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BWGA is a professional organization that supports writers of various literary backgrounds. We are an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for writers in a very competitive industry. BWGA was established as a network of over 500 creative literary professionals nationwide. With our diverse background and extraordinary pool

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We travel as we live. We don't just dream, we take action!:) We focus our travel on international destinations: Brazil, Ghana, Europe, Greece, South Africa, Egypt, Costa Rica and more! We love immersing ourselves in other cultures! Our gatherings are scheduled only around our scheduled trips, with orientations and visits to exhibits which wil

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Meet kindred book lovers! Read Fiction or non-fiction, write reviews, and discuss the books and the reviews. The best reviews will be published on the Indigocafe.com site. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!

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BWGA is a professional organization that supports writers of various literary backgrounds. We are an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for writers in a very competitive industry. BWGA was established as a network of over 500 creative literary professionals nationwide. With our diverse background and extraordinary pool

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Meet with book lovers to discuss literature written by African-American and Latino authors.We will not just meet to discuss the chosen book for the month it will also be reviewed and reviews will be shared with authors and publishers. Members will be informed of publishing news,events,workshops and seminars. We will host guest speakers , author

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A.L. Lit Fans
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Meet kindred book lovers in a local Meetup Book Club! Fiction or non-fiction, paperback or hardcover, you?ll read a new book every month. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!

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Craig
I pledged

 Black African Consciousness Collective: to discuss, edify and study how Black African Consciousness can allow Black people to coalesce economically, politically, spiritually and culturally toward a collective Consciousness. 

Roselle, NJ Jul 3, 2008
New York, NY Jun 30, 2008
niara
I pledged
New York, NY Jun 29, 2008
Leia Medlock
New York, NY Jun 29, 2008
New York, NY Jun 17, 2008
Zakiya
I pledged
New York, NY Jun 15, 2008
Arviance

 I spend most of my time reading children's books. I would like to join the adult world and read more adult books. I want to join a group of people who like to read and know good books. 

New York, NY Jun 14, 2008
Gregory
Cranford, NJ Jun 11, 2008
Shy
New York, NY Jun 5, 2008
Natassja
Bronx, NY Jun 2, 2008
G
I pledged
G

 I want to develop new long-lasting friendships and network with everyone. Peace... 

Brooklyn, NY May 30, 2008
Cassie
I pledged

 Hello, My name is Cassandra but I like to be called Cassie for short I am a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 1. In my spare time I am a girl scout leader, love bowling going to the movies tanking walks around new york. 

Astoria, NY May 21, 2008

 I want these local Meetups because I want to get involved and meet people with the same interest as I have. 

Newark, NJ May 18, 2008
Dee
Dee
New York, NY May 16, 2008
Dwayne John

 I would like to join this Meetup because I was invited and told there are many opportunities for me here. 

New York, NY May 13, 2008
Alicia Pender

 financial empowerment 

Brooklyn, NY May 3, 2008
evelyn
I pledged

 stephen king is my all time favorite author and well who doesnt like to be scared? 

Bronx, NY May 1, 2008
Monique Lewis
Brooklyn, NY Apr 26, 2008
Darius
New York, NY Apr 25, 2008
Corey Aaron Burkes

 Hello! My name is Corey (seen here with the boss, Monica). I am a writer with an uncontrollable desire to improve and gain different skills to entertain an audience. Sort of a ronin samurai writer ... classic pen/sword connection (smile) 

New York, NY Apr 18, 2008
Simone
Bronx, NY Apr 16, 2008
Karen
I pledged

 Hello, Everyone. My husband passed away in 2006 and the grieving process seems to be more difficult to handle. Would like to meet other widows and widowers to share ideas and encouraging words. 

Bronx, NY Apr 12, 2008
I pledged

 Hello I am new writer for children stories and I would like help with which way to go with publishing and critic of the book. And I would like to meet people outside of my business child care. I have a lot of experience to share. 

