Critique groups are a great way to get feedback and grow in a small group setting. We currently offer a variety of Special Interest groups. Attendance is free for members and $5/per meeting for non-members. If you wish to join a group listed below, please contact the group leader to verify their current schedule.

The Fiction Group

*The Fiction Group is currently meeting via Zoom. Please contact sarah@mblayst.com for more information.*

The Fiction group meets at the IWC on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7pm.  For more info on joining this group, please contact the IWC at 317-255-0710.

Creative Nonfiction

This group meets via private Facebook group. Leah Lederman is the facilitator who posts prompts and responds to writing throughout the month. Check out our course catalog to sign up for the latest group.

Poetry Salon

*Poetry Salon is postponed until further notice. Check back for updates.*

Poetry Salon meets 7-9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month to share and discuss poems written by participants. Other aspects of poetry and poetry business will also be addressed. IWC members may attend for free, non-members are asked to contribute a $5 donation.

Famous Writers’ Club

*Famous Writers’ Club is postponed until further notice. Check back for updates.*

This writers’ group focuses on the exploration of beginning writers with an emphasis on reading to each other and writing together. It meets on the first and third Fridays of the month at 10 a.m-12 p.m. at the new IWC building. To join, please contact Lorna Rose at  lornadrose@gmail.com.

Famous Writer’s Club Mission Statement:
To encourage good writing
To share ideas and information about learning opportunities
To critique writers’ work, for those who seek that
To share information about publication