By Kirsten Howard|July 14, 2026
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Get ready to swap convention crowds for a nice pint, a writing prompt, and a room full of fellow fans ready to create something truly unforgettable
Wattpad and Den of Geek are inviting geeks of all writing experience levels to an evening of chat and creativity at The Fandom Writing Club. Taking place at Mission Brewing in San Diego on Friday, July 24, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., this event will offer Comic-Con attendees a chance to connect with fellow storytellers while turning inspiration into fiction
Whether you’ve been outlining a sprawling alternate universe for months, have a canon-divergence story lingering in your drafts, or just straight up love discussing your favorite headcanons over a drink, The Fandom Writing Club is here to bring your creativity to life, with Wattpad and Den of Geek aiming to transform Mission Brewing into a chill writing lounge where you can hang out and collab
The evening will be led by Wattpad’s Head of Content, and published authors, aspiring novelists, hobbyists, fanfiction writers, and even first-time storytellers are encouraged to join in. Whatever your fave genre or writing style, you’ll find like-minded creators ready to swap ideas and share inspiration quicker than Thanos can snap his fingers. Just one of the evening’s highlights will be a series of timed writing sprints to spark creativity. You can choose from a stack of specially curated prompts or embrace your favorite fandoms, tropes, ships, or OG ideas, offering you an opportunity to challenge yourself and see where the evening takes you.
Oh, but it gets better! Attendees will also have the chance to see their work reach an even wider audience by publishing their Writing Club stories on Wattpad using the hashtag #WattpadWritingClub. One standout submission will be selected by the Wattpad and Den of Geek teams to snag a terrific prize: up to a four-page printed excerpt in a future issue of Den of Geek magazine, alongside professionally commissioned artwork. It’s a really cool opportunity for an emerging writer to make the leap from digital storytelling to print publication!
More, you say? Well, you’ll get it, as there’ll also be an exclusive appearance from Wattpad author E.M. Wilson, who’ll be on hand to discuss her work and offer you an advanced, signed copy of her upcoming novel, Break Up For Two. This is your chance not only to meet a rising author and hear about her latest project, but also to take home an exclusive early release
That’s not all. While your creativity might usually run on caffeine, we reckon a free beer might go down just as easily. If you show your Wattpad account when you arrive, your first brew is on us. (If this “free beer” offer didn’t already give it away, this event is strictly for people aged 21 and over; government-issued identification will be required for entry)
So come along! Bring whatever you use to write. Laptop, notebook, tablet, old-timey quill and ink, or perhaps just your trusty phone. Join us for an evening where fandom, friendship, and creativity come together. Your next great story has been itching for the right moment to begin. This could be that moment
