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SUMMARY:Talk with Angela Clarke - Authors with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next online meet-up on Thursday 27 August from 2pm. \nIn August\, author Angela Clarke is joining us to talk about her experiences as a disabled author and screenwriter. She will share how she navigates the industry\, requests access requirements and negotiates deadlines while living with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome III. \nAngela is a best-selling novelist and screenwriter. She’s delighted her latest psych thriller The Anniversary Party (Hachette\, 2025) is an Amazon number one bestseller in Serial Killers\, and plans to get that ranking printed on a t-shirt. She is the author of On My Life (Hachette\, 2019)\, the Social Media Murders Series including Trust Me (HarperCollins\, 2017)\, Watch Me (HarperCollins\, 2016)\, and Follow Me (HarperCollins\, 2015). She also wrote the humorous memoir Confessions of a Fashionista (Penguin Random House\, 2013). Follow Me was named Amazon’s Rising Star Debut January 2016\, longlisted for the Crime Writer’s Association Dagger in the Library 2016\, and shortlisted for the Dead Good Page Turner Award 2016. For screen Angela has written on childrens’\, crime and drama developments and shows for AMC\, Netflix\, BBC\, Channel 4\, CBeebies and BBC Sounds. Two of her novels have been optioned for television adaptation.  A sufferer of the rare genetic condition Ehlers Danlos Syndrome III\, Angela is passionate about bringing disabled talent and stories into the industry. She also wishes there were more mirrors in accessible toilets\, so she could check her hair before meetings. \nAbout the Authors with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses Network  \nThe Authors with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses network is a member-led peer support network aims to break feelings of isolation by connecting authors facing common experiences\, in an online community that offers continuing professional and personal support. \nWe run monthly get-togethers using Zoom\, where you can chat informally online with others. Depending on your computer or device\, you can take part either using audio or video. Please let us know if you have any specific needs that will help you take part. \nOur primary aim is to offer a friendly and supportive space where you can feel safe to ask questions\, share experiences\, offer advice\, and make new connections. For more information\, visit our Network page here. \nOur online meet-ups are free to attend for ADCI Network members only. To join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form. We’ll send you an email with a link to join us on Zoom. \nIf the confirmation email doesn’t arrive in your inbox\, please check your junk mail folder!  \nIf you have any access questions please contact us at disabledauthors@gmail.com
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/talk-with-angela-clarke-authors-with-disabilities-and-chronic-illnesses-network-meeting-270826/
CATEGORIES:#SoAatHome,ADCI,Authors with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elsa Woodmeade":MAILTO:ewoodmeade@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/talk-with-angela-clarke-authors-with-disabilities-and-chronic-illnesses-network-meeting-270826/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T135648Z
CREATED:20260122T125417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T135648Z
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SUMMARY:Warwickshire Group: Friday Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the Warwickshire Group on Friday 28 August from 10am for a coffee and a brainstorm session with fellow local authors.  \nWe’ll meet at Boston Tea Party\, 1A Clarendon Avenue\, Leamington Spa\, CV32 5QU. Several tables will be reserved for us at the back of the coffee shop which is accessible for wheelchairs. On-street parking or Covent Garden multi-storey car park is close by and there are plenty of bus stops too. \nAll members welcome from the surrounding area! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/warwickshire-group-friday-forum-280826/
LOCATION:Boston Tea Party (Leamington Spa)\, Clarendon Avenue\, Royal Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignaty Dyakov":MAILTO:hello@lifesensei.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T132626Z
CREATED:20260511T082718Z
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SUMMARY:Belfast & Beyond meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our next coffee catch up on Saturday 29 August from 2pm as we continue to develop our vibrant SoA network across Belfast & Beyond! \nWe aim to bring together writers\, illustrators and literary translators to find inspiration\, support and community. These meet-ups are a friendly\, informal opportunity to connect and chat with local SoA members. Who are they? What are they up to? \nSoA members are encouraged to come along and expand their community in a supportive environment. At these meet-ups members can hear about the work of others\, share their own thoughts or simply chat about the weather. On the day just look out for your local SoA host Frances McVeigh and other members who will be stopping by for a chat. All welcome! \nOur next coffee catch up will take place at The Seamus Heaney Centre\, 38-40 University Road\, Belfast\, BT7 1NJ. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \nWith your help we would like to roll out local coffee catch ups on a more regular basis across Northern Ireland for 2026.  Are you based in Antrim or Down and would you like to host one in your local area? Then reach out to Elsa Woodmeade at localgroups@societyofauthors.org for more information.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/belfast-beyond-meet-up-290826/
