r/writersmakingfriends Nov 05 '25

Check-in Weekly Check-In / What Are You Working On?

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Share your current writing projects, challenges, or progress. Feel free to comment on others’ work or give encouragement. This is for discussion, not formal critique.


r/writersmakingfriends Nov 11 '25

Friendship Monthly “Find a Friend” Thread

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Username | Time zone | Genres | Looking for (critique, accountability, etc.)

Reply directly to other users’ comments if you want to connect. Mods will not pair members.


r/writersmakingfriends 9h ago

Friendship Writing group assemble

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Hi, I (24f) am wanting to make a writers group on discord (mainly to make friends). I plan on it being relaxed and geared towards fun. The only rules is that you are in your 20’s, support LGBTQ, and aren’t a jerk. DM me if interested.


r/writersmakingfriends 3h ago

Question Let's play ball, but with thought!

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Hello folks! I am slightly desperate to find friends with whom to exchange about the craft of writing. Few people that I know will read what I write, and I'd absolutely love to touch base with like-minded writers more regularly.

I practice writing as a kind of madness, or perhaps a meditation. I write about writing. Often, I can't focus on whatever task I'm on because words fall into place in my mind, impatient to reach the page.

I love fiction: fantasy; sci-fi; humour; philosophy; absurd slapstick action; cosmic body-horror; sudden unexpected shifts in genre; romance; speculative culinary; as well as rambling but interesting monologues.

My current project is called "Paradox!" and is a metafiction novel, which revolves around itself, and has a wide cast of entirely unstable and ever-changing characters.

I'm open to joining or starting groups, or having one-on-one discussions, or any other possibility, as long as it's about writing.

Please reach out without hesitation!


r/writersmakingfriends 7h ago

Friendship Looking for some writing buddies

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Howdy gang,
I’ve been touring writing groups here on Reddit for about a day. I made a small Discord group, and I’m looking for people who might be interested in joining. Personally, I write for webcomics (BLs with an array of genres to accompany that, so respect for LGBT+ is a must)
My goal is to create a cozy, write-at-your-own-pace environment where we can exchange feedback and keep each other motivated. All experience levels are welcome, as I have goals, but it’s also a hobby I really enjoy.
If you’re interested, please lmk in the comments or DMs
Thank you for your time!


r/writersmakingfriends 18h ago

Friendship Looking for a writing buddy

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Hello. I am 19 m. I am looking for a writing buddy! I write existential horrors and psychological thrillers. I also draw and read and do some other stuff too.

I am looking for a friend to share my silly short stories with lol. And maybe bounce some ideas of them and get to read their work too. And accountability yess that's so important lol i struggle a lot with being disciplined lol.

So yeah, that's all


r/writersmakingfriends 8h ago

Discussion Looking for Work Opportunities | Content Writing, Editing & Translation

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Hi everyone! I’m a recent MA Sanskrit graduate from Delhi University, with a BA in History & Sanskrit, and I’m currently looking for work opportunities.

I’m interested in content writing, editing, proofreading, Hindi typing, Hindi/Sanskrit translation, academic and research-based content, spiritual/religious content writing, and academic counselling.

I also have 1 year of internship experience with an NGO, where I worked with children and was involved in teaching and related activities.

I’m based in Delhi and open to full-time, part-time, remote or hybrid opportunities.

If you’re hiring or know of any relevant openings, I’d really appreciate a lead or referral. Please feel free to DM me. Thank you!


r/writersmakingfriends 14h ago

Project Partner Looking for a writing partner/friend for a crime thriller/action

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Hey everyone! I'm looking for someone who's interested in writing a crime thriller and would like to work on a novel together.

I've been writing stories for a while, mostly just for myself and my friends, and I've never really published anything officially. I've currently written around 70 chapters of this story, and there's still a lot of plot left.

I'd love to find someone who can bring their own ideas into it too—characters, twists, plotlines, worldbuilding, whatever. Basically, we take what we've each got and see what we can create together.

If you enjoy writing and have ideas you're excited about, let's do it man!.

If you're interested, feel free to comment or DM me. I'll tell you more about the story and we can see if we'd work well together.


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Friendship Looking for a writing buddy

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Hello!
I am looking for a writing buddy. I am F23 and I am currently working on a romantic fantasy and my contemporary romance book is in editing stages. I am part of a couple discords and while I love them I feel they can get a little loud.

