Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!
Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. Post your thoughts on your own blog. Talk about your doubts and the fears you have conquered. Discuss your struggles and triumphs. Offer a word of encouragement for others who are struggling. Visit others in the group and connect with your fellow writer - aim for a dozen new people each time.
Connecting: This page will list those who are participating. It also allows for comments if you have an immediate need. This where we can help one another. Check this page whenever you visit – if you can help a fellow writer, hop over to their blog and offer assistance. Be watching for updates!
Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!
Our Twitter hashtag is #IWSG
*If you sign up and miss one first Wednesday, that's all right! Those who sign up just to advertise or miss two postings in a row will be removed so as not to waste group member's time. Thanks for respecting the purpose of this group!
129 comments:
Alex, you rock.
Thanks, Tessa! Just trying to help others.
Just came from Ciara's blog. Fun idea. Since we're all insecure, all writers qualify.
looks like there are a lot of us insecure writers out there! Thanks Alex.
Thanks for joining us, Theresa and Ann!
So the first one is Wednesday 7th Sept, then?
Brilliant idea! I am definitely joining.
Alex-I don't know if I did this right. I copied the Bar Hop code and posted it in the HTML of one of my posts. Do we key in the code each time we post or only the first Wednesday of each month, which will be 09/07/11?
Jessica, yes! Next Wednesday.
Glad you're with us, Murees!
Thanks for doing this Alex. As someone who's very new to all of this, it's a little intmidating. It's nice to know there's people out there that care.
That is a most excellent idea!!!
Thanks Captain you really do rock~
I'm looking forward to it!
wtf is going on, alex?
i can't enter my own email addy???
http://laughing1wolf.blogspot.com/
This link has already been entered into this linky list. Duplicate links are not allowed so that linky lists will not be spammed or overloaded by readers.
Are you sure you're not already signed up? I you want to send me your email and web address ( alexjcavanaugh at earthlink.net ) I will go into Linky Tools and figure out what is going on.
i did sign up for ellie's trek fest, is that the problem?
i want to use another name, not 'oilcan harry' for this event...
thx for the fix, alex :)
Major excitement happening right now!
I feel a little queasy...
Hey Alex, a few months ago (ok, make that a year) I wanted to conduct a study to find out if there is a significant (statistically) link between insecurity and creativity. I'm quite sure that writers are not the only insecure creatives. Seems I'm not the only one to find a relationship :-)
Wow, talk about good timing. I'm feeling very insecure, so I signed up!
Not sure what I should be doing with the link on my own blog though - time to investigate further...
I just found out about this from a Campaigner, and it sounds like a great idea! I've become a big believer lately in writers supporting each other through the hard times, and I sometimes feel insecure about it. Thanks for putting this group together, Alex!
Thanks for setting this up, Alex. I think this will be really useful to me.
not sure if my link will go thru, but I've posted my first Wednesday effort. Thank you so much Alex - you are indeed an angel-in-disguise [wot I call you in the blog at http://wp.me/pBloo-mb
Marian
ps am on wordpress, so the linky link doesn't work but I think I've made enough refs in the text to link across
I thought "insecure" and "writers" were synonyms. Is it possible that they aren't?
Bear can always learn something. Hope the support group works out well.
Were I a writer, I'd join. But I'm just a Bear. "Bear" and "writer" are not synonyms.
http://chrome-on-the-range.blogspot.com
Yet another great idea, Alex! (I'm back, by the way--hope you had a great summer.) Once a month I might just be able to handle, although I've already missed this month's post. I'll try to get in for October (that sounds so far away!).
I've been reading insecure writers' posts and I just had to join. Coincidentally, I wrote a post about my insecurities last Thursday, before I knew about this club. It's here if anyone's interested: http://superhappyjen.blogspot.com/2011/09/indulge-me-in-bit-of-ramble.html
Though I missed Wednesday I'm afraid. Next month!
I've signed up but missed the 7th Sep so will have to wait til 5th Oct!
I just found out about this today when I was writing a post where I nominated you for a Versatile Blogger award. I hope I am not too late to join. Will do my best to be supportive :)
Writing for newspaper was easier because hard news practically wrote itself. Writing fiction or something personal has been more difficult. A recent change to my blog fits perfectly with what we are doing here. Thanks, Alex.
Okay, so I'm diving in. *gulp*
This will be fun. ;)
♥.•*¨Elizabeth¨*•.♥
Can Alex save Winter from the darkness that hunts her?
YA Paranormal Romance, Darkspell coming fall of 2011!
Captain Ninja Alex.....
