Saturdays · to Sat 31 Oct
The Wheeler Centre · Melbourne
protected time to write, quietly, alongside other writers
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One email the day before, with the ticket link and a nudge to rally the group chat.
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Your crew, sorted
See which mates are free for this, minus the group chat roll call.
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Hosted by Xanthea O'Connor, Shut Up and Write sessions at The Wheeler Centre are open to writers of all kinds – from novelists, poets, academics and journalists to anyone keen to get words on the page. There's no critiquing and no pressure to share your work; the emphasis is on carving out protected time to write within a supportive community.
Whether you’re starting something new or returning to a long-awaited draft, these sessions offer structure, camaraderie and the quiet motivation that comes from writing together.
Presented in partnership with Writers Victoria.
Quick answers
When is Shut Up and Write?
Saturdays, to Sat 31 Oct. There are 2 dates to pick from, listed above.
Where is it?
The Wheeler Centre, Melbourne, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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