LOCATION:The Seamus Heaney Centre\, 38-40 University Road\, Belfast\, BT7 1NJ
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up,Society of Authors in Northern Ireland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frances McVeigh":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T090909Z
CREATED:20260723T090141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T090909Z
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SUMMARY:East Riding of Yorkshire Group meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the East Riding of Yorkshire Group on Saturday 29th August from 2pm for their next in-person meeting. Come along for a drink and a chat about all things writerly. \nThis session is for us to get to know one another and our local SoA community\, make connections and exchange ideas. We’d also like to know what members would like from the group and format of the sessions\, so please come with your ideas to share. \nAll members welcome from the surrounding area! \nWe will meet at The Sunn Inn\, Beverley 1 Flemingate\, Beverley HU17 0NP. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \n 
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/east-riding-of-yorkshire-group-meet-up-290826/
LOCATION:The Sunn Inn\, Beverley 1 Flemingate\, Beverley\, HU17 0NP
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T082859Z
CREATED:20260819T102230Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Borders Group: Writing Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:Join the Scottish Borders Group on Monday 31 August from 10am for a meet-up in Kelso. \nOur schedule is an hour-long social followed by an hour to discuss one of the Society’s templates for Local Groups\, which will be Writing Then and Now. \nWe will meet at the Ice Rink Bistro\, Abbotseat\, Kelso\, TD5 7SL. \nRefreshments are available. \nAll members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \nPlease contact group organiser Iona McGregor with any questions.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/scottish-borders-group-writing-then-and-now-310826/
LOCATION:The Ice Rink Bistro\, Abbotseat\, Kelso\, TD5 7SL
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iona McGregor":MAILTO:mcgregor.iona@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260821T085315Z
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SUMMARY:North Wales Group: Summer debrief
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Wales Group online on Tuesday 1 September from 5pm for our next online meeting. \nOur next Zoom meeting will be an opportunity to meet other members of the group and chat about how our summer has been.  Do join us.    \nAll members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/north-wales-group-summer-debrief-010926/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up,Society of Authors in Wales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/north-wales-group-summer-debrief-010926/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260901T092019Z
CREATED:20260825T094451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092019Z
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SUMMARY:POSPONED Dunfermline and West Fife first meeting
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE! \nJoin our Dunfermline and West Fife Group for our first meet-up with new organiser Jak Reid-Matharu on Wednesday 2 September at 1pm. We’ll meet at Louie Browns\, 18 Regents Way\, Dalgety Bay\, Dunfermline\, KY11 9UY.  \nThis first session is for us to get to know one another and our local SoA community\, make connections and exchange ideas. We’d also like to know what members would like from the group and format of the sessions\, so please come with your ideas to share.  \nAll members welcome from the surrounding area\, although capacity is low\, so do book quickly! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/dunfermline-and-west-fife-first-meeting-020926/
LOCATION:Louie Browns Dunfermline\, 18 Regents Way\, Dalgety Bay\, Dunfermline\, KY11 9UY
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260729T153540Z
CREATED:20260729T151801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T153540Z
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SUMMARY:Group Chat: Carers Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online meet-up on Wednesday 2 September at 2pm.  \nAs we restart our quarterly group chats join us for an informal virtual get-together. This will be a chance to chat to one another and to meet the network co-ordinators\, Robyn Law and Andy Lapham.   \nThese meetings are not recorded to allow for privacy and open discussion. If you have any questions you want support with\, please bring them along to the meeting.  \nAbout the Carers Network   \nThe SoA Carers’ Network supports members who also have caring responsibilities to keep in touch with their professional community\, to keep working and to help each other through difficult times.  \nThere are lots of organisations\, such as Carers UK and Carers Trust that offer practical help\, advice and support to carers. The aim of our network is to offer support to SoA members\, helping them to keep working whilst fulfilling their caring responsibilities.  \nMembers of our network have different caring roles\, responsibilities and experiences\, but they have one thing in common: they’re SoA members.  \nWe run quarterly get-togethers using Zoom\, where you can chat informally online with others. Depending on your computer or device\, you can take part either using audio or video. Please let us know if you have any specific needs that will help you take part.  \nOur online meet-ups are free to attend for Carers Network members only. To join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form. We’ll send you an email with a link to join us on Zoom.  \nIf the confirmation email doesn’t arrive in your inbox\, please check your junk mail folder!   \nIf you have any access questions please contact us at rlaw@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/group-chat-carers-network-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:#SoAatHome,Carers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Law":MAILTO:rlaw@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/group-chat-carers-network-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T113723Z
