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What’s a character you’ve created that you feel particularly connected to?
December 9, 2025 at 2:39 AM
What’s a character you’ve created that you feel particularly connected to?
Every writer should have a writing group they trust and value.
December 8, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Every writer should have a writing group they trust and value.
Whether it’s a writing session at a workshop or retreat, or getting a piece in by deadline, there’s nothing like the crunch to get words on paper.
If I waited around for inspiration to take hold, it probably wouldn’t get done.
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Don't wait for inspiration; create it.
If I waited around for inspiration to take hold, it probably wouldn’t get done.
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Don't wait for inspiration; create it.
December 6, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Whether it’s a writing session at a workshop or retreat, or getting a piece in by deadline, there’s nothing like the crunch to get words on paper.
If I waited around for inspiration to take hold, it probably wouldn’t get done.
~~~
Don't wait for inspiration; create it.
If I waited around for inspiration to take hold, it probably wouldn’t get done.
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Don't wait for inspiration; create it.
A Few Words on Ellipses
The ellipsis (plural: ellipses) is a punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...). Far from being a mere decorative element, the ellipsis is capable of conveying omitted words, lingering thoughts, and dramatic pauses.
Learn more: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
The ellipsis (plural: ellipses) is a punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...). Far from being a mere decorative element, the ellipsis is capable of conveying omitted words, lingering thoughts, and dramatic pauses.
Learn more: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
December 5, 2025 at 2:50 AM
A Few Words on Ellipses
The ellipsis (plural: ellipses) is a punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...). Far from being a mere decorative element, the ellipsis is capable of conveying omitted words, lingering thoughts, and dramatic pauses.
Learn more: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
The ellipsis (plural: ellipses) is a punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...). Far from being a mere decorative element, the ellipsis is capable of conveying omitted words, lingering thoughts, and dramatic pauses.
Learn more: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
Use sensory details to immerse readers in your world.
December 4, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Use sensory details to immerse readers in your world.
Do you write strong characters? Do they dominate the story? Is there a character you can’t shake?
Unwrap your stories and see all the ways you can explore your characters with Ironed Words.
IronedWordsProductions.com
Unwrap your stories and see all the ways you can explore your characters with Ironed Words.
IronedWordsProductions.com
December 3, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Do you write strong characters? Do they dominate the story? Is there a character you can’t shake?
Unwrap your stories and see all the ways you can explore your characters with Ironed Words.
IronedWordsProductions.com
Unwrap your stories and see all the ways you can explore your characters with Ironed Words.
IronedWordsProductions.com
If you could give your past self one piece of writing advice, what would it be?
December 2, 2025 at 2:31 AM
If you could give your past self one piece of writing advice, what would it be?
At any time, I might have several different projects going on at once: a book, a short story, a screenplay, a newsletter, etc. Each one satisfies separate and commingling parts of my soul.
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Your creativity is limitless. Tap into it.
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Your creativity is limitless. Tap into it.
November 29, 2025 at 2:51 AM
At any time, I might have several different projects going on at once: a book, a short story, a screenplay, a newsletter, etc. Each one satisfies separate and commingling parts of my soul.
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Your creativity is limitless. Tap into it.
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Your creativity is limitless. Tap into it.
✨ A Heart Full of Thanks ✨
This time of year always reminds us to pause and reflect on the people and moments that truly matter. It's not about the perfect turkey —it's about connection.
What is one non-food thing you are genuinely grateful for this year?
This time of year always reminds us to pause and reflect on the people and moments that truly matter. It's not about the perfect turkey —it's about connection.
What is one non-food thing you are genuinely grateful for this year?
November 28, 2025 at 2:43 AM
✨ A Heart Full of Thanks ✨
This time of year always reminds us to pause and reflect on the people and moments that truly matter. It's not about the perfect turkey —it's about connection.
What is one non-food thing you are genuinely grateful for this year?
This time of year always reminds us to pause and reflect on the people and moments that truly matter. It's not about the perfect turkey —it's about connection.
What is one non-food thing you are genuinely grateful for this year?
Craft compelling opening lines to hook your audience.
November 27, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Craft compelling opening lines to hook your audience.
Circling Off
The Iron Writing Circle will be on winter break for the month of December. But we’ll kick off the new year with two locations and two schedules to choose from!
Jan. 6, 2026, the writing groups resume.
Learn more here: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
The Iron Writing Circle will be on winter break for the month of December. But we’ll kick off the new year with two locations and two schedules to choose from!
Jan. 6, 2026, the writing groups resume.
Learn more here: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Circling Off
The Iron Writing Circle will be on winter break for the month of December. But we’ll kick off the new year with two locations and two schedules to choose from!
Jan. 6, 2026, the writing groups resume.
Learn more here: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
The Iron Writing Circle will be on winter break for the month of December. But we’ll kick off the new year with two locations and two schedules to choose from!
Jan. 6, 2026, the writing groups resume.
Learn more here: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
What’s the most unexpected source of inspiration you’ve ever found for your writing?
November 25, 2025 at 2:14 AM
What’s the most unexpected source of inspiration you’ve ever found for your writing?
Come hear the writers at the Whitehall Library share their stories with you!
This is a rare chance to hear the raw, unfiltered voices behind the words.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:15-11:15, Whitehall Library, in the cafe.
This is a rare chance to hear the raw, unfiltered voices behind the words.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:15-11:15, Whitehall Library, in the cafe.
November 24, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Come hear the writers at the Whitehall Library share their stories with you!
