Writing Groups

Please note: this is by no means a comprehensive list, but only those groups who share their information with us. If you know of more groups who are open to receiving new members, please let us know.

Online

NB Film Co-op Screenwriters' Café

All writers in New Brunswick interested in attending the New Brunswick Film Co-op’s Virtual Screenwriters’ Café, from the prolific producer to the screenplay-curious alike, are welcome to take part in one session at no cost, with recurring participation available to Film Co-op members at a price of $40 annually, on the second and fourth Saturday of every month, 12-2pm local, at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81728759226

For more details about the Screenwriters’ Café or to submit your script for collective review, drop us a line at INFO@NBFILMCOOP.COM. 

The Maritime Writers' Social Group

Writing can be a lonely act. But it doesn’t have to be. The Maritime Writers Social Club is for Maritime writers at any stage — aspiring, beginner or professional. It’s not a how-to-write group, although we do talk about the business of writing at times and members are encouraged to ask questions or share writing, but more about getting together with other writers to chat, talk writing, or simply have a coffee. Our goal is for members of shared geographical areas to create regular meet-ups with the hope of a larger Maritime gathering eventually. Membership is free. Look for us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/937566541727118

Sussex

SUSSEX & AREA WRITERS’ AND AUTHORS’ GROUP 

SUSSEX REGIONAL LIBRARY, 46 Magnolia Ave. Sussex, NB

Free membership to anyone with an interest in writing, whether published or unpublished. If you have an interest in writing, whether it is fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, short verse, epigrams or greeting card ideas or rhymes, you are welcome to attend.

Please register by email, giving full name only: Sussexwritersgroup@gmail.com

Or call: 506-432-4585 Or drop into the library in person to register.

Fredericton

For Fredericton/Oromocto, contact Ann Kitching (Dog Eared Books) almkitching@outlook.com with any questions--kindly write "Writers Group" in the subject line.

Lou Ellen Mielke Somerville tells us about FredNoWriMo, which is a collection of Fredericton NaNoWriMo participants who are always open to accepting new members/participants. Check out their private Facebook group. They are doing virtual events and aim to get back into having in-person events - primarily from late October to early December. There is also CampNaNo in April and July. Lou Ellen is one of two Municipal Liaisons this year.

Freddy Words (a public Facebook group) is connected, though not currently as active and not specifically tied to NaNo. It was (and hopefully will be again) a year-round group.

Saint John

Jeremy Cairns tells us about Saint John Writers (SJW), which meets every Sunday. They welcome a wide variety of ages and different types of writers. They are about getting together and producing, rather than exchanging work or reading aloud. They write from 10 am-11:30 am and then they sit and discuss narrative, character development, publishing, etc. https://saintjohnwriters.wordpress.com/

• Saint John Writers - Every Sunday, 10am-12 @ The Write Cup
• Saint John Voices - Last Sunday of the month @ The Write Cup
• Saint John Publishing Forum - Saint John Library

BTW - Saint John Voices features a published writer and a merch table every month where they can sell their books. If any WFNB writers would like to participate, it’s a great way to get in front of a crowd and possibly sell a few copies. All proceeds go to the author. Beyond the featured reader, it’s an open mic where readers get approx. 7 minutes. We have a panel of experts offering feedback to readers if they choose to receive it.

John Hanson tells us that Fog City Scribes has become a loose connection for writers in the Saint John area, originally formed for NaNoWriMo.

Amanda Evans and Jaimie McGivery tell us about Write Now Saint John, which is a social writing group which takes place every other Thursday evening (the next one is Thursday, September 21st) at Homeport Inn on Douglas Avenue. They review work, do activities, and have social events. The proprietor of the Homeport Inn is Lane Mack and her husband’s name is Neil. https://www.homeportinn.ca Email: stay@homeportinn.ca

Community Events

Moncton

Fredericton

Saint John

At The WRITE CUP cafe and bookstore

August 12, 2026 – 2:00 pm – Jeffery P. Ward author reading and discussion event!

