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Communities for writers of all kinds, from fiction and screenwriting to technical writing and journalism. Discord and Reddit have large general writing communities for feedback and accountability, with more specialized groups for specific genres, craft topics, and publication paths like self-publishing and traditional querying.

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r/WritingPrompts

Writing Prompts. You're a writer and you just want to flex those muscles? You've come to the right place! If you see a prompt you like, simply write a short story based on it. Get comments from others, and leave commentary for other people's works on the Reddit for writing prompts. Let's help each other.

reddit · 15,600,000 members · est. 2010
r/writing

r/Writing is the subreddit that contains discussions about the writing craft.

reddit · 2,000,000 members · est. 2008
r/Screenwriting

Join our community of over 1,000,000 Screenwriters! From beginners to professionals, we come together to teach, learn, and share everything about Screenwriting. Please view our rules and wikis before posting. Scroll down for resources, mod and verification applications, Discord listings and more.

reddit · 1,200,000 members · est. 2009
r/worldbuilding

For artists, writers, gamemasters, musicians, programmers, philosophers and scientists alike! The creation of new worlds and new universes has long been a key element of speculative fiction, from the fantasy works of Tolkien and Howard, to the science-fiction universes of Burroughs and Asimov, to the tabletop realm of Gygax and Barker, and beyond. This subreddit is about sharing your worlds, discovering the creations of others, and discussing the many aspects of creating new universes.

reddit · 808,000 members · est. 2009
r/FanFiction

A supportive community for writers, readers, and reccers to talk about and share FanFiction.

reddit · 441,478 members · est. 2009
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing focuses primarily on helping everyone with the stages of writing/publishing: outlining, writing, editing, query letters, formatting, artwork, blurbs, and marketing

facebook · 141,767 members · est. 2015
r/WritingWithAI

Welcome to r/writingWithAI! Here, we explore the rapidly emerging field of machine-based writing. We discuss the potential applications and implications of AI-based content creation. We also share resources on how to create AI-generated text, as well as explore the ethical considerations associated with this technology. Whether you're a writer, programmer, or AI enthusiast, this is the place to discuss the future of writing.

reddit · 135,292 members · est. 2022
r/Writers

All are welcome at r/writers: fiction writers, nonfiction writers, bloggers and more! Get critique on your work, share resources, ask questions and help fellow writers.

reddit · 127,000 members · est. 2009
r/roleplay

A hub for finding roleplay partners and discussing various roleplay styles, from casual to literate, across multiple genres.

reddit · 101,438 members
Roleplayer Guild

An independent roleplay forum catering to all skill levels, with organized sections for freeform and system-based storytelling.

94,540 members
r/freelanceWriters

A place by and for freelance writers of all kinds to discuss and share every facet of freelance writing.

reddit · 83,900 members · est. 2011
Writers Unite!

Writers Unite! exists as a haven to support and encourage writers at all levels of knowledge and experience. WU! encourages writers to share their writing, receive and provide constructive feedback, and answer questions posted by members related to their writing.

facebook · 78,000 members · est. 2015
r/selfpublish

A place to discuss just about everything in the world of indie books

reddit · 75,300 members · est. 2011
RPNation

A large and active independent roleplay community with a focus on collaborative storytelling across various genres.

72,000 members
r/conlangs

This subreddit is focused on the discussion of conlangs, tools, and activities to aid you in the construction of your own conlang, and creating a community environment where we can all enjoy conlanging.

reddit · 68,600 members · est. 2009
4D Copywriting Community

4D Copywriting Community is a Skool community focused on writing and related topics.

skool · 64,274 members
Creative Writing Forums

Writing forums dedicated to improving your skills and helping you get published. Creative writing, applied writing, and publishing forums are at your disposal, as well as articles, workshops, and contests.

61,332 members · est. 2006
Elliquiy

A long-running roleplay forum with a rigorous application process, known for high-quality storytelling and character-driven plots.

