Writers Group Interest 0.2023 Writers Group Interest Find out who might be interested in being part of an online writers group. Name* First Last Email* Location Preference: In Person Zoom Meeting Your Preference for Group Sessions Mixed variety (short stories, novel chapters, memoirs, devotionals, etc.) Focus on one category. Specify Preference for Category These type/s of writing most interest me: (check all that apply)* contemporary fiction-drama/romance/humour contemporary fiction-suspense/mystery historical and biblical fiction children/YA memoir (true stories) journalism/essays teaching/academic devotional poetry songwriting plays other Meeting Frequency Preference: Weekly Two-week intervals Monthly Quarterly Meeting Approach Submitting writing in advance for members to review and comment before the meeting. No advance distribution – present/read your work during the meeting Writing proficiency - How would you classify your writing level:* Beginner (e.g., writing is a hobby interest, but I would like to improve) Intermediate (e.g., I have written for others with some encouraging feedback) Proficient – (e.g., I have had some of my work published) Expert – (e.g., multiple published works) My preferred meeting time / day would be: My expectations. What do I want from the group?*Confidentiality: I am prepared to keep comments from the group within the group* Yes No I am a current member of The Word Guild* Yes No To join go to https://thewordguild.com/join/membership/Volunteer Opportunities Group Startup Coordinator Coordinate first session with group members (send message with details around the first session to members, ensure physical space or Zoom coordinates are in place, etc.) Propose session guidelines (e.g., maximum word count per submission, group etiquette, etc.) Help define meeting approach and genres to be covered Periodic updates to The Word Guild writing group coordinators Manage finances (for Zoom account, Facilities, etc.) Session Leader (could be one person or a rotation) Open each session with prayer Act as moderator - maintain order (keep the session on track) Ensure guidelines are being met (supportive non-judgmental feedback stressing the positives while suggesting improvements, no commenting or interrupting from submitters allowed until all members have had a chance to provide their feedback on the submission, etc.) Ensure equal participation (all group members review and critique all others' submissions) Monitor time for each member's submission critique For virtual meetings, control Zoom session – opening session, muting, etc. Close session in prayer and confirm next meeting date Ensure a session leader is assigned for the next group meeting Document any issues or questions for The Word Guild volunteer coordinators to address Ongoing Group Administrator - (could be shared / distributed roles) Maintain group membership list Manage venue (coordinate physical space / manage Zoom account) Submission coordinator for each session to collect, compile and distribute member submissions Receive input from group members on suggested session format changes (meeting frequency, genres covered, session duration, etc.) Monitor the group's chosen private chat facility (e.g., WhatsApp) and taking appropriate action if inappropriate messages appear (with guidance from The Word Guild) Maintain regular communication with The Word Guild volunteer writing group coordinators Prepare periodic updates for The Word Guild newsletter when requested Check all that you might be interested in: Group Startup Coordinator Session Leader (could be one person or a rotation) Ongoing Group Administrator - (could be shared / distributed roles) Comments or Questions: Δ