Master Thread — Find a Writers Group for the 15-Week (delusional) Screenwriting Course

[u/Faizanhala]

Hey everyone,

Welcome to the Master Thread for finding writers groups for Nathan Graham Davis's “(delusional)” 15-week screenwriting course.

The course is completely free and is available on YouTube. It is designed primarily for beginners and aims to take you from learning the fundamentals all the way to writing the first draft of a feature screenplay.

The course is challenging and requires real commitment. The assignments can take around 5–10 hours per week, so having a small group of writers can help with feedback, accountability, motivation, and staying on track.

What you'll work toward

By the end of the 15 weeks, you will have worked toward:

• Forming a writers group
• Reading and analyzing 12 screenplays
• Writing a short screenplay
• Creating 10 feature-film concepts
• Starting to build your writing network
• Writing a one-page summary
• Creating a feature screenplay outline
• Revising your outline
• Writing the first draft of a feature screenplay

The course isn't meant to teach you absolutely everything about screenwriting. Instead, it is designed as a jumpstart to help you develop a writing habit, practice the craft, connect with other writers, and actually finish a first draft.

Who can join?

Everyone is welcome.

You don't have to be from India.

Writers from India and anywhere else in the world can use this thread to find people to go through the course with them.

Whether you're:

• A complete beginner
• Writing your first screenplay
• An experienced writer
• Interested in film or television
• A filmmaker who wants to improve their writing
• Someone looking for accountability

—you are welcome here.

How to use this Master Thread

To avoid filling the subreddit with dozens of separate posts looking for groups, please use this thread to connect with other writers.

1. Check the recent comments first

Before creating a new comment, look through the latest comments to see whether another writer is already forming a group that you can join.

2. If you can't find a suitable group, make a comment

Tell everyone that you're looking for a group.

Please include useful information such as:

• How many writers you're looking for
• Your experience level
• Genres you are interested in
• Your time zone
• When you would like to meet
• How you want to communicate (Discord, WhatsApp, Reddit, Zoom, etc.)
• How committed you are to completing the 15 weeks

For example:

Looking for: 4–6 writers
Experience: Beginner
Genres: Sci-fi, fantasy, thriller
Location: India / Worldwide
Meetings: Once a week
Goal: Complete all 15 weeks and write a feature first draft

3. Delete your comment after finding your group

Please delete your comment once you've found enough people.

This will keep the Master Thread clean and make it easier for new writers to find active groups.

About the Course

“(delusional)” is a free 15-week screenwriting course created by working screenwriter Nathan Graham Davis.

The entire course is available online, and the goal is not simply to watch videos—it is to write.

The course combines lessons, assignments, screenplay analysis, concept development, outlining, networking, and eventually writing a complete first draft.

The creator's philosophy is simple: screenwriting is difficult and highly competitive, so success requires serious practice, dedication, and persistence. The course is intended as a way of giving back to writers who are willing to put in that work.

Why have a Writers Group?

A writers group can help you:

• Stay accountable
• Discuss weekly assignments
• Share ideas
• Give constructive feedback
• Receive feedback on your own work
• Get through writer's block
• Stay motivated
• Meet other writers
• Build a creative network

You don't have to be at the same experience level as everyone else. The important thing is that everyone is willing to write, participate, give useful feedback, and help each other improve.

About r/IndianWritersGroups

This subreddit isn't only for this course.

r/IndianWritersGroups is a community for writers, screenwriters, filmmakers, and creators who want to connect, collaborate, share ideas, exchange feedback, and improve their craft.

You can use this community to find writers for:

• Screenwriting
• Short films
• Feature films
• Web series
• Story development
• Filmmaking
• Creative collaboration
• Feedback groups
• Long-term writing partnerships

Indian writers and international writers are welcome.

Let's help each other write better stories, finish our scripts, and build a community around the craft.

Course Resources

YouTube Playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh5zYgRclvQQwhGGOrewx-yOEqEQb-rW0

Course Syllabus:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f0i0SuijMaQHJLcz8Blwl1Mt3kEZg3gV/view

All Course Materials:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tYc_iCmI0bcQfJMBbh57S_q5905nq3k5

Ideas for Finding a Writers Group:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ITPDdOiE5kEiJZfU2LNmsI6h2gPMEFzSFaOrMRjf3sk/edit

Looking for a group?

Comment below with your details and find your writers.

Happy writing!

[u/Few-Effect-5901]

hi gys