Shut Up & Write!

Shut Up & Write! is a welcoming, community-based writing session for anyone working on poetry, fiction, a thesis, or even an unfinished email. The Brighton chapter offers structured, distraction-free writing time designed to help participants overcome procrastination, quiet their inner critic, and make steady progress.

The session is not a critique group or reading. Participants may share their projects and discuss successes or challenges, but no one is required to read or show their work. The Brighton sessions are led by a local community member trained as an organizer by Shut Up & Write!

When: Thursday, November 26, 2026

Showtimes: The listed event runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Participants may arrive at 6:15 p.m. for informal conversation and setup. The library closes at 8:00 p.m.

Schedule: From 6:15 to 6:30 p.m., meet at the designated tables and chat with the host and other writers. From 6:30 to 6:40 p.m., participants may briefly introduce themselves and their writing project. From 6:40 to 7:40 p.m., the group writes quietly for one focused hour with a timer. From 7:40 to 7:50 p.m., those who wish may share accomplishments, challenges, or updates.

What to Bring: Participants may bring a laptop, tablet, or notebook.

Ages: The event is categorized for adults, college students, older adults, and young adults ages 20–34.

Language: English.

Registration: No registration is required.

Tickets: Price not available

Venue: Brighton

Location: Meet at the tables on the middle level against the large windows on the adult fiction floor, 40 Academy Hill Rd, Brighton, MA 02135.

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services may be requested through the contact listed by the library or by calling the Brighton Branch at 617-782-6032. The library asks that requests be made at least two weeks in advance.

Contact: kluca@bpl.org