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{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the COVER DESIGNER: CASSIE BRKICH
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Meet the COVER DESIGNER: CASSIE BRKICH
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December 12, 2025 at 2:30 AM
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the COVER DESIGNER: CASSIE BRKICH
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the COVER DESIGNER: CASSIE BRKICH
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Why you should advertise in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter:
Compared to broader campaigns, niche newsletter advertising can be a more cost-effective way to reach a specific and engaged audience.
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If you’d like to promote your book or writing services, get in touch for more details.
Compared to broader campaigns, niche newsletter advertising can be a more cost-effective way to reach a specific and engaged audience.
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If you’d like to promote your book or writing services, get in touch for more details.
December 10, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Why you should advertise in the Hot Off the Iron newsletter:
Compared to broader campaigns, niche newsletter advertising can be a more cost-effective way to reach a specific and engaged audience.
~~~~~
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services, get in touch for more details.
Compared to broader campaigns, niche newsletter advertising can be a more cost-effective way to reach a specific and engaged audience.
~~~~~
If you’d like to promote your book or writing services, get in touch for more details.
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.
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...
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
Due to the weather, “Our Stories, Our Words” has been postponed until WEDNESDAY, December 3, 10:15-11:15 at the Whitehall Library.
Gain a deeper understanding of the writing and life processes that shape a memoir.
Hope to see you then!
Gain a deeper understanding of the writing and life processes that shape a memoir.
Hope to see you then!
December 2, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Due to the weather, “Our Stories, Our Words” has been postponed until WEDNESDAY, December 3, 10:15-11:15 at the Whitehall Library.
Gain a deeper understanding of the writing and life processes that shape a memoir.
Hope to see you then!
Gain a deeper understanding of the writing and life processes that shape a memoir.
Hope to see you then!
✨ 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?
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...
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
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Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
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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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
{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...
The Ironed Words Writing Retreat last weekend was a huge success!
I wrote two chapters, finished a short story, and got started on another.
The other participant edited ten chapters of her book.
We will do this again in January!
I wrote two chapters, finished a short story, and got started on another.
The other participant edited ten chapters of her book.
We will do this again in January!
November 9, 2025 at 2:54 AM
The Ironed Words Writing Retreat last weekend was a huge success!
I wrote two chapters, finished a short story, and got started on another.
The other participant edited ten chapters of her book.
We will do this again in January!
I wrote two chapters, finished a short story, and got started on another.
The other participant edited ten chapters of her book.
We will do this again in January!
Nailing It
Why subscribing to Building Books™ is a good idea:
Practical tips and advice. Receive actionable advice on everything from writing a compelling query letter to marketing your book.
In November…
🔸Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
🔸Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
Why subscribing to Building Books™ is a good idea:
Practical tips and advice. Receive actionable advice on everything from writing a compelling query letter to marketing your book.
In November…
🔸Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
🔸Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
November 7, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Nailing It
Why subscribing to Building Books™ is a good idea:
Practical tips and advice. Receive actionable advice on everything from writing a compelling query letter to marketing your book.
In November…
🔸Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
🔸Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
Why subscribing to Building Books™ is a good idea:
Practical tips and advice. Receive actionable advice on everything from writing a compelling query letter to marketing your book.
In November…
🔸Meet the PUBLISHER: JOE BIEL
🔸Meet the AUTHOR: MARIA C. PALMER
Think of your book like a vegetable. Some people might find it tough and fibrous. Others may find the crispy, singed bits delightful.
Come stir through the garden of writing opportunities at Ironed Words. Lots to harvest and taste.
IronedWordsProductions.com
Come stir through the garden of writing opportunities at Ironed Words. Lots to harvest and taste.
IronedWordsProductions.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Think of your book like a vegetable. Some people might find it tough and fibrous. Others may find the crispy, singed bits delightful.
Come stir through the garden of writing opportunities at Ironed Words. Lots to harvest and taste.
IronedWordsProductions.com
Come stir through the garden of writing opportunities at Ironed Words. Lots to harvest and taste.
IronedWordsProductions.com
Words of the Month:
“Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.”
“Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.”
October 31, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Words of the Month:
“Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.”
“Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.”
Welcome back to this big book event: the Beaver County Book Fest.
October 26, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Welcome back to this big book event: the Beaver County Book Fest.
The Iron Writing Circle is registering for November. This will be the last session of the year before the December winter break.
Get in on all the writing support, camaraderie, and fun!
Register to reserve your spot: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
Get in on all the writing support, camaraderie, and fun!
Register to reserve your spot: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
October 24, 2025 at 2:20 AM
The Iron Writing Circle is registering for November. This will be the last session of the year before the December winter break.
Get in on all the writing support, camaraderie, and fun!
Register to reserve your spot: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
Get in on all the writing support, camaraderie, and fun!
Register to reserve your spot: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/iron-writing...
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the AUTHOR: JANET ROBERTS
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Meet the AUTHOR: JANET ROBERTS
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
October 22, 2025 at 2:15 AM
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the AUTHOR: JANET ROBERTS
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the AUTHOR: JANET ROBERTS
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Hung out with some cool authors and met some keen writers at the Northland Library earlier this month.
October 19, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Hung out with some cool authors and met some keen writers at the Northland Library earlier this month.
Escape your distractions and get your writing done! Come to the Ironed Words Writing Retreat, Nov. 1-3 in Washington, PA.
🔸Get uninterrupted writing time.
🔸Easily drivable from many cities around Pittsburgh.
Register now: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/fall-2025-ir...
🔸Get uninterrupted writing time.
🔸Easily drivable from many cities around Pittsburgh.
Register now: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/fall-2025-ir...
October 17, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Escape your distractions and get your writing done! Come to the Ironed Words Writing Retreat, Nov. 1-3 in Washington, PA.
🔸Get uninterrupted writing time.
🔸Easily drivable from many cities around Pittsburgh.
Register now: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/fall-2025-ir...
🔸Get uninterrupted writing time.
🔸Easily drivable from many cities around Pittsburgh.
Register now: www.ironedwordsproductions.com/fall-2025-ir...
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the GHOSTWRITER: LISA GRAZAN
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Meet the GHOSTWRITER: LISA GRAZAN
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
October 15, 2025 at 1:34 AM
{New} In the latest episode of the blogcast
Meet the GHOSTWRITER: LISA GRAZAN
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...
Meet the GHOSTWRITER: LISA GRAZAN
ironedwordsproductions.substack.com/s/building-b...