CHILTERN WRITERS
Welcome to Chiltern Writers
A friendly group for all writers from beginner to professional
About Chiltern Writers
For all writers from across Buckinghamshire and the Thames Valley
Writing can be a lonely occupation - but not if you are a member of Chiltern Writers. We are a friendly group who welcome all writers from beginner to published professional. While we have a number of experienced writers in the group, you don't need to be published to be a member. All you need is an interest in writing.
Some of our members are beginners while others have been writing for a long time. While some of our members aim to be published, many write simply for their own pleasure. Our members’ interests cover almost every aspect of writing including novels, poetry, short stories, non-fiction, blogging, magazine features and newspaper columns.
Who are we?
Chiltern Writers was founded in 1988 by a group of local authors.
We have a number of Honorary Members including Christopher North, Stella Duffy, Carole Matthews and Norma Curtis.
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The group is run by a volunteer Committee.
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What do we do?
Monthly meetings
An annual writing competition
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A monthly e-mail newsletter to update members on forthcoming events, members’ successes and other news
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Meeting Information
We meet on the third Thursday of each month at St Anne's Hall in Wendover, Buckinghamshire. The meetings start at 8pm and usually finish at around 9.30. Tea and coffee are available at the beginning of each meeting.
The meetings normally follow one of the following formats:
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A guest speaker talking about a particular aspect of writing
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A writing workshop, led by a guest facilitator or an experienced CW member
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A manuscript evening, where members read a piece of their work and the rest of the group offers advice or constructive criticism
Next Meeting
First Impressions - Sandra Smith in Conversation With Nick Halliday
After writing your first draft, you’ve taken on board comments from beta readers and completed your final edit. But before you breathe a sigh of relief, this isn’t the end of the creative process. Because no matter how well crafted your plot, or intriguing your characters, the way your book / novel is packaged is crucial to enticing readers.
As a designer and book packager, Nick Halliday has collaborated with numerous authors and publishers, creating memorable jacket designs as well as taking authors to the stage where their books are sent to print, and beyond.
During this In Conversation session, Sandra Smith will talk to Nick about the importance of First Impressions, the challenges of typesetting and how to make the most of self publishing.
Date and Time
Thursday September 18th
8pm to around 9.30pm
Location
St Anne's Hall, Wendover HP22 6JG
Cost
FREE for members or £5 for visitors
Venue details:
St Anne's Hall, St Annes Roman Catholic Church and Wendover Free Church, 7B Aylesbury Road, Wendover, HP22 6JG.
There is a free car park adjacent to the hall and Wendover station is within walking distance.
There is disabled access to the meeting venue.
We love to welcome new members. Please come along and see what we get up to.
If you have any queries then please use the contact form on this website or send an email to chilternwriters@outlook.com. Alternatively, contact us via Facebook or Twitter