59,331 members
The Freelance Writers’ Connection

Advice, support, tips and networking and work opportunities to anyone involved in freelance writing. We have few rules about what can and cannot be posted or discussed, as long as it pertains to the topic of freelance writing - be it journalistic, content marketing, PR or other. Ask your questions, share your experiences - we have thousands of experienced freelancers willing to offer advice.

linkedin · 54,340 members
r/Journalism

r/journalism is a community focused on the industry and practice of journalism (from the classroom to the newsroom).

reddit · 46,000 members · est. 2008
r/NovelAi

Subreddit for the in-development AI storyteller & AI anime image generator NovelAI. If you want to follow the progress, come join our Discord server!

reddit · 44,281 members · est. 2021
SheWrites

She Writes is the largest online community and content site for women writers at every stage of their writing lives, working in every genre and representing every generation – all around the world. Founded by Kamy Wicoff in 2009, She Writes supports, encourages and educates writers, providing them with a place that is both inspirational and practical. In 2012, in response to the barriers to traditional publishing for women, Kamy and Brooke Warner founded She Writes Press, the hybrid publishing arm of She Writes. To date, She Writes Press has signed more than 200 authors and is the most award-winning hybrid publisher in the industry. In 2014, She Writes became part of SparkPoint Studio, an innovative, female-led digital, publicity, marketing and content agency led by CEO Crystal Patriarche.

34,144 members · est. 2009
r/DestructiveReaders

Writing Feedback: we will tell you the good, the bad, the ugly, and the horrible of your writing. RDR ~ Colorfully Destructive.

reddit · 33,300 members · est. 2013
The Write Life Community

The Write Life Community, brought to you by Self-Publishing School, gives writers a place to connect, so we can all help each other become stronger writers and earn. Join our community today!

facebook · 29,573 members · est. 2013
WritingForums.com

Writing Forums is a privately-owned, community managed writing environment. We provide an unlimited opportunity for writers and poets of all abilities, to share their work and communicate with other writers and creative artists. We offer an experience that is safe, welcoming and friendly, regardless of your level of participation, knowledge or skill. There are several opportunities for writers to exchange tips, engage in discussions about techniques, and grow in your craft. You can also participate in forum competitions that are exciting and helpful in building your skill level. There's so much more for you to explore!

23,354 members
r/write

A friendly community where all content related to the craft of writing is welcome! Ask a question, start a discussion, or share resources here: just check out our rules first. Please note that self-promotion and critique requests are limited to the sticked threads.

reddit · 20,100 members · est. 2008
Alessandra Torre Inkers

A group that is available to anyone who is interested in writing their first novel, or future novels! Feel free to pop in and ask questions about your works in progress, meet other aspiring authors, or share helpful tips and articles that you've found.

facebook · 18,600 members · est. 2017
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r/Publishing

A subreddit dedicated to modern & traditional publishing, for profit and for fun. All are welcome.

reddit · 16,400 members · est. 2008
10 Minute Novelists

10 Minute Novelists is an international group devoted to helping time-crunched writers develop the habit of writing, learn the craft, and build their careers in small increments of time.

facebook · 16,000 members · est. 2014
r/YAwriters

This sub is for authors of YA novels. Discussing your original WIP (work in progress) is our purpose. Feel free to discuss titles, characters, plots, themes, settings, critiques, and any information pertinent to authors and genre. Hopefully we can all learn from each other and write great books!

reddit · 14,000 members · est. 2012
r/storyandstyle

The home for discussion of all the tools in a writer's toolbox.

reddit · 11,800 members · est. 2018
TalentVille

Pack your bags and move into a town designed exclusively for Screenwriters and Storytellers Welcome to Talentville, the online community that gives a voice to screenwriters everywhere who share the dream of having their work produced. Blow the dust off your scripts and stories that sit dejected and forgotten and see if you have what it takes to turn your dreams into reality.