CREATED:20260721T091008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T113723Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Tufnell Park Writers: Drinks & Nibbles
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE\, THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED \nJoin the Tufnell Park Writers for their next meeting on Wednesday 2 September from 3pm near the Bandstand (by the Parliament Hill Cafe) on Hampstead Heath\, NW5 1QR. \nPlease note: Our talk with Jonathan Pollock has now been postponed until The Lord Palmerston has completed refurbishment.  \nAs the weather looks fine mid next week – rather than the full picnic we are going to do drinks and nibbles from 15.00 -19.00 at our usual spot on Hampstead Heath. \nPlease bring enough drink for yourself and a snack to share. Should you wish to bring a little extra drink to share you are most welcome but are not obliged to. \nTop Tip: Bring a chair to sit on – it works wonders! \nIn the event of Rain forecast we will be having a summer social in the Pub at the usual time of 7pm – if in doubt please check your email after 8pm the night before – I will of course warn you ahead of that if it looks likely to change. \n(It will NOT be the Lord Palmerston the pub details will go out with the rain notification) \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \nPlease contact member-volunteer group organiser Jon-Jon Jones with any questions about the event.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/event-changed-tufnell-park-writers-drinks-nibbles-020626/
LOCATION:Hamspstead Heath\, London\, Greater London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jon-Jon Jones":MAILTO:jonjonwriting@yahoo.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T142905Z
CREATED:20260820T113246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T142905Z
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SUMMARY:Rescheduled - Ireland Group online meet-up
DESCRIPTION:***Please note this meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday 2 September at 7pm.*** \nJoin the Ireland Group for our next online meet-up on Wednesday 2 September at 7pm. We’ll meet on Zoom. \nFollowing the success of our last meeting\, in this next session we will continue to make connections and exchange ideas. \nAs discussed previously\, a Google document has been made for members of the group to share their suggestions as to what we might discuss in meetings\, both next week and going forward. You can access this here. \nAll members welcome from the surrounding area! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/ireland-group-online-meet-up-260826/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/ireland-group-online-meet-up-260826/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T135914Z
CREATED:20240112T125413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T135914Z
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SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Group: Shut Up and Write!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oxfordshire Group on Thursday 3 September from 10am for an online writing session alongside other authors in your area. \nWriting can be lonely and sometimes it’s difficult to self-motivate\, so this event is an opportunity to meet other writers\, share updates on your work\, and progress your own writing projects in company. It’s a collegiate and focused space to get work done at the same time as providing a low-stakes environment in which to meet other writers. We look forward to seeing you there! \nSchedule: \n10am: welcomes and goal-setting \n10.15am: silent writing (cameras off if preferred) \n11am: check-in and a cup of tea \n11.15am: second writing session \n12pm: check in and chat \n12.30pm: end \nAll members welcome! \nTo join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form to receive the Zoom joining details online. Please contact us with any questions.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/oxfordshire-group-shut-up-and-write-030926/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice Little":MAILTO:fiction@alicelittle.co.uk
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/oxfordshire-group-shut-up-and-write-030926/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T110050Z
CREATED:20260818T110050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T110050Z
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SUMMARY:Swansea Group online: The books that inspire us
DESCRIPTION:Join the Swansea Group on Thursday 3 September from 7pm for our next online meeting. \nIn this meeting\, we will be discussing the books that inspire us. In advance of the discussion\, members are asked to think of one book that’s helped them most with their writing\, or taught them what writing can be\, or made them re-think reading. We will then share our choices on the evening. \nWe’ll meet on Zoom. \nAll members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/swansea-group-online-the-books-that-inspire-us-030926/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/swansea-group-online-the-books-that-inspire-us-030926/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260818T133349Z