We welcome everyone to come and join us for a fascinating look at the history of Atlantic Canada through the lens of photography. Did you know that Atlantic Canada was one of the first parts of North America to embrace photography?

Author Jeffery P. Ward is going to take us on a guided tour through the first century of Photography in Atlantic Canada to give us a little taste of what you will find in his book Early Light: Photography’s first Century in Atlantic Canada 1839 – 1939.

We hope you’ll join us and get cozy for this event while Mr. Ward reads excerpts from his books, signing, copies, and chatting with readers with an interest in local history and visual arts.

August 15, 2026 – 2:00 pm – Multi-Author Event

Join us at The Write Cup Bookstore Café as we host three amazing authors from Nova Scotia! These authors are going to have a lot of fun stories to share and tips to give! Don’t miss your chance to share an afternoon with such a wealth of information.

Tasha Zima

• The Making of a Storm
• Ashby Lake After Dark: Rosa

Kayleigh Malcolm

• Chaotic Passion
• Beneath The Surface

J. Anne Scott

• Crave the Darkness

If you love romance novels, supporting local authors, getting cozy with fun drinks, amazing treats, and learning the ins and outs of

August 22, 2026 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Jennifer McMullin author reading & signing

Author Jennifer McMullin will be at The Write Cup Bookstore cafe to share her newest book, The Curse of Teed House!

Jennifer McMullin is an accomplished author with three books under her belt as well as a number of short stories.

This will be an interesting afternoon of readings, Q&A, tasty snacks, and book signings.

If you are meeting Jennifer for the first time, or if you have been following her for a while, you're in for a treat from her first adult novel!

Come on out on August 22, from 2 PM - 4 PM and share this amazing experience! 

 

August 26, 2026 – 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm: Amazing Amelia & Sexy Sue 18+ Reading and book launch!

Anyone who has been to our smut night events over the last year knows Amelia Dax and Susan Lyn so we are happy to help with the launch of some new books!

Join us for a great evening of smutty reading, prizes, and help us welcome some new, smutty books to our shelves!

 

August 28, 2026 - 8:00 pm: Full Moon Ghost Walk led by David Goss

The Full Moon Ghost Walks led by Goss with helpers and many surprise stunts!

Each walk will have some variation of stories depending on the route which will start on each occasion from the Write Cup Café and Bookstore in Market Square.

Registration and payment must be made one week in advance of each walk and the cost is $20.00 per person. Adults only, please and no dogs.

On the week of the walk, the fee is $25.00.

Contact is Shannon@partridgeislandpublishing.ca.

 

August 29, 2026 – 10:00 am - Fort La Tour Parkrun post-run meet-up.

Ever wanted to join a group run? Saint John is part of the Worldwide ParkRun organization, under the name Fort La Tour. Join them for a run each Saturday and then come meet up afterwards at The Write Cup Bookstore Café to get to know your fellow joggers a bit better. This is a free event open to everyone.

 

August 30, 2026 – 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm: Saint John Voices

A literary open mic event. Sign-up is at 6:00 pm, and reading starts at 6:30 pm. We feature prose, poetry, and plays. Readers have 7 minutes to read their piece. Experts are available to offer feedback upon request.

Anyone can sign up to read, locals and visitors alike.

 

September Events

 

September 26, 2026 - 7:00 pm: Full Moon Ghost Walk led by David Goss

The Full Moon Ghost Walks led by Goss with helpers and many surprise stunts!

Each walk will have some variation of stories depending on the route which will start on each occasion from the Write Cup Café and Bookstore in Market Square.

Registration and payment must be made one week in advance of each walk and the cost is $20.00 per person. Adults only, please and no dogs.

On the week of the walk, the fee is $25.00.

Contact is Shannon@partridgeislandpublishing.ca.

September 27, 2026 – 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm: Saint John Voices

A literary open mic event. Sign-up is at 6:00 pm, and reading starts at 6:30 pm. We feature prose, poetry, and plays. Readers have 7 minutes to read their piece. Experts are available to offer feedback upon request. Anyone can sign up to read, locals and visitors alike.

Workshops