11,026 members
Ask a Book Editor

Writing a book? Have a question? Ask an Editor! Post questions you have about the writing process and have them answered by an editor.

facebook · 10,463 members · est. 2017
Inner Circle Writer's Group

This group is for new and established writers interested in the craft and practice of writing and everything connected with that.

facebook · 10,020 members · est. 2017
r/literarycontests

Literary contests posted every day, including many free and international

reddit · 9,600 members · est. 2019
r/journalismjobs

A place to post journalism jobs.

reddit · 8,300 members
Research Paper Mastery

Research Paper Mastery is a Skool community focused on writing and related topics.

skool · 8,136 members
Script Hive

Server for film and tv writers - writing groups, table reads, prompts, and 18,000 pro script library. This server is dedicated to helping any and all screenwriters advance in their career.

discord · 6,595 members
Copywriting Launchpad

Copywriting Launchpad is a Skool community focused on writing and related topics.

skool · 5,344 members
Insecure Writer's Support Group

The Insecure Writer’s Support Group is a website media business with affiliates to enhance our service to visitors. We are a home for writers in all stages; from unpublished to bestsellers. Our goal is to offer assistance and guidance. We want to help writers overcome their insecurities, and by offering encouragement we are creating a community of support.

facebook · 5,000 members · est. 2013
IwakuRoleplay

A mainstay play-by-post forum offering a wide variety of roleplay settings and a community-driven atmosphere.

5,000 members
Substack Writers

Substack Writers is a group for writers who publish newsletters on Substack. For Substack writing tips, subscribe to our weekly newsletter or check out our Substack Course.

facebook · 4,915 members
r/writerchat

Check us out at #writerchat on irc.snoonet.org, or visit the wiki to learn how to chat with fellow writers

reddit · 4,600 members · est. 2016
Study Hall Slack

A digital community and resource hub for media workers and newsletter creators.

slack · 4,500 members
Newsletter Creators

A group for newsletter creators to connect with each other to share tips, ask questions, get feedback, and help each other out.

facebook · 4,200 members · est. 2018
National Association of Black Journalists

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides innovative, quality programs and services to its members. The organization advocates on behalf of Black journalists and media professionals in the U.S. and worldwide. NABJ’s membership is more than 4,000 strong and includes emerging journalists, professional journalists, student journalists, journalism educators and media professionals of all kinds.

4,000 members · est. 1975
RPR - Roleplay Repository

A community providing tools for roleplayers to organize characters and worlds, alongside public forums for genre-specific RP.

4,000 members
Pune Writers' Group

Pune Writers' Group is an independent community of writers practicing the craft of writing since 2014. We meet and write together and, discuss literature, art, society, and science four times a week. Via Google Meet on Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays. And on Thursdays, in person, at Pagdandi, Pune, India.

meetup · 3,000 members
Merrative

Merrative is a community of 5000+ avid readers to discuss ideas from digital literature like books, news, articles and research papers, together.

2,788 members · est. 2020
Online News Association Community

The Online News Association is a nonprofit membership organization for digital journalists — connecting journalism, technology and innovation.

slack · 2,762 members
The Creative Academy for Writers

The Creative Academy for Writers offers online coaching, forums, workshops and accountability. We welcome authors from all stages in their author journey from multi-published bestsellers to those just starting out. Our group includes writers from various fiction genres, as well as non-fiction, memoir, bloggers and more. The Creative Academy community is like having a writer’s conference available to you—from the emotional support, to the craft tips, to the business advice—it’s all here for you, today and every day.

mighty-networks · 2,500 members · est. 2018
Happily Ever Authors (Free)

Happily Ever Authors (Free) is a Skool community focused on writing and related topics.

skool · 2,196 members
Gather Community

Join an international community of engaged journalists and find others in your region! Access to members-only content including Lightning Chats from the past three years! Participate in our active Slack workgroup (over 400 weekly active members)! Receive our weekly newsletter with 1900 other engaged journalists!

slack · 1,900 members
Asian American Journalists Association

The Asian American Journalists Association is a professional membership association founded in 1981 by a group of AAPI journalists seeking to support one another and to encourage more AAPIs to pursue journalism. Today, we continue to champion the development of AAPI representation and leadership in journalism through trainings, opportunities, and resources for our members as well as through nurturing and maintaining a network and community of AAPI journalists globally.

