Why Every Writer Needs A Community
Writing is often thought of as a solitary act: a pen scratching across paper in a quiet room, or fingers tapping away at a keyboard in the still hours of the night. And yes, there is a beautiful solitude to writing, a necessary turning inward that allows us to hear our own voices more clearly.
But writing doesn’t live in isolation. Words are meant to connect. They long to be witnessed, received, and held. When we share our writing with others, something magical happens: our private worlds open, and we discover echoes of ourselves in another’s story.
Why Community Matters
Community reminds us that we are not alone in our creative process. The blank page can be intimidating, but when we step into a circle of fellow writers, that blank page becomes an invitation rather than a threat. Together, we find the courage to keep going.
In a community, we are encouraged. Someone celebrates the poem we almost didn’t share. Someone else says, “Your story sounds a little like mine.” In these moments, writing becomes more than words; it becomes a bridge, a hand extended, a reminder that our experiences carry meaning.
Community also gives us accountability. When we commit to writing alongside others, we are more likely to show up, to honour the ritual of creativity, and to let writing become part of our daily lives. What feels impossible alone becomes possible together.
A Place for You
This is why I’ve created a writing community: a space where writers of all backgrounds can come together, share their words, and find inspiration. For the month of October, we’ll embark on a 31-day writing challenge with daily prompts, poetic and autumnal sparks to light your imagination.
Whether you write privately in your journal or share your pieces aloud, you’ll be supported by a circle of people who understand the courage it takes to write.
✨ Your words matter. Your story matters. And you don’t have to do it alone.
Join Us
I’d love for you to be part of this community. Step into the circle, bring your pen, and let writing be your ritual.
Join the Emerging Writers Circle today!
With the warmest welcome,
Sharla
