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Kathryn Veenhuizen posted an update in the group The Beginning: I just posted on the Writing Showcase. Not sure I did […]

Wed, 20 May 2026 21:12:52 -0400

I just posted on the Writing Showcase. Not sure I did it correctly. How do I ask to input?

Kathryn Veenhuizen posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi, my name is Kathryn, I am seventy-two years old, a […]

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:56:24 -0400

Hi, my name is Kathryn, I am seventy-two years old, a wife of fifty-two years to the same guy I met when i was thirteen years old. I am a mother of four and I have five grandchildren. My life has been my children, they have all grown and have families of their own.

My Dad used to call me a butterfly because I could never stay still. Later after…

Paula Burton posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello, I live in Connecticut, small state but with […]

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:58:39 -0400

Hello,

I live in Connecticut, small state but with wonderful opportunities for the arts and outdoors, both of which I am passionate about. I am a retired teacher , and now spend more time writing than when I was teaching, although I have been writing poems since I was a child. I find writing to be a wonderful creative outlet. I am vaguely…

jon.flora posted an update in the group The Beginning: I'm almost retired and living in Philadelphia. I'm […]

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:33:34 -0400

I’m almost retired and living in Philadelphia. I’m hoping the extra time will open up writing opportunities. Creative writing is something I’ve always hoped to enjoy but never successfully prioritized. My most recent book is Crossroads by Jonathan Franzen. Happy to be a part of this community!

Jamie Floersch posted an update in the group The Beginning: Born and raised in rural Kansas, I moved to […]

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:21:59 -0400

Born and raised in rural Kansas, I moved to Chicago post-college where I’ve loved living for the past 20 years before recently moving just north of the city with my family. Alongside (or in between) parenting two young kids, I’m a psychotherapist in private practice and am in training for certification in modern psychoanalysis. This all amounts…

Joan De Leon posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi. I’m retired and live a wee bit north of Seattle with […]

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:06:58 -0400

Hi. I’m retired and live a wee bit north of Seattle with one husband and one geriatric chihuahua. I write (and by “write” I mean “start”) novels, mostly romance, often with a side of mystery or fantasy or something paranormal. I kind of lost focus earlier this year and am hoping joining this community will help me get my sh*t together and…

Dianne posted an update in the group The Beginning: I am a wanderer. And easily caught up in discovery of […]

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:14:11 -0400

I am a wanderer. And easily caught up in discovery of new vistas.

So I know I’m working on too many writing projects at the same time.

Deadlines like showing up for structured workshops help me focus.

A personal tragedy launched me into writing beyond the journaling I’ve done for 30 years.

Finding my voice through writing has helped.…

Karen (Fitz) posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello to all the latest members. I do like to welcome […]

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:33:40 -0400

Hello to all the latest members. I do like to welcome my cohorts to writers.com personally, but am having a hard time keeping up! So, let it be known how much I look forward to supporting each and every one of you in your writerly endeavors. WELCOME! I hope to see you ’round the neighborhood here.

Jerry Chasen posted an update in the group The Beginning: From what I've gathered, like more than a few members […]

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:51:40 -0400

From what I’ve gathered, like more than a few members of this community I’ve retired and so can devote time to writing. I’ve written poetry since second grade but mostly, they were poems for occasions–new years, Valentines, Passover, Birthdays–and most of those were rhymed. I know I feel better when I’m working on a piece (especially…

Peggy Capomaggi posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello all! Originally from Brooklyn, NY, I now live with […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:55:16 -0400

Hello all! Originally from Brooklyn, NY, I now live with my husband in northern NJ where we raised our family. I am retired from the business world and in retirement have been pursuing my longtime interest in writing. I have been mostly focused on poetry and also some personal essays.

I have taken a few online classes and am trying to hone…

Pete posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi all! Pete here. I live in upstate NY, in the […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:12:11 -0400

Hi all! Pete here. I live in upstate NY, in the Rochester area. Beautiful area with great opportunities to get out into nature. I retired about 5 years ago and in the last 4 months, have dedicated more time to writing. Not enough, mind you but hey, it’s a start. My main writing focus has been the personal essay but am looking to expand that…

Susan Maros posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hola! I'm writing from the Pasadena area in So Cal. […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:41:25 -0400

Hola! I’m writing from the Pasadena area in So Cal. I usually tell people I’m from Pasadena because, until the Eaton Fire a year ago, most people never heard of Altadena. The experience of the fire is dominating much of what I write about these days.