Bronx, NY Apr 11, 2008
Mount Vernon, NY Apr 11, 2008
Ruth
I pledged
Fresh Meadows, NY Apr 10, 2008
makeda
New York, NY Apr 8, 2008
Belinda

 Hi guys, I'm from London, England and I've been in New York for a few months. I'm here working as a correspondent for a newspaper back home. I've always loved NYC and it'll probably become my home... but would love to meet some new peeps... 

New York, NY Mar 20, 2008
Dede
New York, NY Mar 17, 2008
andrea wilson
New York, NY Mar 16, 2008
Peaches
I pledged

 Hello, Im looking to expand my social networking group, meet connect and make new friends. 

New Brunswick, NJ Feb 22, 2008
Denise
Garfield, NJ Feb 15, 2008
I pledged

 It is an awesome way to make new friends, build new networks, and be around like minded people. 

New York, NY Feb 12, 2008
stacie
I pledged

 I want these local Meetups because i want to share community with like minded souls. 

New York, NY Feb 12, 2008
Maurice
I pledged

 Hi...looking to get out...meet for fun and friendship. 

Flushing, NY Jan 30, 2008
West Harrison, NY Jan 15, 2008
Carla

 Hi my name is Carla, I am still a beginner, although, I have been crocheting for years. I have not learned using any patterns or particular stitch. (I think I only know 2 LOL). Please help!! 

Bronx, NY Jan 12, 2008
Anisha
I pledged
Long Island City, NY Jan 12, 2008
Purchase, NY Dec 6, 2007
Mo
I pledged
Mo

 I need to get out and meet new people. 

Bronx, NY Dec 6, 2007
Regina

 I am definitely very interested in this group! As someone who is learned to "live in the moment", I felt this group will support my efforts and meet great people in the process. :-) 

Brooklyn, NY Nov 19, 2007
I pledged

 Being from both worlds, black and latino, I'm a freshed settled professionnal in the City, and gladly looking forward to mingle and network. 

New York, NY Nov 13, 2007
Michelle
I pledged

 Blessings! I try daily to be made in the image of Christ. My Father has given me the gift to write. I am an undergraduate student, and in all my academic papers, His word pours out of me. I think it would be great to meet up with Christian writers! 

Cambria Heights, NY Nov 12, 2007
New York, NY Nov 5, 2007
CC Cowan

 Hello Friends, I'm C.C. Cowan, author of "Life Through My Eyes" a compilation of Short Stories & Poetry available in stores/online September 23, 2007. About the book: Hurray, where in our second print run!! 

Brooklyn, NY Nov 5, 2007
Bronx, NY Nov 5, 2007

 My name is Denise Campbell. I have been a writer and copyeditor for over five years. I recently launched my Creative Services business, GoldenPen Ink a full service writing, editing and presentation vnture, in New York City and a frequent writer fr 

Springfield Gardens, NY Nov 5, 2007
Christina
Bronx, NY Nov 5, 2007
I pledged

 An enigma-26 people in Newark, Irvington, East Orange show interest in writers group. Being a group organizer is not my thing. Surely one of you are ? Idea: Meeting at a library on a Saturday to see who's "Truly" interested in forming a group. 

Irvington, NJ Nov 2, 2007
Nicola Myers
Bridgeport, CT Oct 31, 2007
King OMO

 I expect to meet great people; to grow and interact in the process of rediscovery and on a lighter note to meet my Queen. 

New York, NY Oct 27, 2007

 i love african music!!! 

New York, NY Oct 3, 2007
Adjua Michelle
Brooklyn, NY Sep 27, 2007
Caprice
New York, NY Sep 25, 2007
cecie

 I want these local Meetups because I will be new to the city and would like to meet like minded people to feel comfortable with 

New York, NY Sep 23, 2007
De Voraah Pinckney

 I want these local Meetups because , I am looking to meet and network with likeminded people. I am the founder of Lady Diva Entertainment Inc. This is an opportunity to help each other meet our goals as black business owners and professionals. 

New York, NY Sep 18, 2007
Natadiah
Jamaica, NY Sep 18, 2007

 I want local Fatherless Daughters Meetups because I feel a connection thst the population of women that do not havre a father 

New York, NY Sep 6, 2007
Derrick
New York, NY Sep 5, 2007
Mackens Audena

 I want these local Meetups because I want to meet professionals of like mind. 

