Shut Up & Write!

Writing with Clarissa — November 09, 2026

Part of: Writing with Clarissa

When: November 09, 2026, 6:05 PM – 8:05 PM

Location: Online

Welcome! Lots to write and do? Me too! You're welcome to join this 2 hr series of two 50 min writing blocks. Doesn't matter what you're writing or working on, how many blocks you join, or how much progress you make - you'll feel good that you showed up to back yourself and your goals! Camera / mic are optional so you can work from anywhere. Want to join? RSVP before the session starts so the join link will show. Here's how: 1) Click to Join the group - now you can use discussion board, get announcements etc. 2) Click RSVP for the session - you can RSVP for one or multiple sessions. You RSVP up to 8 weeks in advance through to about 5 minutes before the start. 3) Click join link - the link is available a few minutes early so you can test any settings. You can join Zoom from browser without downloading anything. Paste in the meeting ID and password if prompted. Discussion board / help: If you have a question about the group or did not RSVP before it started - sorry, there's a good chance that I will not see or respond to discussion board posts till after the session. This is my focus time too. Joining mid-block? If you've RSVP'd you can join mid-block according to your life/ timezone. Please check you're on mute as you join. Post your intro and writing intention in the chat and get writing. You're welcome to say hi at the top of the hour. Don't want the break / check in? Turn volume down. Post in the chat that you're 'on a roll', we'll skip you! Leaving early? Post your farewell in chat. Take a moment to celebrate what you accomplished. Group vibe: Writers are encouraged to use the chat to connect, commiserate, celebrate, and encourage each other as we share the ups and downs and move our projects forwards. Safety: Whether on screen, mic, or chat our conduct respects safety and inclusion for all writers. Please do not share identifying information in public online. Please report any concerns via direct message to me as host. Schedule: 5:05 am 5:10 am - share quick intros and writing intentions today 5:10 am - 6:00 am - writing block 1 6:00 am - 6:10 am - check in chat / break 6:10 am - 7:00 am - writing block 2 7:00 am - 7:10 am - celebrate what happened because you showed up today! Acknowledgement of Country: I am hosting from unceded Aboriginal land - lutruwita, Tasmania (Australia). I pay respect to elders past for their sustainable care for Country and welcome any Aboriginal people to the group today!

Join "Writing with Clarissa" on November 09, 2026 at 6:05 PM. A free online Shut Up & Write! session. Show up, sit down, and write.

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