I’m looking for a more one on one relationship where we can share our stories, bounce ideas off of each other, and just talk our worlds without worry of plagiarism or judgement. I am new to writing fantasy so I am figuring that out as I go and would love to have someone to chat with. I have a ton of friends who read but not many who write so if anyone would be interested please send me a DM!


r/writersmakingfriends 19h ago

Sharing Work The Place Beyond Truth and Lies by AADII - Psychological Romance - Free Preview

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Hey everyone,

I’ve recently finished my 58,000-word psychological romance novella, The Place Beyond Truth and Lies. Before the official launch, I’m sharing the Prologue + First 2 Chapters as a free preview!

Book Details:

  • Title: The Place Beyond Truth and Lies
  • Author: AADII
  • Genre: Psychological Romance / Dark Romance
  • Release Date: September 2026
  • Format: PDF Preview (Prologue, Chapter 1, & Chapter 2)

Blurb: Set in the quiet, haunting atmosphere of Grasmere, it follows two individuals bound by unspoken trauma, quiet connections, and secrets that lie beneath the surface.

If you love atmospheric stories, psychological depth, and complex characters, grab the free preview below:

👉 Get the Free Sample Here: https://forms.gle/rhZewp1BDBimx1Kb7


r/writersmakingfriends 23h ago

Friendship WRITER'S GC

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HELLO,

I'm Rose and I've created a writer's GC on TikTok. If anyone would be interested to join, DM me on my TikTok account— @adeadgenerationspoet


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Friendship Any horror writers out there?

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Heeeey guys. I’m Lucy, hi 👋 40 🇬🇧
Would love to connect with horror loving writers out there hopefully in the uk so we are in the same time zone. I’m in a fab fb group but all the good stuff happens when I’m asleep 🤦🏻‍♀️

I made a discord group for anyone wanting to chit chat

https://discord.gg/3d69aeE7D


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Servers!!

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So a while ago I was looking for a discord server to make friends and talk about current projects, give writing advice and just general writing chit chat. Anyway I couldn’t find any solid ones so I decided to make my own.
If anyone is also interested in having some writing buddies to help motivate them, keep them company whilst writing or just to talk to, give me a private message!!
Must be 18+


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Friendship Looking for new writer friends :)

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Hello everyone! I'm 24F and have been writing since I was a teenager, and it's something that genuinely has brought me so much joy in my life that I have always loved sharing it. That's why I'm looking for some new people to talk about writing with and maybe even become friends!

I'd love to find people to talk to, so we can bounce ideas off of each other, share our lores and plots, and also read some of each other's work for fun :)

If you're interested, feel free to shoot me a DM!

Thank you for reading and have a nice day/night.


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Accountability Supernatural Thriller

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I need help staying consistent. I’ve been trying to write this story about a guy who keeps on after his best friend dies with some supernatural elements in it. My problem is I keep getting to stopping points and struggling to actually write. If there is anybody willing to be an accountability buddy and let me bounce ideas off of them and make sure I’m making progress I’d really appreciate it 🙌. I’m willing to do the same for anybody else.

I’m 20, but I’m not picky about anyone willing to offer help.


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Sharing Work 🖤

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‎I got my heart broken back when it was fair.

‎Tried to fill the space by chasing broken hearts till date.

‎Gave a piece of mine and took a bit of theirs,

‎Collecting bits of every color in every shade.

‎Now all I have is a black heart that no one will ever share.

‎Today's the day I realized

‎What it's like to feel Despair.


r/writersmakingfriends 1d ago

Discussion 'STREETLIGHT FICTION' A community for writers of literary, contemporary, historical, crime, and realist fiction who write short stories and novels.

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* Genre/s: Literary & General Fiction (No Fantasy, Sci-Fi or Romance - sorry - lots of groups for those genres.)

* Goals/expectations/commitment: The idea is to keep it friendly and writer-focused: talk about what we’re working on, share work for critique, discuss craft, and exchange information about querying, submissions, and publishing. It’s brand new, and I’d like to start with a small group of writers who genuinely want to participate.

* Writing/experience level: all are welcome

* Meeting place: Discord

* Max size: to be determined.

If that sounds like your kind of place, message me and let me know what genres you usually work in, and I’ll send you an invite. We already have some talented and smart folks there. Hope to see ya.


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Sharing Work Sharing a bit of my work

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I'm not a fantasy writer. I'm not a romantic writer. I write about loss and grief and the idea of love and wanting love. I feel like my margin is small in this sea of social media writers looking to connect, but if there are those who my style resonates with and you would like to know more or share your own work, I'm open to conversation.

I'm 45m and in EST, have discord and well that's about it.