New York, NY Sep 4, 2007
Bronx, NY Sep 4, 2007

 I have been natural for 3 years. I want these local Meetups because I would like learn and share ideas about natural hair! 

New York, NY Sep 1, 2007
Andrea
New York, NY Aug 21, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because it gives me the opportunity to stay abreast with like minded people and endless networking opportunities as well 

Jamaica, NY Aug 20, 2007

 Interested in African and Black diasporan isssues, and also being around like-minded conscious people. 

Brooklyn, NY Aug 16, 2007

 My name is Tobias Ariel Fox also writing under the penname TERRY B. I am co-author of Dancer's Paradise: An Erotic Journey, At Midnight: Choice Fowler's Story, and Dirty Justice: Who Killed Mommy. 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007

 hi i am darin c a poet in developement from trenton nj. i am interesting in reading some of my pieces publicly.i would also like to correspond with other artists.to gain a greater undrestsnding of this craft. 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Dwayne Howard

 Greetings, I am a screenwriter interested in meeting other writers in the New Jersey area. 

New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
shacora welch

 Hello My name is Shacora and I am a believer in Christ! I go to church in East Orange and I am looking for some encouragement as well! 

East Orange, NJ Aug 15, 2007
RAVENWILLIAMSON
New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
Monmouth Junction, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Allen
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
Surayah

 Look forward to meeting you guys. 

Brooklyn, NY Aug 15, 2007

 My name is George Cook and I am a newly se;f published author. My book is titled Let's Talk honestly "My poetry" and my website is at www.letstalkhonestly.com. I am from Hillside NJ. 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Sara Ismail

 I have just retired, and finally have some time to meet people and enjoy cultural activities and travel. I love NYC...the art and History museums, music, dance, cathdrals, restaurants, simply walking on th streets and the ethnicity of all. 

Edison, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Nikita
I pledged

 I worship at a very large church and am very active but it's always nice to meet new christians to study in a social setting. 

Montclair, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Tia
New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
Hugh Smith

 "Hi, I'm from the Bronx currently living in the NJ suburbs and working on a collection of short stories. I don't know many writers and would love the chance to get to know some of you." 

Scotch Plains, NJ Aug 15, 2007
New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
Connie

 I'd love to network, love BBQ and love to travel. 

Bayonne, NJ Aug 15, 2007

 Hello, I am a spoken word poet and entrepreneur. I founded a consulting and coaching company: Eduvise LLC. I am interested in the spirit of sharing and writing. I am excited about meeting the members. 

New York, NY Aug 15, 2007
Michelle

 I want local Writer's Block Meetups because I know I am a writer at heart. The problem is my writing stays in my heart and won't come out! 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007

 Hello, My name is D.L. Walton (not on the DOWN LOW). I'm a college administrator at a local county college. author of Choices for Youth. (critical thinking and character edu.) love people. 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007

 I've had my life compared to Jennifer Lopez's character 'Slim' in the movie Enough. I am a survivor of domestic violence, twice, and presently at work writing the proposal for my memoir. I look forward to embracing the literary world. 

Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Erica
Irvington, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Antoinette

 Hi fellow writers, I am Antoinette. I've been a writer for a very long time but my published pieces all exist in school lit magazines or on the hard drive of my computer. I need to connect with other writers and gain more confidence in my abilities. 

Irvington, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Staten Island, NY Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
tiajuana
Bronx, NY Aug 15, 2007
Newark, NJ Aug 15, 2007
Martine

 I love to taste new wines 

New York, NY Aug 13, 2007
Mia Kai Simonne
New York, NY Aug 12, 2007
genelle
Brooklyn, NY Aug 12, 2007
Melissa Morgan
New York, NY Aug 3, 2007
vhunter

 I want these local Meetups because I am becoming even more culturely aware than I was in college. I want to interact with like-minded folks, too. 

Newark, NJ Jul 4, 2007
AYO OGUN
Brooklyn, NY Jul 1, 2007
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