The Fearless Novelist Online Group
A place where novelists come together to pursue a love affair with words and characters.
Who is the group for?
The Fearless Novelist group suits anyone who is actively writing a novel-length (50,000 words +) fiction story and is interested in connecting with other novelists online.
What the group offers
One of the most common praises for the group is that it provides motivation to continue on the sometimes lonely path of writing.
We are a friendly group that provides a non-threatening environment to nurture novelists. We cater for all novelists, from those who are just beginning their first project, through to those with a saleable manuscript.
Members:
* Help one another solve writing problems;
* Coach one another on various techniques;
* Share writing tips and industry information;
* Motivate and support one another; and
* Bounce ideas off one another.
Who is the group for?
The Fearless Novelist group suits anyone who is actively writing a novel-length (50,000 words +) fiction story and is interested in connecting with other novelists online.
What the group offers
One of the most common praises for the group is that it provides motivation to continue on the sometimes lonely path of writing.
We are a friendly group that provides a non-threatening environment to nurture novelists. We cater for all novelists, from those who are just beginning their first project, through to those with a saleable manuscript.
Members:
* Help one another solve writing problems;
* Coach one another on various techniques;
* Share writing tips and industry information;
* Motivate and support one another; and
* Bounce ideas off one another.
Join the Facebook Group
Apply to join the Facebook group here.
This group transcends timezone boundaries, in order to bring like-minded novelists together.
For information about the face-to-face group in Adelaide, South Australia, scroll down this page.
Apply to join the Facebook group here.
This group transcends timezone boundaries, in order to bring like-minded novelists together.
For information about the face-to-face group in Adelaide, South Australia, scroll down this page.
How It All Started
When I made a commitment to write my first novel, I explored various literary groups, but struggled to meet other people who were writing full-length novels. Novel writing is different to other types of writing, and comes with its own challenges.
I wanted to connect with other people going through similar trials. I managed to do this during literary workshops and festival, and it was uplifting. I drew strength from the different points of view I experienced, and found lots of generous authors willing to share information. But there was no specific place where I could connect with these people regularly. So, I decided to start my own Adelaide-based critiquing group called The Novelists' Circle in 2010.
I wanted to share the benefits of this little community with people who can't physically attend meetings in Adelaide, and so the FaceBook group was born.
I wanted to connect with other people going through similar trials. I managed to do this during literary workshops and festival, and it was uplifting. I drew strength from the different points of view I experienced, and found lots of generous authors willing to share information. But there was no specific place where I could connect with these people regularly. So, I decided to start my own Adelaide-based critiquing group called The Novelists' Circle in 2010.
I wanted to share the benefits of this little community with people who can't physically attend meetings in Adelaide, and so the FaceBook group was born.
Success Stories
The Fearless Novelist is still going strong after all these years, and has produced a number of published authors; some via traditional channels, and other who have chosen to take the indie route. There has been so much demand for this unique group, that after seven year of putting people on a waiting list, there are now 2 face-to-face groups running in Adelaide.
Read more about the success stories here ...
Read more about the success stories here ...
Testimonials
In five months with the group, I learned more about writing than I did in five years of high school English classes.
Ben Tanny
There is no better way to learn than by offering and receiving friendly criticism. In observing what I would like changed in the writing of others, I have come to see the same habits in my own offerings.
Steve Davey
It would have taken me a lot longer to get published if I hadn't joined the Novelists' Circle.
Carla Caruso
This group gives me the support and motivation I need to keep going with this sometimes lonely pursuit. The diversity of feedback is invaluable to my stories.
Sandra O'Grady
Face-to-Face Group in Adelaide
If you live in Adelaide and would like to join a critiquing group that meets monthly, this is the group for you.
Be prepared to share your work, receive critical feedback, and invest time in critiquing the work of other members.
They meet at The Box Factory Community Centre
59 Regent Street South (just off Halifax Street), Adelaide, South Australia
There is plenty of free street parking.
The Box Factory website.
Be prepared to share your work, receive critical feedback, and invest time in critiquing the work of other members.
They meet at The Box Factory Community Centre
59 Regent Street South (just off Halifax Street), Adelaide, South Australia
There is plenty of free street parking.
The Box Factory website.
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Group 1
Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month (except public holidays) 6:30 to 8:30 pm |
Group 2
Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8:30 pm |
Note: These groups are currently full, but feel free to complete the contact form to go on the waiting list.