CREATED:20260818T133224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T133349Z
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SUMMARY:North West London Group: Writers' Surgery
DESCRIPTION:Join the North West London Group for its next meet-up on Thursday 3 September from 7pm at Kensal Rise Library\, Bathurst Gardens\, London NW10 5EU. \nAt this meeting\, we will be hosting a Writers’ Surgery. Share your writing problems or queries and we’ll endeavour to help one another find solutions. \nBring your own drinks and snacks — wine glasses\, cups\, mugs\, and hot water will be available (bring your tea/coffee bags\, alcoholic drinks also allowed). The toilet is wheelchair accessible\, and there is free wi-fi. \nIf you know of local writers who may be interested in the group\, do invite them along. They can attend up to two meetings before being asked to join the SoA to continue attending. \nKensal Rise Library is within walking distance of Kensal Rise Station (Mildmay Line) and Kensal Green Station (Bakerloo + Lioness Line) and bus routes 6\, 18\, 28\, 52\, and 187. There is free residential street parking in the area but spaces are limited. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/north-west-london-group-writers-surgery-030926/
LOCATION:Kensal Rise Library\, Bathurst Gardens\, London\, NW10 5EU
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T114119Z
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SUMMARY:Manchester Group: Scams
DESCRIPTION:Join the Manchester Group on Friday 4 September from 10am for our next in person catch-up. \nIn the first part of this meeting\, we will be focusing on scams; we will discuss how to spot them\, how to avoid them\, and each share our personal experiences of writerly scams. Do come along with tales to share. \nThe second half of this meeting will be a chance for us to share our most recent projects and end of year aims. Please bring anything you are currently working on. \nWe’ll meet at The Social Refuge\, 27 Ancoats Street\, Manchester\, M4 5AJ who kindly lets us meet in a private room in the book/coffee shop for free. All they ask is that we purchase a tea/coffee/piece of cake to support their business. \nWe’ll meet from 10am – 12pm\, with the option to stay for a drink after. \nAll members welcome. We hope to see you there! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/manchester-group-scams-040926/
LOCATION:Social Refuge\, 27 Great Ancoats Street\, Manchester\, M4 5AJ
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260820T102624Z
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SUMMARY:Monmouth Group catch-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Monmouth group on Friday 4 September from 11am for a catch-up and discussion. \nFollowing our August picnic\, it’s back to our usual venues and a slightly more formal meeting. On the agenda this time: \n\nProgramme for the rest of 2026 and early 2027\nNews e.g. Muse (Bonnie Hawkins’ latest venture)\, AI\, bookfairs\, anything you would like to bring to the discussion\nSoA issues\n\nWe will first be meeting from 11am for a coffee and catch up at Creates Bistro\, 7 Church Street\, Monmouth NP25 3BX before having the 12pm meeting at Monmouth Library and Community Hub\, Whitecross Street\, NP25 3BY.  \nBring your own lunch. There are tea and coffee making facilities at the Library. \nPlease register and come along. We’d really like to see you. \nIf you haven’t been before\, both venues are close together in the centre of Monmouth not far from the Glendower St carpark. Come and join us for a chat. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/monmouth-group-catch-up-040926/
LOCATION:Monmouth Library\, Monmouth Library\, Whitecross Street\, Monmouth\, NP25 3BY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up,Society of Authors in Wales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260905T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260905T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T150619Z
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SUMMARY:Writers of Essex: Writing for Creativity\, Wellbeing and Healing with Michelle Heighway
DESCRIPTION:Join the Writers of Essex on Saturday 5 September from 12pm for our next online meeting\, ‘Poetry as Personal Practice: Writing for Creativity\, Wellbeing and Healing with Michelle Heighway’. \n \nPoetry has the power to help us slow down\, reconnect with ourselves and discover our authentic voice. In this interactive session\, poet and filmmaker Michelle Heighway shares her personal creative practice and how poetry became a powerful tool for navigating grief\, finding meaning and improving wellbeing. \nThrough breathing exercises\, mindfulness\, journaling\, nature\, photography and simple writing prompts\, Michelle explores how creativity can help us enter a positive flow state\, overcome creative blocks and transform everyday moments into poetry. Alongside readings from her collection Step Into My Flow\, she shares practical techniques to inspire your own writing\, ending with a gentle poetry exercise and the opportunity to reflect and share. \nWhether you’re an experienced writer or just beginning\, this session will leave you feeling inspired\, connected and ready to write. \nAll members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/writers-of-essex-writing-for-creativity-wellbeing-and-healing-with-michelle-heighway-050926/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/writers-of-essex-writing-for-creativity-wellbeing-and-healing-with-michelle-heighway-050926/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T150740Z