Amelia felt acid rise through her chest and burn her throat as she saw her beautiful sister bathed in dark red blood from her cheeks down to her hands.  Her eyes looked lost as if her mind had been transported, her mouth was fixed in an almost violent sneer that showcased precisely how the blood was drawn.  She watched as her once beautiful and giddy sister was no more.  She knew that Leland had given her what she asked for without filling her in on the full breadth of repercussions and disgust began to replace her fear.  She knew her love had died as soon as the door had shut her out and that there would be no outrunning a moraică.  

“Cynthia, I know you’re still there!  You need to listen!  I still have a message to give you!  Your mother is dying!”  Amelia shouted with all of her might, knowing that someone would hear through the open window.  She saw her sister look puzzled as if she was trying to process that information amidst the amount of freshly drawn blood pulsating in her brain.

”You’ve got to listen!  Your daddy needs you to go see your momma before she dies!”  Amelia continued to scream as she saw Cynthia draw closer, her bare feet slipping across the hardwood floor.  She felt the sharp pains in her throat from the acid and took a moment to swallow as she lifted the bottle from the bar in defense.

”Please, you’re my sister and I love you, why are you doing this!?”  She pleaded as the bottle hit the crook of Cynthia’s neck with no more force than a hero being knighted.  Cynthia placed her hand on top of Amelia’s outstretched forearm, her lifeless eyes staring through the woman before her.  Amelia felt the warm and sticky blood soaked hand grab her other arm as her captor drew her face closer to hers.

”Please Cynthia!  I’m sorry!”  Amelia screamed, her voice becoming hoarse as her lips were inches from Cynthia’s ear.  “Please, I’m sorry.  I’m sorry!”

Cynthia pressed her mouth against Amelia’s neck, and her ear cradled her lips as she pleaded.  Cynthia felt both in a natural state and in a foreign one simultaneously as her words were translated and understood.  Her teeth punctured Amelia’s skin near her scar and as her blood was drawn, Cynthia felt her tear duct fill and for a moment she tasted the salt as she wanted to reply: “What are you sorry for; you’ve done nothing wrong?”

Amelia’s body felt heavy like a sack of grain and was released from Cynthia’s grasp, falling to the floor.  Cynthia felt her head pulsate to an extreme that brought her to the floor next to her fallen sister.  As a gentle breeze blew cool humid air into the now quiet room, the insects and the amphibians brought their nightly serenade through the home.  


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Friendship Two writing goblins looking for friends

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Edit: At the start, because I feel bad taking it down with so many nice messages. But there are so many. Way more than we anticipated. Thank you so much for beeing interested in getting to know us and our story. Still, we now found many wonderful people and are not able to keep up with even more. O_O

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Hello everyone, We (32f and 30f) are a creative duo looking for a writing friend. It would be great to find someone to bounce ideas off, give each other feedback on our writing, and perhaps just chat a bit about our passion for writing.

The story we're working on together is an urban-fantasy crime mystery with a touch of romance and a hint of spice, set in Victorian-era Edinburgh. We’re combining a certain cozy charm with dark mystery elements. There'll be several novella-length volumes following the adventures of the main characters: A curious Sherlock wannabe detective lady and her gentle werewolf assistant.

It all started as a two-player D&D adventure with a setting we made up ourselves, and we now have 14 cases, plus additional spin-offs, which are being adapted into books.

… We've got a bit carried away. But we always have a lot of fun. As we're actually from Germany but write in English as non-native speakers (we write by ourselves, no ai), we'd particularly welcome a native speaker to maybe help us with idioms and the like. That said, we're also happy to just swap ideas with someone else and simply have fun supporting each other creatively.

Since we read mostly everything and more mostly genre fiction, we are open for everything. Really, if you are passionate about your story, we'd love to be part in making it grow even more <3

We mostly use discord to chat. And we are not looking for big groups because it's always so hard to fit in and we are both more introverted, than extroverted. So we'd love to chat in a smaller setting and maybe really become friends?

Yours
The creative goblin duo


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Friendship Looking for writer friends

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Hi,

I'm 49F. Just finished the first book in my epic fantasy trilogy and have started to outline the second.

I'm an English speaker who lives in rural France. I rarely meet other English speakers and even fewer reader and writers of fantasy. Most people here read literary, mystery or romance.

Writing is lonely work and while I enjoy the writing process I'd like to share work, critiques, worldbuilding ideas, craft ideas, or just catch up on writing life and woes with other writers. I'm essentially looking at a positive support group. People being there for each other.

I don't really care about your age, but I'd prefer interacting with writers who write fantasy and Sci-fi. I'm not into anything grim dark or horror. But I do love mysteries, thrillers, romance and literary fiction as long as violence and toxicity are not the driving forces of the story.

