Reading Writers

Who are Reading Writers?

readingwriters — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:00:29 +0000

Who are Reading Writers?We are a small and varied group of people of all ages who are united in our love for words.We encompass performance poets and stand-up comedians as well as writers of autobiography, local history, romantic fiction, crime fiction, science fiction, fantasy and just plain fiction.Some of us have been published, some are still looking for a publisher, and some of us just write for sheer joy.We believe first and foremost that writing is an activity to be enjoyed, and any further rewards are a bonus. Each of us is happy to give help and support to everybody else.

How do I join?

It’s as simple as turning up to one of our meetings. You will be made very welcome. You don’t have to pay anything straight away. You can attend, and play a full part in, two meetings free of charge. After that you will be asked to pay a subscription if you wish to continue attending.Of course, it’s an even better idea to make yourself known to us beforehand. To do this, telephone the Secretary, Don Louth, on 0118 978 4236. Or send an email to enquiry@readingwriters.org.uk.

When do we meet?

We meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month in a meeting room at RISC (Reading International Solidarity Centre) in London Street, Reading. The formal meeting starts at 7.45pm with the minutes, a platform for the successes of our members, and news. We try to keep these formalities as brief as possible so that we can move as quickly as possible to the business of the evening. The room is available from 7pm for informal conversation.The meeting closes at 10pm, but some members like to carry on more informally in the Great Expectations pub next door.

Welcome to 2008

readingwriters — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:56:55 +0000

The programme for 2008 is now up – come and join us.

We’re back

readingwriters — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:34:52 +0000

The programme restarts on Wednesday 12th September with a manuscript evening.

Writers’ Day

readingwriters — Wed, 16 May 2007 07:39:11 +0000

The Writers’ Day will be held on Saturday 19th May at St Sarak’s room, Sonning. This is the hall attached to Sonning church. Here is a map to help you find it.

http://www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?G2M?X=475540&Y=175505&A=Y&Z=3

Programme Change

readingwriters — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 21:06:49 +0000

Nick Louth’s “Self Publishing” workshop will now be part of the writer’s day programme on May 19th.

In its place on May 23rd we have Desert Island Library. If you were going to a desert island to get some peace and quiet for writing, which eight books (and one record) would you take with you for reference or inspiration?

Bring along your list, and a passage to read from one of the books.

March 14th

readingwriters — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 17:50:40 +0000

March 14th is manuscript night – come along with something to discuss.

Plotting Workshop

readingwriters — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 22:22:43 +0000

Andrew’s plotting workshop is on Feb 28th. Come along and learn how to build great plots.

Programme updated

readingwriters — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 18:36:59 +0000

I’ve just updated the 2007 programme with a small change in the order of the meetings.

Next Meeting

readingwriters — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 19:50:12 +0000

The next meeting will be on February 14th. It will be a manuscript evening. New members are welcome – bring along something you have written.