CREATED:20250108T090059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T150740Z
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SUMMARY:Writers of Colour Network online meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Writers of Colour Network on Monday 7 September from 11am for a member-led networking session\, hosted by members Jenny Mitchell and Durre Shahwar and moderated by Sophia Jackson\, Head of Events and Engagement\, and Rose Hensher\, Grants and Prizes Administrator. Come along and get to know your fellow authors! \nMeeting structure \n\n30 minutes – Whole group discussion: What do we want from this group? \n30 minutes – Breakout rooms to get to know other members in smaller groups.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nWriters of Colour Network\nThe Writers of Colour Network is an informal\, member-led network established in 2026 for authors\, illustrators and translators of colour to meet\, chat and share their experiences through online networking meetings. To join the mailing list and be kept up to date on the network’s events and activities\, please email membership@societyofauthors.org. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/writers-of-colour-network-online-meet-up-070926/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Underrepresented Writers Networks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260811T112637Z
CREATED:20260716T090144Z
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SUMMARY:Surrey Group: Booksellers and Bookselling in the 21st Century and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join the Surrey Group on Tuesday 8 September from 12pm for their next meeting to hear from Max Gwynne\, Area Commercial Expert at Waterstones\, on the importance of booksellers and bookselling in the 21st century and beyond. \nThe talk will cover: \n\nThe current state of global reading and trends\, the situation of libraries and wider cultural funding cuts\, the rise of online alternatives to bookshops/libraries and the dangers. Bookshops/Booksellers roles in combating these issues.\nHow effective bookshops work. The critical role of great\, proactive service and a sharing of passions; seeking to further ingrain the love of books into our public culture and future generations.\nIntelligent recommendations and tailoring our suggestions wisely. Waterstones’ efforts to lead the way in carving out new bestselling titles and authors (BOTM\, Debut Prize\, BOTY etc).\nCurrent drive to improve bookseller wider knowledge\, especially in Non-Fiction – my role as a Commercial Expert in driving that.\nRelationship between booksellers and authors\, authors and publishers\nRise in book sales in general\, bookseller’s passions only growing\, rise of social media trends and ‘BookTok’ and bookselling in the future\n\nWe will meet at The Seahorse\, 52-54 The Street\, Shalford\, Guildford\, GU4 8BU. All writerly and bookish guests welcome. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \nPlease email member-volunteer Howard Matthews with any questions.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/surrey-group-booksellers-and-bookselling-in-the-21st-century-and-beyond-080926/
LOCATION:The Seahorse\, 52-54 The Street\, Guildford\, GU4 8BU
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260717T140320Z
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SUMMARY:Hertfordshire Writers online meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join Hertfordshire Writers on Tuesday 8 September from 7.30pm for our next online social meet-up. \nIn each meeting\, we focus on a particular theme\, inviting an open discussion on literary-focused topics. So come along for a catch up and some writerly chat! \nAs always\, all members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/hertfordshire-writers-online-meet-up-080926/
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
LOCATION:https://societyofauthors.org/event/hertfordshire-writers-online-meet-up-080926/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T140649Z
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SUMMARY:Warwickshire Group: Creative Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:Join the Warwickshire Group on Wednesday 9 September from 10am for an informal session to come together and work on our various projects – bring your laptop or notebook! We’ll spend 5-10 minutes at the start of the meeting to set our individual goals\, then everyone will concentrate on their work before reconvening at 11.50 to share what we have achieved.  \nWe will meet at Café Desa\, 3 Regent Grove\, Leamington Spa\, CV32 4NY. Free to attend\, but everyone is asked to buy a drink or two (and a snack if you fancy) from the cafe as they kindly allow us to use their space for free. On-street parking in Regent Grove or Hamilton Terrace\, bike racks are 50 yards away by the town hall or a bus stop is just round the corner on The Parade. \nAll members welcome from the surrounding area! \nTo join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form so we have an idea of how many people are planning to attend. Please contact us with any questions.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/warwickshire-group-creative-coffee-morning-090926/
LOCATION:Café Desa\, Regent Grove 3\, Royal Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32 5AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T151802Z