This is a rare chance to hear the raw, unfiltered voices behind the words.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:15-11:15, Whitehall Library, in the cafe.
This is a rare chance to hear the raw, unfiltered voices behind the words.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:15-11:15, Whitehall Library, in the cafe.
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
November 23, 2025 at 2:24 AM
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
For as much as I struggle to get my words on a page, there’s a satisfying moment at the end when I realize I’ve just created something that didn’t previously exist.
As they say, “I hate writing, but I love to have written.”
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Find joy in the process, not just the destination.
As they say, “I hate writing, but I love to have written.”
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Find joy in the process, not just the destination.
November 22, 2025 at 2:56 AM
For as much as I struggle to get my words on a page, there’s a satisfying moment at the end when I realize I’ve just created something that didn’t previously exist.
As they say, “I hate writing, but I love to have written.”
~~~~~
Find joy in the process, not just the destination.
As they say, “I hate writing, but I love to have written.”
~~~~~
Find joy in the process, not just the destination.
Does your book blurb need a boost?
Stop struggling and start selling! Join our interactive workshop, Book Blurb Blueprint. You’ll write a blurb that will grab — and keep — a reader’s attention.
Let’s make your book stand out!
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
Stop struggling and start selling! Join our interactive workshop, Book Blurb Blueprint. You’ll write a blurb that will grab — and keep — a reader’s attention.
Let’s make your book stand out!
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
November 21, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Does your book blurb need a boost?
Stop struggling and start selling! Join our interactive workshop, Book Blurb Blueprint. You’ll write a blurb that will grab — and keep — a reader’s attention.
Let’s make your book stand out!
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
Stop struggling and start selling! Join our interactive workshop, Book Blurb Blueprint. You’ll write a blurb that will grab — and keep — a reader’s attention.
Let’s make your book stand out!
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
Create strong, relatable characters your readers will care about.
November 20, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Create strong, relatable characters your readers will care about.
Why you should advertise in Hot Off the Iron…
Cost-Effective Marketing: niche newsletter advertising can be more cost-effective for to reaching a specific and engaged audience.
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter, get in touch.
Cost-Effective Marketing: niche newsletter advertising can be more cost-effective for to reaching a specific and engaged audience.
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter, get in touch.
November 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Why you should advertise in Hot Off the Iron…
Cost-Effective Marketing: niche newsletter advertising can be more cost-effective for to reaching a specific and engaged audience.
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter, get in touch.
Cost-Effective Marketing: niche newsletter advertising can be more cost-effective for to reaching a specific and engaged audience.
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter, get in touch.
What’s a writing habit you're trying to cultivate or break?
November 18, 2025 at 3:03 AM
What’s a writing habit you're trying to cultivate or break?
Tired of blurbs that don't sell? Stop leaving sales on the table!
Master the art of tease in Book Blurb Blueprint. In this interactive workshop, you'll craft a blurb that hooks readers and keeps them invested until the final click.
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
Master the art of tease in Book Blurb Blueprint. In this interactive workshop, you'll craft a blurb that hooks readers and keeps them invested until the final click.
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
November 17, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Tired of blurbs that don't sell? Stop leaving sales on the table!
Master the art of tease in Book Blurb Blueprint. In this interactive workshop, you'll craft a blurb that hooks readers and keeps them invested until the final click.
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
Master the art of tease in Book Blurb Blueprint. In this interactive workshop, you'll craft a blurb that hooks readers and keeps them invested until the final click.
Learn more: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/book-blurb-b...
At my first “speed-dating with an editor” event, a prominent figure in the CNF world ripped on my essays.
I took it hard. But after some reflection, I realized she was right. The encounter motivated me to improve my writing.
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Challenges are opportunities for growth in your writing journey.
I took it hard. But after some reflection, I realized she was right. The encounter motivated me to improve my writing.
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Challenges are opportunities for growth in your writing journey.
November 15, 2025 at 2:16 AM
At my first “speed-dating with an editor” event, a prominent figure in the CNF world ripped on my essays.
I took it hard. But after some reflection, I realized she was right. The encounter motivated me to improve my writing.
~~~~~
Challenges are opportunities for growth in your writing journey.
I took it hard. But after some reflection, I realized she was right. The encounter motivated me to improve my writing.
~~~~~
Challenges are opportunities for growth in your writing journey.
A Few Words on Adjectives
Adjectives are descriptive words that modify nouns and pronouns, adding color, detail, and specificity. They help readers visualize and understand the people, places, and things you're describing.
Get more tips for writers: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
Adjectives are descriptive words that modify nouns and pronouns, adding color, detail, and specificity. They help readers visualize and understand the people, places, and things you're describing.
Get more tips for writers: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
November 14, 2025 at 2:21 AM
A Few Words on Adjectives
Adjectives are descriptive words that modify nouns and pronouns, adding color, detail, and specificity. They help readers visualize and understand the people, places, and things you're describing.
Get more tips for writers: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
Adjectives are descriptive words that modify nouns and pronouns, adding color, detail, and specificity. They help readers visualize and understand the people, places, and things you're describing.
Get more tips for writers: open.substack.com/pub/ironedwo...
Develop a unique voice that sets your writing apart.
November 13, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Develop a unique voice that sets your writing apart.
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
November 12, 2025 at 2:32 AM
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
If your writing process had a theme song, what would it be?
November 11, 2025 at 1:54 AM
If your writing process had a theme song, what would it be?