I have to ask...
Let's swap some intel, ok?
Happy Monday. (But is it really? Manic Monday is okay, too.)
Our little community has been growing with new email names, and I’m super excited to welcome y’all. (Texas slang creepin’ in. 🙄)
I want this experiment to feel like a warm, cozy place to land in what’s becoming a darker interweb world every day.
But is it possible to create a ‘home base’ feeling online, whether you're here for the laughs, the insights, or the Substack scoop?
And this isn't just about me – it's about our writer/reader relationship. Something I wrote about in You had me at “Subscribed.” (If you haven’t read it yet, check it out.)
So, I've whipped up a poll to get to know you better.
First, though, here's what I bring to the table:
📝 Mondays with Me: You'll get a fresh dose of laughter, inspiration, and the occasional tear-jerker in your inbox. These stories are my way of turning life's lemons into a narrative lemonade that's equal parts refreshing and thought-provoking. (Remember "Writing Your Truth”? Yep, I saw those sniffles.)
✍️ Scribbling Circles: If you're ready to dip your quill in the inkwell and unleash your own writing voice, join me for a Scribbling Circle. These monthly online writing meet-ups are a blend of meditation and creativity, providing a safe space to explore your inner world and slow down for a minute. (Belly laughs included.)
🚀 "Set Up and Grow Your Substack" Coaching: For those looking to launch or level up their Substack, we'll lay the foundation for a newsletter that welcomes readers with their unique voice and perspective, from crafting the perfect bio to nailing down their niche.
Now, it's your turn. What made you hit "subscribe"?
A glowing rec from gluten-free goddess Liz Pruiett? Curiosity about the "Substacker" movement? A desire to dish with your inner wordsmith?
Spill the beans. What's the one thing you're dying to read about in these dispatches? What would make you shout, "Now THAT'S what I'm talking about!"?
Got something on your mind that's not in the poll? I’m all ears—drop a comment or hit "reply" (even if it’s just to say hey).
Tap that poll link and let me know. Your insights help me tailor this newsletter into something we all love.
Remember, the Skillful Scribbler is a quirky community of word lovers, dream chasers, and story crafters who love to travel and cook. Sound like your jam?
Stay creative,
Jen
P.S. Kristi Koeter and I have organized another Austin Substack meet-up this Tuesday, 4/16, at OPA! It’s a funky cafe with a great vibe. If you’re in the area and want to meet other writers, please join us! Details & RSVP here
P.P.S. We have a date for the May Scribbling Circle!
It’s on for Saturday, May 25th at 5:30pm CT. (I’m getting things organized before I disappear to Morocco!)