The Writers' Network of Richmond exists to nurture and promote mutually beneficial relationships between writers in the Central Virginia area. Our philosophy can be summed up with two simple points: 1. There's nothing better than being a writer. 2. There's no better time than now to be one. Be sure to read our ABOUT US page for answers to all of your important questions!

James River Writers is a non-profit organization that builds community by connecting and inspiring writers and readers in central Virginia. Whether you’re a writer or an avid reader, we invite you to learn about JRW, participate in our programs and become a member today. Please note that JRW does not endorse any product or service on our Meetup page. These listings are provided for informational purposes only to support the literary community as a whole.

This group is for women and men with natural hair, whom are looking for tips, styles, encouragement, advice and overall natural hair support. Whether your transitioning, fully natural, have locks, rocking a TWA, curly or want to go natural we are here for support and help. We are here to encourage you on your natural journey. Our events include natural hair discussions, styling sessions, product swaps, brunchs, game nights, poetry nights, movies, etc. Please upload pictures of your natural h …

The Podium Foundation provides creative writing training and opportunities for Richmond City High School students. Much of the terrific work produced is ideal for live performances which we offer freely to the Richmond community throughout the year. If you like to hear cutting edge writing from some of Richmond's most inspirational writers, we're the group for you.

This is a group for writers of all genres to share their work, get ideas, receive feedback, find fellowship (and fun!), and explore avenues for presenting their work to the public. This group is open to experienced writers and to the fledgling or "wanna-be" writers who are looking for suggestions, guidance, and encouragement along the way. We will brainstorm, critique each other's work, and hopefully create and/or find places to read our work to the public. Poetry and prose, novels and novellas, …

Anthony Burgess was motivated to finish multiple novels when he was told (mistakenly) that he was going to die of brain cancer. In lieu of a mis-diagnosis of terminal illness, this is a group for those in the greater Richmond area who want to take their writing to the next level. The group is open to writers of all genres and all ages, but only to writers who are serious about a commitment to being a productive writer. I hope to find others like me who need a supportive place to improve their wr …