I’m an educator–teaching masters and doctoral classes–but heading into a year-long…

Bobby Jones posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi all: I'm a cliche, a retired professional […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:20:34 -0400

Hi all: I’m a cliche, a retired professional (PhD psychologist, stat researcher, non-profit executive), who has always felt he was a writer at heart. We’re going to find out if that is just indigestion. Looking forward to participating.

Bobby Jones posted an update in the group The Beginning:

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:11:28 -0400

Abigail Tischler posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello! I’m Abi, an art therapist living in New Haven […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:01:12 -0400

Hello! I’m Abi, an art therapist living in New Haven CT.

Writing isn’t in my comfort zone. I’d rather be washing the dishes – I’m mean, what beats water play and bubbles? But since my head is breaking open with over gestated ideas that are sprouting through my skull (which isn’t very comfortable either) I’m joining this…

Kathryn posted an update in the group The Beginning: Greetings, writers! I live near Iowa City, Iowa, which is […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:49:41 -0400

Greetings, writers! I live near Iowa City, Iowa, which is a wonderful gathering place to hear and meet exceptional writers who are cherished by our community. I recently retired (for the third time), so I’m “repurposing” my life to have more time to write. I have completed two enriching courses this spring through writers.com on memoir…

Michelle posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello Everyone!I'm from Southern California. I've […]

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:08:03 -0400

Hello Everyone!

I’m from Southern California. I’ve been writing all my life, but only recently decided to get serious serious about it—developing a consistent practice and submitting with fervor while hopefully developing a thick skin. My favorite genre is creative nonfiction. I adore true stories well told. I also write poetry and dabble in…

Alison posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello! I just signed up for this as a way to try […]

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:05:39 -0400

Hello! I just signed up for this as a way to try to integrate more writing into my schedule, (I ama stay-at-home mom), as well as try to find a community of writers to share, grow, and learn with. I don’t have a regular writing schedule, but try to squeeze it in when I can, or when I have to (usually when I’m trying to fall asleep or in…

MorganJane posted an update in the group The Beginning: Such as technology. For example, I haven't figure out […]

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 02:25:12 -0400

Such as technology. For example, I haven’t figure out how this community works or who’s who or what’s what. Have patience. I’ll get there — and looking forward to reading everyone’s work. I found my first craft meeting (on Tuesday with Frederick) to be fabulous. This is going to be fun!

Janet Farley posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello all - I'm Janet and I currently live in Germany. […]

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:53:21 -0500

Hello all – I’m Janet and I currently live in Germany. I recently signed up for the Creative Nonfiction Fundamentals course with the goal to move my non-fiction writing skills into an expanded and more creative direction. I am also a career coach and professional resume writer and have had several books and articles published in that vein over…

Bob Warren posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello writers. I’ve just recently signed up for the novel […]

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:43:22 -0500

Hello writers. I’ve just recently signed up for the novel writing class to begin later this week, and now fumbling my way through this platform. Don’t laugh 🙂

I’m joining you from Kirkland, WA where I retired from teaching Special Education a few years ago. I now have the time, energy, and liberty to begin a new life-chapter. I have written…

Catherine Fonseca posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi everyone, I’m Cat. I’ve been a traveling nurse for […]

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:32:11 -0500

Hi everyone, I’m Cat. I’ve been a traveling nurse for over five years, with New Jersey as my home base. Storytelling has always been one of my favorite forms of self-expression, and over the years, family, friends, and people I’ve met along the way have encouraged me to share my stories – so here I am. At the moment, I don’t have any…

Olivia posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi all! I'm Olivia and I live in San Diego with my […]

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:48:01 -0500

Hi all! I’m Olivia and I live in San Diego with my husband, two elementary-aged kids, and two cats. San Diego is lovely, although I am considering doing a rain dance as it has been unbearably dry this winter.

I love to write because it’s how my brain operates best in terms of communication and expression. I’m able to tap into a larger…

Ellie posted an update in the group The Beginning: This is a poem I wrote about a mare (female horse). I […]

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:54:46 -0500

This is a poem I wrote about a mare (female horse). I hope you enjoy it

Jeanne Di Grazio posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi, everyone. My name is Jeanne and I live in […]

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:44:45 -0500

Hi, everyone. My name is Jeanne and I live in Arlington, Virginia. I write poetry and song lyrics and an occasional short story. I love writing – it is my passion. Poetry and music have been a major source of healing for me and have helped (and continue to help) me deal with tough times in my life. I have always said that if my work helps…

JOANNE Johnson posted an update in the group The Beginning: How do I get into the community craft write-in?

