: What are the rules?
A: Be kind to others, behave “appropriately” when on camera/microphone, and keep your mic off during silent writing time (11:15 am – 1:45 pm ET) as to not distract others. Sit & Write is not a writing workshop.
Q: Do I have to write? Could I work on other stuff, like math homework?
A: I won't micromanage. However, this group centers creative writing, and our discussions will focus on that topic.
Q: What if I need more than one session a week?
A: I've got you covered. I also run "Creative Co-working" for Blue Stoop. It's free and virtual, and takes place most Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 pm ET.
Q: Will I feel comfortable participating as a marginalized person?
A: I strive to create an environment that is welcoming to those who have been historically excluded from the U.S. publishing industry, including but not limited to: people of color, Indigenous people, queer and trans people, women (trans and cis), disabled people, immigrants, low-income individuals, and those at the intersections of these identities and experiences. I sincerely welcome feedback about how to better serve and center these demographics.
Simultaneously, I encourage participants from backgrounds that have long been centered in publishing (white/male, etc.) to be mindful of this exclusionary history when participating in group discussions. I will try my best to do the same.
A: Links to the meeting are published in my weekly newsletter. This is the only way to access Collective Lit events.
Q: How is Sit & Write structured?
A: Sit & Write is a generative gathering. Our agenda:
- 11:00 am-11:15 am ET: Check-in
- 11:15 am-1:45 pm ET: Silent co-working
- 1:45 pm-2:00 pm ET: Check-out
Q: Is there a discussion component?
A: Yes! After check-out, the floor is open for unstructured conversation about writing. We do not workshop each other's writing during Sit & Write. If you connect with someone, you're welcome to exchange feedback at a later time.
Q: What does it cost? Do I need to pre-register?
A: There's no cost to participate, and no need to register. You can join us once, or weekly. You can stay for all 3 hours, or you can drop in and out at your leisure.
Q: What if I'm late, or if I need to leave early?
A: I don't mind one bit. Sit & Write is a drop-in event. Just make sure your mic is off during silent co-working time.
Q: Why is it free? Is there some sort of catch?
A: No catch! Sit & Write is free because these meetings are an important part of my own writing practice. While I do welcome "tips" via Venmo or Paypal, there's absolutely no expectation or obligation to do so.
Q: What are the rules?
A: Be kind to others, behave “appropriately” when on camera/microphone, and keep your mic off during silent writing time (11:15 am – 1:45 pm ET) as to not distract others. Sit & Write is not a writing workshop.
Q: Do I have to write? Could I work on other stuff, like math homework?
A: I won't micromanage. However, this group centers creative writing, and our discussions will focus on that topic.
Q: What if I need more than one session a week?
A: I've got you covered. I also run "Creative Co-working" for Blue Stoop. It's free and virtual, and takes place most Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 pm ET.
Q: Will I feel comfortable participating as a marginalized person?
A: I strive to create an environment that is welcoming to those who have been historically excluded from the U.S. publishing industry, including but not limited to: people of color, Indigenous people, queer and trans people, women (trans and cis), disabled people, immigrants, low-income individuals, and those at the intersections of these identities and experiences. I sincerely welcome feedback about how to better serve and center these demographics.
Simultaneously, I encourage participants from backgrounds that have long been centered in publishing (white/male, etc.) to be mindful of this exclusionary history when participating in group discussions. I will try my best to do the same.