You might not link writing groups with wellbeing and developing a community. However, they are a tried and tested way of connecting with peers, sharing experiences, improving self-efficacy – and, of course, of helping you to make progress with getting your doctorate written.

In this podcast (from about 6mins 30), Dr Kathleen Vacek shares her experiences of a writing group, how it helped her, and offers tips for anyone considering starting their own or going to a writing group.

Resource is a booklet

You might also be interested in this book, edited by Claire Aitchison and Cally Guerin, about writing groups for doctoral education.

The University of Westminster provides resources and exercises which can be used as part of a writing group. They address different phases and stages of the thesis write-up.

Writing groups are sometimes referred to as ‘Shut up and write’ sessions. This blog post from The Thesis Whisperer explores how ‘Shut up and write’ sessions can transform writing from a solitary to a social experience.