CREATED:20250108T090059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T151802Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writers Network online meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the LGBTQ+ Writers Network on Wednesday 9 September from 6.30pm for a member-led networking session. Come along and get to know your fellow authors! \nMeeting structure \n\n5-10 minutes – Welcome to the session and lightning introduction round.\n20 minutes – Whole group discussion on the theme\, ‘Writing identities different from your own’.\n20 minutes – Genre-specific breakout rooms to chat with members in smaller groups about your experiences.\n5-10 minutes – ‘Writers Wins’\, sharing achievements from our writing lives.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nLGBTQ+ Writers Network\nThe LGBTQ+ Writers Network is an informal\, member-led network established in 2026 for LGBTQ+ authors\, illustrators and translators to meet\, chat and share their experiences through online networking meetings. To join the mailing list and be kept up to date on the network’s events and activities\, please email membership@societyofauthors.org. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/lgbtq-network-online-meet-up-090926/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Underrepresented Writers Networks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T140319Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Group meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Edinburgh group on Wednesday 9 September from 7pm for a writerly catch up. \nMeet fellow authors in your area\, share your latest projects and what you’re currently working on. Don’t worry if you haven’t been to a meet-up before – come along and say hello!  \nWe will meet at Argonaut Books\, 15-17 Leith Walk\, Edinburgh\, EH6 8LN. \nAll members welcome. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/edinburgh-group-meet-up-090926/
LOCATION:Argonaut Books\, 15-17 Leith Walk\, Edinburgh\, EH6 8LN
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T092705Z
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SUMMARY:Brighton and Hove Group: Talk with Stephen Clarke
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brighton and Hove Group on Thursday 10 September from 2pm for a talk with bestselling author Stephen Clarke\, whose extraordinary publishing journey began in 2004 with just 200 self-published copies of a novel\, sold around Paris from a shopping trolley! \nStephen Clarke is an entertaining speaker with invaluable experience of the international publishing market. He has written 31 books\, including the hugely successful A Year in the Merde series and UK number-one bestseller 1000 Years of Annoying the French\, and has experienced the publishing world from both sides. \nIn 2004\, after getting an agent but struggling to find a publisher\, Stephen took matters into his own hands and self-published A Year in the Merde. He sold copies himself in Paris and online\, eventually attracting the attention of literary agent Susanna Lea\, who held an auction between major publishers. The book went on to become a million-selling international hit\, with publishing rights sold around the world. Its sequel\, Merde Actually\, reached number one in the Bookseller’s chart. As a result\, Stephen was invited to do book tours of Europe\, the USA and Australia and New Zealand. \nSince then\, Stephen has gone on to write fiction\, history and humorous non-fiction\, drawing on his experiences of Britain\, France and life as a writer working in an international market. He has now gone back to self-publishing some of his books\, particularly if he thinks there is a niche market to be targeted (eg his latest history book\, Charles Frederick Worth\, the Englishman Who Invented Parisian Haute Couture). His journey from self-publishing an unknown novel to becoming an internationally published and bestselling author makes this a particularly fascinating opportunity for anyone interested in writing and publishing. \nCome along to hear Stephen talk about his career\, his experiences of publishing\, and what he has learned along the way. We’re sure it will be both entertaining and informative. \nWe’ll meet upstairs in The Regency Town House\, 13 Brunswick Square\, Hove\, BN3 1EH. Tea\, coffee and biscuits\, including gluten- and dairy-free options\, will be provided by group organiser Rebecca for a donation of £3 via SumUp. \nThe Regency Town House is a charity and lets us meet here very cheaply\, so please make a donation as you leave if you’re in a position to do so. \nAll members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org. \nTo ensure that volunteers provide enough chairs from the storeroom for everyone\, please email member-volunteer group organiser RebeccaERennie@gmail.com with any last-minute RSVPs or cancellations.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/brighton-and-hove-group-talk-with-stephen-clarke-100926/
LOCATION:The Regency Town House\, 13 Brunswick Square\, Hove\, BN3 1EH
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260717T133732Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Publishers Network: When to outsource and when to learn new skills
DESCRIPTION:*Please note the date of this meeting has changed from the 3 September to the 10 September.* \nJoin the Self-Publishers Network on Thursday 10 September from 7pm for a member-led discussion on outsourcing and learning new skills. We will consider questions such as: How do we learn the skills needed to self-publish? How do we decide what to do ourselves\, and what to outsource?  \nWe will go into small groups using breakout rooms on Zoom for you to meet fellow members\, chat and share advice. We’ll run two rounds of rooms for around 20 minutes each so you can meet a variety of authors\, then at the end we will feed back to the main group. \nMeeting structure \n\n10 minutes – Welcome and housekeeping\, answering any initial questions\n20 minutes – Breakout room to chat with members in smaller groups\n10 minutes – Catch up and remix the rooms\n20 minutes – Breakout room to chat with members in smaller groups\n30 minutes – Feed back to the main group\, closing discussion\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nAbout the Self-Publishers Network\nThe Self-Publishers Network is a member-led network connecting self-published authors to share experiences\, recommendations and advice. You can find out more about the network\, our upcoming meeting and SoA resources for self-publishers here. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/self-publishers-network-when-to-outsource-and-when-to-learn-new-skills-030926/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Self-Publishers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260805T082855Z