1,500 members · est. 1981
The Novel Club

The Novel Club is a Skool community focused on writing and related topics.

skool · 1,423 members
London Writers' Salon

The writing community you've been looking for. Daily writing sessions. Weekly writer interviews and workshops. Expert coaching and peer accountability. The most encouraging and supportive writing community on the planet. Writers of all kinds are welcome.

circle · 1,000 members · est. 2019
Storytellers' Circle

A thriving community of writers and roleplayers offering a space for collaborative storytelling and creative writing.

1,000 members
Hackmamba Creators

We are a technical writing agency on the journey of creating one of the biggest technical writing community. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned technical writer, we provide all the resources you need to advance to the next level!

discord · 812 members
Absolute Write Discord

Absolute Write is a popular writing forum. It's undergoing a transition, and some of the community is hanging out on Discord. Why not join them?

discord · 658 members
The CopyThinkers Community

The Copy Matrix course. It’ll teach you how to see the copy matrix through awareness/sophistication levels to… Write ANY COPY for different awareness levels to convert MUCH more! Show you REAL ads that are running NOW for each awareness level! And… Give you a specific list of ideas to write about in each level! Convert prospects from one level to the next to the next!

skool · 645 members
From Written to Recommended

A writing and publishing community for authors looking for growth and achievement. We'll push you to be your best, get shit done, and keep forward momentum — on your timeline, at your speed. No shaming, no competition, just encouragement, goals and understanding.

205 members · est. 2020
Aldermore - Freeform Roleplay

17+ freeform medieval fantasy roleplay with a low magic setting. Focuses on social roleplay and exploration within a unique homebrew fantasy city.

discord · 148 members
Ken

On Ken, we want to make the dream of the internet come true: free exchange of knowledge and ideas.

117 members · est. 2021
Author Ever After

Author Ever After is an intimate and supportive community for passionate, aspiring romance authors and writers. With weekly live masterminds and writing sessions, step-by-step tutorials, access to bestselling romance author mentors and a network of supportive peer writers. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with you and support your every step in becoming a published romance author.

circle · 25 members · est. 2022
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Chronicles

An online forum dedicated to science fiction and fantasy writing

Scribophile

Scribophile is a respectful online writing workshop and writer’s community. Writers of all skill levels join to improve each other’s work with thoughtful critiques and by sharing their writing experience. We’re the writing group to join if you want to find beta readers, get the best feedback around, learn how to get published, and be a part of the friendliest and most successful writing workshop online.

Critique Circle

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

est. 2003
The Next Big Writer

TheNextBigWriter, launched in 2005, combines a dynamic community of thousands of writers with cutting-edge tools, contests, classes, and communication to help members achieve their writing goals. By joining the site, you can: Receive Feedback. Post your writing and receive detailed feedback from other workshop members. Discover and Learn from Others. Discover, read, and critique the in-progress writing of other members. Help them and learn from the process. Leaving feedback isn't hard and we'll help you. Connect with Other Writers. Meet and connect with other writers to share information, tips, and make friends. Some have even found love amidst reading and reviewing. Get Motivated. Enter contests and challenges like the Strongest Start Competition to keep you motivated to write and edit. Keep Control. Posting on the site keeps your writing within our password environment. You can restrict it further or open it up to the entire Internet for more exposure if you choose.

est. 2015
#WritingCommunity

A Twitter hashtag dedicated to bringing together the Twitter Writing community

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Critters

Critters is a member of the Critique.org family of on-line workshops/critique groups, and is for serious writers of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror. You get your work critiqued in exchange for critiquing the work of others, both of which are invaluable ways to improve your writing.

est. 1996
Writer Hangout

Writer Hangout: The worldwide writers community on Slack. Join writers from around the world to discuss, review, critique, inspire, learn, grow, and connect.

