r/writing

Frequently asked questions

Who is r/writing for?

Best for Writers enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.

Is r/writing free to join?

This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.

How many members does r/writing have?

Roughly 3.4M members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.

What platform is r/writing on?

r/writing runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.

What topics does r/writing cover?

On the Hive Index, r/writing is organized under Writers.

How do I join r/writing?

You can join r/writing by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.

What are the Writing communities like?

Communities for writers of all kinds, from fiction and screenwriting to technical writing and journalism. Discord and Reddit have large general writing communities for feedback and accountability, with more specialized groups for specific genres, craft topics, and publication paths like self-publishing and traditional querying.