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SUMMARY:Bristol Group social meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bristol Group for an in person meet-up on Friday 11 September from 11am. We will meet in the café/bar area of Watershed\, 1 Canons Road\, Harbourside\, Bristol BS1 5TX. \nThis is a social meeting where we will catch up over a drink and have a chat about all things writerly. This meeting will be hosted by Elizabeth Haylett Clark\, Senior Contracts Advisor at the SoA\, and we will also be looking for a new member-volunteer organiser for the group. \nAll members welcome! \nTo join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form so we have an idea of how many people are planning to attend. Please contact us with any questions.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/bristol-group-social-meet-up-110926/
LOCATION:Watershed Cafe\, 1 Canon's Road\, Bristol\, BS1 5TX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T094054Z
CREATED:20260526T102058Z
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SUMMARY:West Midlands Group meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the West Midlands Group on Friday 11 September at 2pm for a catch-up at our next group meeting. This will just be a general chat to check in with everybody’s life and writing updates\, and will be hosted by group member Sally as Lucy and Sharon are unavailable. \nWe will meet at The Exchange\, 3 Centenary Square\, Birmingham B1 2DR\, opposite the Library of Birmingham. Drinks and snacks are available for purchase at the venue. \nDon’t worry if you haven’t been to a meet-up before – all members welcome! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/west-midlands-group-meet-up-110926/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, 3 Centenary Square\, Birmingham\, B1 2DR
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Groups":MAILTO:localgroups@societyofauthors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260818T115714Z
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SUMMARY:South East London Group catch up
DESCRIPTION:Join the South East London Group on Friday 11 September from 4pm for our next in person meet up.  \nMeet fellow authors in your area\, share your latest projects and what you’re currently working on. Don’t worry if you haven’t been to a meet-up before – come along and say hello!  \nWe will meet at Bell House\, 27 College Road\, Dulwich\, London SE21 7BG. Ring on the bell and we’ll let you in. Refreshments will be DIY\, so please bring your own drinks and snacks. \nAll members welcome! \nLocal Groups meetings are run by our wonderful volunteers\, who kindly give their time to support their local writing community. As such\, please be mindful of limitations on their time and capacity for running the group. \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/south-east-london-group-catch-up-110926/
LOCATION:Bell House\, 27 College Road\, Dulwich\, London\, SE21 7BG
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T104000
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SUMMARY:North East Group: Being Your Own Publisher
DESCRIPTION:Join the North East Group for our next meeting on Saturday 12 September\, doors open from 10.40am for an 11am start. The topic for the meeting is ‘Being your own publisher’\, with guest Caroline Corfield who writes science fiction novels and short stories\, along with non-fiction. \nCaroline Corfield   \nCaroline Corfield was born in Glasgow\, studied Physics\, and has had a career as a geophysicist working around the world on board seismic survey vessels belonging to an oilfield services company.  Recently\, Caroline graduated with a Distinction in her MA in Creative Writing from Hull University.  She continued to write for pleasure during her studies and her career as a geophysicist. Her science fiction short stories have been published in the British Science Fiction Association’s Fission #4 and #5 anthologies. She has also self-published four books set in a near-future inhabited Antarctica\, which were great fun to write and necessitated her becoming her own publisher. Caroline now lives on the edge of rural Northumberland. \nWe will meet at the Lit and Phil Library\, 23 Westgate Road (next to Bolbec Hall)\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE. It’s less than one minute from Newcastle Central Rail Station and the Central Station Metro. Turn right and walk for less than a minute\, and the Lit and Phil is on the corner of Westgate Road\, Orchard Street/Neville Street\, next to Neville Hall. \nWe look forward to seeing members at the event! Just a reminder to bring along spare change for a coffee or tea/biscuits at £2.00. \nLocal group meet-ups are free to attend. To join us\, click the Going button below and enter your details in the RSVP form so we know how many people to expect. If you run into any trouble registering or would like to cancel a registration\, please email localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/north-east-group-being-your-own-publisher-120926/