slack · est. 2015
Writers of Color

Hello writers, editors, colleagues, comrades – Don’t you hate when editors use “I don’t know enough writers of color” as an excuse to back up the homogeneity of their publications? We do too. Here’s a fix, brought to you by Durga Chew-Bose, Jazmine Hughes, Vijith Assar, and Buster Bylander. Need someone to cover politics? Here you go. A correspondent in Chicago? We’ve got you covered. We aim to create more visibility for writers of color, ease their access to publications, and build a platform that is both easy for editors to use and accurately represents the writers. The response so far has been overwhelming (thank you!) and we welcome further feedback from both camps, but please realize that this site is run by volunteers and is a work in progress. We still need help fixing mistakes and keeping things running smoothly. Email us if you’re interested in lending a hand, or have suggestions, or just to say hello. If you are hiring, taking pitches, or trying to fill freelance slots, let us know and we’ll retweet you. We also maintain a public Twitter list of all our writers, and we’ve shared the code behind this site on GitHub in case you’d like to set up something similar for a different group or industry. Keep flexing.

Journalists of Color

You’ve found us! We are a community of Journalists of Color aka JOCs, and this website is for you – the public – to peruse, find out what we’re all about and maybe even join us. We are dedicated to growing and expanding this community, and its conversations and opportunities. We’ve already branched out from Slack to a couple of meetups on the East and West coasts. So stay tuned because we’re just getting started.We founded this group to put Journalists of Color in the same "room" (you know, so you’re not the only one.) And having a Slack team allows us to branch out and create infinite rooms to discuss a variety of topics, collaborate on projects or chat/scheme/vent privately via direct messages or private groups. Allies: While we appreciate your support, this space is for us. Check out our resources tab for more ways to encourage diversity.

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Mirror

Mirror is the next big change in the long history of symbolic communication. Through a decentralized, user-owned, crypto-based network, Mirror’s publishing platform revolutionizes the way we express, share and monetize our thoughts. Joining Mirror does not only make you a community member. It makes you a co-owner of the platform. As a result, our platform is a sum of our contributors. Let's $WRITE.

KidLit Writers of Color

Follow, like, RT, and buy from writers of color and Native/Indigenous writers in kidlit!

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National Association of Hispanic Journalists

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists is the leading organization for Latinos in the media. We are dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Latinos in the news industry, plus excellence in coverage of the entire Latino community.

Thinking Funny

A humor and comedy writing community. Thinking Funny aspires to reach, to teach, and to foster writers who think it’s possible to write comedy that isn’t cruel. The Humorists' Club Forum is a place to meet humor-writers of all sorts and stages of development.

PDF Redaction

The Pdf Redaction subreddit is a community dedicated to discussing tools, techniques, and best practices for securely redacting information from PDF documents. It welcomes questions, troubleshooting, software recommendations, and user experiences related to removing sensitive data while preserving document integrity. Members range from professionals handling confidential files to individuals seeking simple solutions for privacy and compliance.

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r/KeepWriting

A subreddit for writers to discuss craft, share work, and build community around creative writing including poetry.

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AllPoetry

AllPoetry is an online poetry community with forums, live events, and resources for poets. Connect with other poets and share your work.

Hello Poetry

Hello Poetry is a platform for sharing poetry and connecting with poets. Submit poems and discover work from the community.

r/Substack

A dedicated community for Substack writers to share tips and support.

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Freelance Opportunities

Daily freelance job postings and project opportunities for writers, designers, developers, and marketers.

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Writing Contest

A community for writers to participate in writing contests, share feedback, and improve their craft.

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Deep Words

A group for writers and poets to share their work, get constructive feedback, and connect with fellow wordsmiths.

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Academic Writing

A support group for academic writers and researchers to discuss论文 writing, citations, and publishing strategies.

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Paid Projects

A group posting paid writing projects, client opportunities, and content creation gigs for freelance writers.

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