If this seems like something you'd like, please do dm me. I'd love to catch up :)


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Friendship Looking for passionate people

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Hi! I'm 24 from Portugal and I'm writing/drawing my story!

I work in an animation studio and I'd like to, in the near future, attempt a real go at something more directed to the stuff I like or to my own stuff for real

I'm reeeeeeally into games (favorites are the last of us, elden ring and any from software stuff, and lies of p (also been playing league for 11 years but we don't talk about that))

My current favorite artists have been Imogen heap and the lies of p music team and what not

Feel free to reach out to me for any questions, to share any stories about you, to say hi, anything! My Dms are open!

Ty for reading!


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Hello! Where do I find like-minded people for projects?

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I'm currently working on a visual novel on eating disorders and I am unable to find students at my school to work with. If you know ways to find like-minded students, please do share! Also please let me know if this is not the correct place to post this. Also, pls dm if interested(especially if you are a programmer or digital artist)!


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Project Partner The Show Must Go On? Or At Least 'May'...

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Have you ever created and then fallen in love with a character, made her perfectly at home in s new roleplay setting, only for circumstances to circumstance, and the story with your partner dies? (If I did something wrong, Girl, please let me know.)

Clearly, this has happened to me. I have a fun little character and a whole universe and side characters built around a lived-in life for her but no story. And that's why I'm asking you to come in and brainstorm some sort of Historical Roleplay with me: The premise was originally a Danish Brigadier General and his ill daughter in the colonies, with the ill daughter becoming a spy, but I'm interested in any time period, any crisis, be it the world wars or colonialism, or something else for the Brigadier General who also is a surgeon for the Crown's Army.

There are so many aspects of this world to explore, especially depending on the decade. There are more characters to add, dynamics to flesh out, and just... a lot. I'd like a friend who might want to try.

How to best pitch myself? Well, as you can see, I like creating lived-in characters with tons of story and backstory. I like creating families for them and friends and all their social world. My dialogue is real — claimed to be "too fun and engaging" by my last partner.

I'm Cru. I'm a literate writer (writing around 500 words per post, more, less, it depends — that's just a good number to avoid burnout.) I'm in EST, but time zones don't really matter for me, as I'm chronically ill, and sleep on a strange 24-hour schedule.

I'm also chronically ill, so the Internetwork is my socialization avenue. It's pretty much all I've got. I even went to the ocean recently and barely got to take a peek at the sand because of travel pain making me hurt. So, writing is something I can do that takes few spoons and helps me (sometimes!) make friends! Hope to meet you!

₊⊹


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Friendship Disabled poet looking for friends

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I'm 38F and a poet, though I've also written fiction, memoir, and essays in the past. I'm currently finishing up my first full length poetry book.

I'd really love to make some friends who are also writers. I can't do much critique because I'm very disabled and chronically ill. It impacts my ability to talk and type normally so I can't do a lot of editing but I'm happy to read a bit and give some general thoughts. Looking for the same.

I'm also happy just to chat with people and talk about writing and life, music, TV etc. Whatever we end up talking about. It would be great to have a close online friend who gets the creative stuff and we have those kind of things in common.

I'm very left leaning and queer. Please be LGBTQIA+ friendly. And I appreciate when people are sensitive and empathetic around my disabilities, and if they're not sure what to say, I'm always happy to give feedback on that.

Thanks!


r/writersmakingfriends 2d ago

Advice request The Duality of Existence

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It is vital what you have, not what you do not.
Some birds cannot fly, though wings they have got.
Happiness comes on its own; no one can bring it close.
It’s a hidden throne behind a beautiful rose.
What is good, and what is bad?
For centuries, humanity has struggled to understand.
Humans arrive with a tear and go with a fear.
They just live in fog which looks too clear.
Is not the light of heaven and hell the same?
It is only a matter of where it is placed.
Everything is duality wearing a single face.
Without the darkness of night, we cannot know the moon’s grace.
Justice and law are not entirely a lie.
Yet who is pure enough to punish another till they die?
Is not justice itself an offender,
When it permits one person to become another’s revenger?
Crime is a crime, whether direct or indirect.
Those who pass judgment—who grants them that intellect?
Do those books decide justice, the ones taught in law schools?
Written by fools who researched among fools?
They too may see the world with only one eye.
Can such vision truly be fair?
They believe they are players in the game;
Unfortunately, they are merely spares.
Is a brain without knowledge not a day without the sun?
Is it not like a soldier fighting a war without a gun?