Sandy's Facebook Group
A place where female fiction writers who want to finish contemporary novels the Big 5 traditional publishers can't resist, gather.
Who is the group for?
This group suits female fiction writers who are writing a novel set in contemporary times.
We are a friendly group that brings like-minded souls together in a non-threatening environment, so they can pursue a love of words and characters.
In the group we:
- Nurturing environment for English speaking (and writing) authors around the globe.
- Packed full of free resources, writing tips and inspiring authors.
- Free events like virtual writing hours, Q&A sessions and trainings.
- Motivation to continue on the sometimes lonely path of writing.
- Caters for all authors from beginners to those with published books under their belt.
We are a friendly group that brings like-minded souls together in a non-threatening environment, so they can pursue a love of words and characters.
In the group we:
- Celebrate our wins (no matter how small).
- Help one another solve writing problems.
- Share writing tips and industry information.
- Motivate and support one another.
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How the Group 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.
The face-to-face group is still going strong after all these years, infact, there was so much demand that there are now two groups running in Adelaide.
Transition to Online
Naturally, I wanted to share the benefits of this little community with people who couldn't physically attend meetings in Adelaide, and so the Facebook group was born.
The online group has grown over the years and is now a bustling community of motivated authors.
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.
The face-to-face group is still going strong after all these years, infact, there was so much demand that there are now two groups running in Adelaide.
Transition to Online
Naturally, I wanted to share the benefits of this little community with people who couldn't physically attend meetings in Adelaide, and so the Facebook group was born.
The online group has grown over the years and is now a bustling community of motivated authors.
Success Stories
After one-and-a-half decades, Sandy Vaile's communities have produced many published authors; some with the Big 5 traditional publishing houses, others with smaller publishers, and still others who have chosen to take the self-publishing route.
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
Interested in the Face-to-Face Group in Adelaide?
The Novelists' Circle
If you live near 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
Plenty of free street parking near.
If you live near 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
Plenty of free street parking near.
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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 complete the contact form below to go on the waiting list.