Showing 10 of 10 Books, Writing & Ideas groups in Manchester
Would you like to meet other people for some thoughtful discussion, for an adventure into our minds, debating philosophical issues in an environment of curiosity? We are self supporting in that members present issues for us to debate. This means we have fresh ideas and challenges each week. Usually once a month, we examine news items and how the ancients may have seen them. We want to keep philosophy accessible, vibrant, relevant and alive.
Come along to Gulliver's to read aloud your work for friendly, constructive feedback or, if you'd like, just listen to others and get inspired. As usual, please try to limit your reading to around 10 minutes. We also recommend that you upload your drafts to www.orton.io to make it easier for other people to access your work and provide feedback. We also ask that attendees buy at least one drink from the venue. We'll be in the rear function room. See you there!
Join us on Saturday mornings. We’re a friendly group of writers all working on a range of projects. So wether you’re writing a novel, personal blog, poetry or anything else you’re more than welcome to join us. If anyone wants to contact me In bewtween sessions about anything or wants any advice on anything you can contact me by email: SCHEDULE: 10:00 - Quick introductions 💬 10:15 - Timer starts: Write for 1 hour ⌛ 11:15 - The End: Chat, take off, or have a loo break and stretch your legs before the writing again. BEING LATE IS OKAY: Show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. What Should I Bring? 📝 Whatever you need to be able to write! 🎧 Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons while writing. 💻 Please bring your laptops fully charged as there are a few plug sockets in the cafe. GUIDELINES: While the events are free to attend, we will use a cafe to write in, so please thank our hosts by purchasing something. We recommend coming 15 minutes early to have enough time to queue up and get your drinks/snacks. Please avoid bringing outside food/drinks into the cafe.
Manchester Orators was established in 2002 and became a fully chartered Toastmasters group in 2003. It is made up of a friendly group of people that use the proven Toastmasters International programme to help develop their public speaking, presentation and leadership skills. Manchester Orators have helped hundreds of people become better public speakers and leaders. Our group meet on the 2nd Thursday and 4th Thursday of each month in Central Manchester at the Novotel, 21 Dickinson St, Manchester M1 4LX. For more information please visit wwww.manchesterorators.org MEETING DIARY Regular venue: Rylands Suite, 1st Floor, NOVOTEL, Dickinson Street. Regular days; Second and fourth Thursdays Pre-meeting start: 7pm. Meeting start time: 7:30pm. Usual finish time: 9.30 – 9.45pm.
Join us for a fundraising dinner to celebrate 10 years of Manchester's biggest and best book club. All proceeds go to The Mustard Tree, Manchester, a charity combatting povery and preventing homelessness. Please note: Tickets cost £70. Once you've booked your place on Eventbrite, you will receive instructions to make a payment: Your place is only confirmed once payment is placed. We do this to ensure as much money as possible goes to The Mustard Tree!
Join us for our monthly writing workshops at Droylsden Library on the last Saturday of each month. Freewrite, share old/new work, and enjoy the community of fellow writers.
Would you like to join a book club that inspires you to grow. Starting 2024 with setting your intention with Inspirational, Self development books. Hear my voice bookclub bringing you In-person Inspirational, Self development book club to Manchester. Connecting with like-minded people to share and discuss books you love. Book Author selections: Louise Hay, Bob Proctor, Joe Dispenza, Ester & Jerry Hicks, Marianne Williamson, Ed Nylett, Pam Lipford, Oprah Winfrey, Gabrielle Bernstein, Florence Scovel Shine, Deepak Chopra, Paulo Coelho, Bruce Lipton, David Goggins, Napoleon Hill, Neville Goddard Brian Tracey, Tony Robbins & many more There is great inspiration for you all at Hear my voice bookclub Yinka 💕
Hear My Voice Book Club is an inspirational, self-development, non fiction book club. This is not just any book club, at tHear my voice book club you are the author, the main character, the star of the show, bringing life to each of the book we share through each member. For each book I will create a program related to the book that will help you discover how you can use these books to empower your life, your dreams, your desires. Sharing your views, perception with likeminded people & helping each other grow. This inspirational book club is for anyone who is interested in reading inspirational, self-development, motivational, self help, spiritual, awakening, mindfulness, healing, law of attraction, non fiction books. This book club is all about the reader.. YOU. We have a huge level of Online book club events. The in-person book clubs are run at Waterstone Deansgate in Manchester but plans are under way to have one in Stockport and London. Most books chosen will all be available to listen to in audiobook format. This will provide more options to suit all preferences of reading, whether you enjoy audible, books or pdf this book club will chose books that allow for all. As someone who spent many years recovering from a brain injury and unable to read for many years I know the value of listening to books as well as reading. My hope for this book club is to allow everyone to join in regardless of were you live or your circumstances. The group will include open discussion about the books of the month, with likeminded people, meditation, emotional freedom technique and inspirational activities & techniques to connect you to your dreams & desires. Hear my voice book club is for non profit any donations goes into the running of Hevents workshops & one to one sessions. Which have all been created to support You to connect within & live the life You desire. To Create a NEW life You must Create a New Mind. If there are changes You want in Your life, in Yourself and
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals. What to Expect Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing. For more information about our organization, visit
What this group is about Most social spaces reward performance, speed, or status. This one does not. We meet for unhurried, face-to-face conversations about things that actually matter — meaning, friendship, suffering, joy, purpose, and ordinary life. The focus is simple: the experience of being genuinely listened to, and of listening in return. There is no curriculum, no hierarchy, no required reading, and no pressure to be insightful or impressive. The only expectations are curiosity, kindness, and a willingness to listen as carefully as you speak. What this group is about Most social spaces reward performance, speed, or status. This one does not. We meet for unhurried, face-to-face conversations about things that actually matter — meaning, friendship, suffering, joy, purpose, and ordinary life. The focus is simple: the experience of being genuinely listened to, and of listening in return. There is no curriculum, no hierarchy, no required reading, and no pressure to be insightful or impressive. The only expectations are curiosity, kindness, and a willingness to listen as carefully as you speak. What happens at events We sit together in a quiet setting and talk. Conversations are open and unhurried. There are no formal activities, lectures, or exercises. The structure is deliberately light so that real contact can happen. Numbers are kept small by design. The long-term aim is a stable circle of people who gradually come to know and trust one another. Who this is for People who value warmth, patience, honesty, and the capacity to stay with another person’s experience. Who this is not for People primarily looking to network, debate, preach, date, or perform. If you have been looking for a space where presence matters more than performance, you are welcome.