LOCATION:The Lit and Phil Library\, 23 Westgate Road\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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SUMMARY:CHANGE OF ROOM AND TIME: East Midlands Group Nottingham hybrid meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the East Midlands Group in-person and online on Saturday 12 September from 13:30 for an informal chat at our next social. This is a chance to meet fellow authors in your area\, share your latest projects\, and discuss what you’re currently working on. \n\nWe will also be catching up post book festival. \n\nWe will meet in person at The Boardroom\, The Broadway\, 14-18 Broad Street\, Nottingham NG1 3AL. We will also meet online\, on Zoom. Please RSVP for the link. \nDon’t worry if you haven’t been to a meet-up before – come along and say hello! \nTo attend the meeting\, click the Going button below and fill out the RSVP form. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, or have trouble signing up\, please contact localgroups@societyofauthors.org.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/east-midlands-group-nottingham-hybrid-meet-up-120926/
LOCATION:The Broadway Cinema
CATEGORIES:SoA local group meet-up
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SUMMARY:Professional Development - Book marketing on TikTok - the next steps
DESCRIPTION:This more advanced session focuses on taking things to the next level and growing on TikTok. If you’re already set up on the platform but want to use it more strategically\, you’re in the right place. Perhaps you’re struggling to connect with readers effectively\, or perhaps you’re looking for some fresh\, practical ideas for content that will have a real impact. \nJoin Communications specialist and author\, Anna Caig\, as she looks at how to integrate TikTok content creation into your routine and build a sustainable ongoing presence on the channel. \nThis session is for writers who are already set up on TikTok but would like to grow and give their book marketing there a boost\, as well as writers who’d like an injection of fresh ideas for using the platform strategically.  \n  \nOnline Professional Development events – free for SoA Members \nNot a member? Sign up here. \n  \nWhat will this session cover?\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\nTikTok formats – do you know your stitches from your duets? How to use different formats to best effect \nA practical content planning template – ideas\, inspiration and options for authors to take away and have a go at\nContent creation that fits into your routine – how to build a sustainable presence\nHow to work with existing BookTokers to promote your work.\n\n\n\n  \nProgramme\n\nWelcome\, introductions and housekeeping from Lilly Brend-Fish – Events & Engagement Manager\, SoA (3 mins)\nPresentation by Anna Caig (60 mins)\nComfort Break (5 mins)\nQ&A with audience (20 mins) \nSummary and closing comments (2 mins)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSend us your questions\nIf you would like to send questions in advance\, email Lilly Brend-Fish on LBrendfish@societyofauthors.org with ‘TikTok – the next steps’ in the subject header. We will prioritise questions sent in advance and answer as many as we can from the audience on the day. \n  \nThe Line-up\nAnna Caig\nAnna Caig trains creative people to do their own marketing\, running courses and working one-to-one with many writers. She’s worked in communications for over 20 years. Anna’s novel The Wise Witch of Orkney will be published in February 2026. She is obsessed with the hidden voices of women in history.  \nWebsite: annacaig.co.uk |Instagram: @AnnaCaig | TikTok: @AnnaCaig \n  \nAccessibility\n\nAttendees will have the option to turn on the live transcript\, to watch with subtitles\nIf you require BSL interpretation for this event\, please email events@societyofauthors.org\n\n  \nBooking\nSoA Members: Please use the ‘Register – SoA Members’ form below and provide your details\, including your membership number. If you’re unsure of your SoA ID\, please email info@societyofauthors.org. \nNon-members: Choose one of the two ticket options below\, complete the registration form\, then fill out the billing info to finalise your payment. \nFor event or registration questions\, email events@societyofauthors.org. \nSoA Members – Free \nNon-Members – £35 \n		\n					\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n							\n					\n													\n															\n								\n														\n												Accordion Title\n					\n					Accordion Content \n				\n							\n					\n													\n															\n								\n														\n												The Society of Authors’ Access Fund - donate now\n					\n					Giving authors support for travel\, subsistence\, childcare or access needs for events\, residencies\, and retreatsEvery contribution helps us ensure that these needs and costs aren’t barriers to authors wishing to access events. If you are in a position to help\, please donate via the link below. If you are an author facing access issues\, please click here to see if we can help. DONATE NOW\n				\n							\n					\n													\n															\n								\n														\n												SoA Fundraising Bookshop\n					\n					Browse our virtual Bookshop.org store featuring books by authors and speakers taking part in our events programme. When you make a purchase using our affiliate links\, a percentage will go to the Society of Authors’ Access Fund\, giving authors support for travel\, subsistence\, childcare or access needs for events\, residencies\, and retreats.
URL:https://societyofauthors.org/event/professional-development-book-marketing-on-tiktok-the-next-steps/
LOCATION:Online
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