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:21:50 -0500

How do I get into the community craft write-in?

JOANNE Johnson posted an update in the group The Beginning: Just to add on to that first post: I live in […]

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:22:00 -0500

Just to add on to that first post: I live in Wisconsin, Green Bay, Home of the Packers. I have always enjoyed writing, although others doubted my ability, and think of creating a piece like a giant puzzle. Have to find just the right word to make things work. I started out my writing humerous pieces and now have struck out on this novel. It…

JOANNE Johnson posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi Everyone, I've been writing a novel for a […]

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:17:49 -0500

Hi Everyone,

I’ve been writing a novel for a long time…really long. Like 12 years. I decided this is the year to get it done. So here I am. I will give feedback to anyone who is also writing their story.

LAURA posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello All! I am so excited to find a writers' group […]

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:03:38 -0500

Hello All! I am so excited to find a writers’ group to mingle with. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and started my life long wish to write when I turned 60 (currently 68) and decided to write my memoir for my four adult sons. Then I began writing personal essays and flash fiction. I have been a nurse for 43 years and many of my…

Judith Jaciow posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello. My name is Judy and I live in Northern […]

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 03:14:10 -0500

Hello. My name is Judy and I live in Northern California. I have always loved writing as a way to express what I see and feel in everyday life—the beauty in small moments, the appreciation of human kindness, the anger at injustice, the exportation of the natural world and anything that triggers my imagination. I love how poets move us in…

Paul Harrison posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi everyone,So glad to find this community. I've been […]

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:49:34 -0500

Hi everyone,

So glad to find this community. I’ve been a teacher of literature and writing for 31 years, got my BA from UCLA in creative writing, and am now editing my first novel (novella?).

I hope that we can all interact to inspire each other to get words on paper and publish our work.

Paul

billye hardy posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello everyone my name is Billye, I am from the Windy […]

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 02:54:47 -0500

Hello everyone my name is Billye, I am from the Windy City. I finally pulled the trigger and signed up for classes. I have perused this site for years; either I did not have the funds to invest, did not have the time or mindset to commit. I now have all 3. I am glad to join a community of writers

Katie posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello! My name is Katie, and I'm originally from […]

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:29:50 -0500

Hello! My name is Katie, and I’m originally from Colorado, but now reside in Oklahoma City. I have loved writing my entire life. I wrote my first “book” in second grade and continued to write poetry and stories throughout college. Writing created a safe space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions, so I’ve only ever written for myself and…

Emily Haley posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi everyone! My name is Emily, and I'm from New […]

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:52:18 -0500

Hi everyone!

My name is Emily, and I’m from New Hampshire. I’ve been writing poetry on and off since high school, and reconnected with consistently writing in 2023. I’ll be attending my first poetry workshop here in January, which I’m excited for! I usually attend a couple of writing circles a week, and I’m excited to have a new place to…

Spencer Gallup posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello Everyone,I’ve been part of the community for a […]

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:02:32 -0500

Hello Everyone,

I’ve been part of the community for a while, but I realized that I haven’t introduced myself yet. I’m Spencer Gallup (He/Him). I live in Ontario, Canada. I am a Legal Assistant during the day. I love writing poetry and that is what I mostly write! But I might write some short stories and maybe someday a novel. Right now I’m…

Kristine Barnden posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi Everyone! I live in Tasmania, Australia. I'm a […]

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 03:02:08 -0500

Hi Everyone! I live in Tasmania, Australia. I’m a doctor and also just finishing up a BA majoring in Creative Writing. I love writing non-fiction essays, poetry and short stories. I’ve just finishing reading ‘We Have Always Lived in the Castle’, by Shirley Jackson. I loved the characterisations and the creepy gothic vibe.

Kelly Facenda posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi all! My name is Kelly and I live outside of […]

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:25:29 -0500

Hi all! My name is Kelly and I live outside of Philadelphia. In my 9-5, I’m a nurse who works with young adults. However, in another life I also got an English degree where I took as many creative writing classes as I could. After graduation, I began working in an administrative role and my poor writing habits persisted. For a very long time,…

Natalie Fisher posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hey, everybody, I’m Natalie! I’m from Seattle and very […]

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:37:29 -0500

Hey, everybody, I’m Natalie!
I’m from Seattle and very excited to be here. I’m currently working on my first chapbook around my experience as a flight attendant and can’t wait to really stretch and grow with some of these classes. Right now, I’m absolutely loving Nicole Stellon O’Donnell’s collection ‘You Are No Longer In Trouble’.

