Top Websites for Writers: 10 Online Writing Communities





Top Websites for Writers: 10 Online Writing Communities

1. CAMP NANOWRIMO
campnanowrimo.org

Conceived as the “summer camp” version of November’s National Novel Writing Month, Camp NaNoWriMo facilitates a virtual writing retreat each April and July to help you reach your writing goals. Bunk with up to 19 other writers in “cabins” to create your personal writing community, and stop using “waiting till November” as an excuse to put off finishing your novel.

2. CRITIQUE CIRCLE
critiquecircle.com

No matter your genre, you’ll receive thoughtful, thorough feedback at Critique Circle. This community— 3,000-plus active members—thrives on a point system that requires members to write a critique before even submitting a story (becoming a premium member for $10/month allows you to skip this step, but you’re still required to offer critiques later on). Critiques must be thorough, too: You’ll be “graded” by authors on the strength of your feedback.

3. CRITTERS WORKSHOP
critters.org

Share and earn feedback on your works-in-progress from this writing community that’s welcomed novices and published authors alike since 1995. The site mandates that every one of its members (numbering in the thousands) submit critiques, ensuring involvement in an active, vibrant community.

4. FICTIONAUT
fictionaut.com

“Part self-selecting magazine, part community network,” Fictionaut operates as a sort of literary-journal alternative, allowing writers to upload short stories, poetry and more in hopes of fostering a place where writers and readers can connect through literary endeavors.




5. INTERNET WRITING WORKSHOP
internetwritingworkshop.org

Give and receive feedback on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting via this site’s email-hosted critique groups. Joining is easy: Just send an introductory email listing your writing and reading interests, and site moderators will add you to a workshop group that matches your interests.

6. STORYADAY
storyaday.org

This site’s month-long challenges to write a short story every day of the week are its hallmark, but the writing prompts, Serious Writer’s Accountability Groups, StoryADay podcast, productivity resources and more are equally beneficial.



7. WATTPAD
wattpad.com

Join a community of more than 45 million writers and readers to share your works-in-progress, one chapter at a time. A social platform made for writers, stories gain attention in the community through votes and comments. Plus, for many independent authors, success on Wattpad has translated into a book deal.

8. THE WRITERS CHAT ROOM
writerschatroom.com

During the biweekly live discussions on The Writers Chat Room, you’ll glean helpful advice for every genre and experience level on topics spanning grammar, critiques, query letters and more. Sign up for the newsletter for more helpful advice and to ensure you don’t miss any “Celebrity Sundays”: live chats with notable authors like Gennita Low and Mary SanGiovanni who share their publishing advice and writing tips.

9. THE WRITING COOPERATIVE
writingcooperative.com

The Writing Cooperative, operated through Medium, helps writers get paid for their work by earning “claps” from site members, then sending a portion of that member’s $5 monthly fee to you. The website also gathers on Slack for discussions, writing challenges and critiques on the go.

10. THE YOUNG WRITERS SOCIETY
youngwriterssociety.com

Formed to promote creative writing among aspiring authors, this site encourages young writers 13 and up to share their poetry, short stories, and novel chapters. For additional space to discuss writing related topics, check out the Creativity Corner on the forums, or join one of the themed clubs for entry into a regular community.

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