Whether you need an accountability group, want to be savvier about the business of authorship, or are looking for a fun in-person event to learn new skills and meet other writers, we’ve got you covered.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Feedback & Polish
Feedback helps writers polish their work. Join this workshop for information on proofreading and beta reading support along with a small-group online critique component. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Formatting
Formatting matters, so we’re making it easy. Join us to learn what we’re looking for format-wise, how to submit, and what to expect after submission. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
2025 Anthology Submission Window OPEN
Call for submissions is open for the Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 anthology.
Find POP at the inaugural Arizona Author Book Festival
Find Phoenix Oasis Press in the Writer’s Scene Exhibit Tent at the inaugural family-friendly Arizona Author Book Festival.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Center Stage
This optional, in-person workshop is invitation-only for those writers whose work was accepted into the 2025 anthology. At this workshop, authors will practice engaging an audience as you read your work aloud. Pitch, pace, and projection will be covered, along with other public speaking skills.
Time and venue are TBD and will be announced after the anthology submissions have been selected.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Aim High!
We’re looking for your best writing, but what does that mean? We’ll tell you! Join for an exercise in ‘stunning sentences,’ discussion of ‘what makes a strong submission,’ and an overview of literary awards on our radar. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
Writers Read Craft Book Club - October Edition
Learn about the anthology’s theme of curiosity, take part in theme-based generative writing exercises, and get resources to help you draft your submission. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Intro to Curiosity Theme
Learn about the anthology’s theme of curiosity, take part in theme-based generative writing exercises, and get resources to help you draft your submission. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
Leap Forward Into Writing 2.0 - Writer's Retreat
An all-day series of workshops on writing and imagination to inspire your creativity and process. Rediscover your writer’s passion, hone your craft, and meet other area writers at this interactive, welcoming event for all genres and all skill levels. $45 registration.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygchbjb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygchbdb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/pwjjktygchbcb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygcgbmc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygcgbhc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/plqsjtygcgbgc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygcgbdc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygcgbxb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Author-preneurship Writer’s Meet Up! hosted by ASU
The J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute is thrilled to collaborate with author C.B. Wilson to bring you the April Author-preneurship: Writer's Meet Up! Join us for a dedicated hour of writing, coupled with an inspiring business discussion featuring a local creative.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/pwjjktygcgbwb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygcgbtb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygcgbpb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/plqsjtygcgbnb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygcgblb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygcgbgb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/plqsjtygcgbfb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.
Maricopa Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
At the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center.
SCHEDULE:
4:30 PM - Quick introductions/Announcements
4:45 PM - Timer starts: write for 1.5 hours
6:15 PM - Writing ends. Optional writing exercise / group chat.
HOST:
Tereza K.
COST:
No fee.
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/xgklktygcgbcb/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Gilbert Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person event)
In the private room at the back of la Madeleine restaurant located at San Tan Mall.
It’s on the side of the mall where the Dick’s Sporting Goods is.
SCHEDULE:
5:30 - Quick introductions/Announcements
5:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
6:45 - Writing ends: Optional writing exercise starts
7:15 - Exercise ends
HOSTS:
Lisa & Peggy
COST:
No fee, but if you order something from la Madeleine be sure to let them know you’re with the writing group. They’ll put your purchase toward the room costs. If you don’t want to order anything, that’s ok too!
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/dmsbhtygcfblc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Metro Phoenix Shut Up & Write! ® (In-person Event)
The group meets in a private room in the back area, just beyond the washrooms.
If you’re attending for the first time and can’t find us, just ask at the cafe. They’ll point you in our direction!
SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM - Sign-in and introductions
10:20 AM - Timer starts: silent writing hour (sometimes we write for 1.5 hours)
11:20 AM - Optional writing exercise or group discussion
HOSTS:
Sue F, Mary C, Tracy H
COST:
$5 cash which is applied to the room rental rate
OFFICIAL RSVP LINK:
https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritephoenixaz/events/plqsjtygcfbkc/
At Shut Up & Write we’ve discovered it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Whatever you’re writing—or dream of writing—you’re invited to join us. No one will see what you've written (unless you ask them to) or give you unsolicited advice.
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Write ® (In-person event)
Northwest Valley Shut Up & Writ® — 10 a.m. at Foothills Library, Glendale AZ. Free. Register here.