Ninja Captain Alex J Cavanaugh created IWSG — because Alex understands we need a place to congregate, insecurity is part of our creative nature, and together we’re stronger.

On the first Wednesday of each month, you can write on any subject related to your writing journey or adopt the option of answering the month’s question. Either way, you’re in safe territory.

If this sounds good to you, sign up here.

IWSG’s Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and the hashtag is #IWSG.

Every month, a specific question is offered, which may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or a story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you struggle with something to say.

Remember, the question is optional!

June 5 question – In this constantly evolving industry, what kind of offering/service do you think the IWSG should consider offering to members?

The awesome co-hosts for the June 5 posting of the IWSG are Liza at Middle Passages, Shannon Lawrence, Melissa Maygrove, and Olga Godim!

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Insecure Writer’s Support Group Website!!!

I’m not sure when I joined the Insecure Writers Support Group. Mid-2008 (I think) when my first novel was released. After searching for almost 10 years for a place where I could belong. I liked IWSG immediately. I was encouraged to share my insecurities without fear of ridicule, and that was a huge game-changer.

Here at IWSG, I’ve developed lifelong friendships with members from across the globe. The world really is a much smaller and friendlier place.

So, in answer to this month’s question: What kind of offering/service do (I) think the IWSG should consider offering to members in this constantly evolving industry?… 

I’m probably not the writer to ask.

The friendships here at IWSG mean more than I can say. Listening and chatting with other members has filled a void that used to haunt me. If I have questions related to writing or marketing, I can search the internet; but where else can I link up with like-minded people who continue to support, encourage, and make me proud to be a writer?

Years ago my mother gave me a pullover/jumper with the caption: “I’m a writer; my mother’s other children are normal.” I still have that pullover. (LOL) No, that’s not my quirky way of suggesting you’re all abnormal. I appreciate our differences and commonalities, and more.

Thank you, Alex, for creating IWSG. It’s a blessing being a member.

Happy Wednesday, everyone.

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joylene

I’m grateful that this particular deer finds comfort resting on our property. I haven’t seen her for a few days which could mean she’s had her fawn somewhere deep in the woods.

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