Thanks for having me!

samharty16 posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi! My name is Sam. Some of you may know me from […]

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:43:02 -0500

Hi! My name is Sam. Some of you may know me from Friday morning write. I am a poet and author of 2 books. Lost Love Volume(s) 1 and 2. I am being featured on an online open mic this morning called Spoken World Open Mic and wanted to invite you all.

Dec 2. 1pm cst / 2pm est / 11am pst

Zoom…

Charity posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi everyone, Happy week after Thanksgiving! 🦃To […]

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:09:49 -0500

Hi everyone, Happy week after Thanksgiving! 🦃

To introduce myself, my name is Charity, and I am from San Diego, CA. I love spoken word poetry and personal development books. I’m excited to hopefully become a better writer this upcoming year with the help of courses. It can’t wait to learn and grow together with you all!

As far as writing,…

carol posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello Everyone,My name is Carol. I live in Fountain […]

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:32:53 -0500

Hello Everyone,

My name is Carol. I live in Fountain Hills, Arizona. I have been writing essays about my life in Japan and about what it was like to be treated as a foreigner in my husband’s family and neighborhood. There were many experiences—some good and some not so good. I want to tell the stories with humor. They weren’t all humorous.

I am…

Alida Chaney posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello everyone. I'm excited about this site and how it […]

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 10:25:04 -0500

Hello everyone. I’m excited about this site and how it can help me grow in my writing journey.

To get the mundane out of the way. I’m a retired RN with 3 grandchildren (all grown now). I have written 3 self-published mystery novels, Relative Crude, Distortions, and Relative Justice. With new knowledge I have received from classes and…

Sunny posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello!My name is Sunny and I also use my pen name […]

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 12:11:37 -0500

Hello!

My name is Sunny and I also use my pen name Anika.

I have been a student at Writers.com for a very long time but have often dropped out of courses when my crazy traveling schedule interferes with my active participation. However, I have managed to learn a lot whenever I stayed with a course.

I love writing nonfiction and poetry, but I have…

Annie Brennan posted an update in the group The Beginning: Good Morning! It is a pleasure to be here and finally […]

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:12:49 -0500

Good Morning! It is a pleasure to be here and finally give writing a priority in my life. I have musings and no project in mind. I am thrilled to get started, be open, and see what happens. Recently I enjoyed reading Thomas Perry’s “Vanishing Act”. I think I am more inclined toward writing historical fiction or nonfiction, but I do love…

Richard Wyatt posted an update in the group The Beginning: N

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:31:08 -0500

Samantha Jones posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello! My name is Samantha.I live in a small town in […]

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:15:44 -0400

Hello! My name is Samantha.

I live in a small town in Idaho between Boise and SLC. I wrote a lot in high school, but then gave up writing and anything creative while I got my BS and MS in accounting. Now, I’m no longer in accounting but a stay at home mom to my two kids who we homeschool.

I discovered fanfiction last year and have devoured a lot…

Lucy McGowan posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi everyone,I'm Lucy. I am a solo-mom to a 1.5 year old […]

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 23:42:27 -0400

Hi everyone,

I’m Lucy. I am a solo-mom to a 1.5 year old and I recently moved home to the small island where I grew up…So I have really been craving some intellectual and creative stimulation! I started dipping my toes into the community craft writing sessions and they are just what the doctor ordered: I love hearing everyone’s analysis,…

Anusha Anusha posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hello Everyone. I am Anusha. It's been around a month […]

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:00:57 -0400

Hello Everyone. I am Anusha. It’s been around a month since I have been associated with writers.com as a student. I am a writer, poet, and the author of the book The Mirror Of Reflections which is a collection of poems. I am glad to be a part of this community. 🙂

I should have introduced myself earlier but I was not keeping well and did not…

Tom posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi Everyone, For the last 30 years, I’ve worked the […]

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:01:38 -0400

Hi Everyone,

For the last 30 years, I’ve worked the world of overnight emergency medicine. Recently, I’ve felt compelled to pursue a change from the fast-paced world of compassionate chaos and caring in the emergency department to a slower paced writer’s pen of narrative creation.

I had forgotten the joys of writing for…

Tom posted an update in the group The Beginning: Hi guys! Just a quick introduction from the perspective of […]

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:54:03 -0400

Hi guys!

Just a quick introduction from the perspective of a newcomer to Writers.com. I’ve been a physician for the last 30 years. My life has been science and data driven for most of my career so that I could best serve my patients through the emergency department.

And until recently, I’d forgotten how much I enjoyed reading and writing for…