I just linked up to your Insecure Writer Group via a shout out on Angela Orlowski-Peart's blog!
Obviously, I didn't get in for the September post, but I'd love to join in for October 5, 2011! I'll add the image to my sidebar - and visit around.
Will there be a theme for our monthly posts? Do members take the month to visit around? (That sounds just up my alley...lol) Sorry for so many questions, but if I'm going to sign up for this, I want to 'do-it-right', whatever that means, right? Ha! Have a great week/month...~ Nadja
Welcome aboard, Nadja!
The theme is just your current insecurity or words of encouragement. (For most of us, one a month won't be difficult.) I encourage participants to visit at least a dozen others. If you can visit everyone, great, but the list is already longer than even I can handle, so I'm hoping everyone gets a visit from someone.
Ok, this looks pretty awesome! I'm going to have to try to jump in the next first-Wednesday! :)
I'll be jumping in the first Wednesday in October. Great idea.
I want to sign up, but can't get linky to work.
Was checking back here to see when the next post was due...since I totally botched my first attempt at this. No excuses, just plain sorry. I don't want to get cut, I truly can be a very good team-mate! Gonna hop over and read some of these so that I'll be in good shape for October. In all seriousness, thanks for undertaking this endeavor. I really need encouragement right now.
Tina @ Life is Good
This is an awesome idea, Alex! So glad I heard about it (you can thank Arlie @ Tossing it Out for that!)
We all need support from time to time, especially we writers! I'm not sure if I know a more insecure group of fabulous people :)
Looking forward to first Wednesday of October!
Jen
Alex I guess I belong here!
Will start the blog hop come the 1st Wednesday of October when I will be posting my first blog for the Insecure Writer's Support Group!
See you soon!
Alex, you're wonderful! Thanks for hosting!
Found out a bit late - had to get a new computer, the old one's motherboard died!
What an awesome idea! Love this!
My sweet, smart blogging friend Robyn "the chocolate lady" insisted that I stay and hold her hand for each of the sessions and so after much soul searching, self muttering if you ask me as to whether a India based short story writer and poetess has a place on this list....I have taken the plunge.
I just hope I haven't shot myself in the foot here.
I'm new and curious... did you create this space just for me? I could use a slap or two. Not hard enough to bruise, but just enough to sting. (now, to figure out how to put the button on my wall)
LOVE IT!
I have now signed up. One day of posting about insecurity each month I think I can handle. Actually I think I've been posting more than that.
Lee
Tossing It Out
I definitely want in... how do you actually join, though? I only joined blogger yesterday, so I don't really know what I'm doing! I'm still trying to find my feet.
Ironically, the same goes for me as a writer, so this sounds perfect!
My first post in now up!
Who Me? Insecure
Aww... Here's big virtual hug. You rock and I can feel how much you want us all to see our dreams come true. The truth is no matter how we each come to this creative art of writing, we are here because there is something inside of us that hears the call of the Muse. I believe that we will all get our voices heard, otherwise we would not have heard the call.
So cool Alex. I missed this in September due to all the internet problems I was having but I will join now. Insecurity seems to be my middle name and it's always nice to be able to share and offer help. Just so happens I've decided to offer some classes. We will see if that is a benefit to others.
Nancy
N. R. Williams, Fantasy Author
Hey everyone, this is my very first post with the Insecure Writer's Support Group. Looking for a little support here! Nice to meet you all!
- http://pensuasion.blogspot.com/
This is awesome, Alex. I am late to the game, just joined group therapy today. I love it. I was busy last month trying to salvage the lost content of my blog to no avail. I have to start over & this is a great way for me to connect and reconnect with other bloggers.
Thanks you. This is a really cool idea.
Melissa
hello alex,
Hope you are well and I hope i did my linky thing correctly. If not let me know please :) This is a fantastic idea. I just hope I manage to find the time and not let anybody down!!
Eve.xxx
I too am very late to the game, as I took September off to be lazy/deal with issues of insecurity/mostly to be lazy.
And in my usual unorganized fashion my first post will be on Thursday!
Can't wait for the first Wednesday in November. Can't wait for November for a multitude of reasons NaNo for 1.
Had the most incredible experience with your Blogfest. Thank you so much. See my other site www.babsinparadise.blogspot.com for details.
Can't wait for the first Wednesday in November. Can't wait for November for a multitude of reasons. NaNo for one.
I had the most incredible experience on your blogfest. for more info see my other site www.babsinparadise.blogspot.com
Thanks for all the things that you do.
Sorry about that. I'm a little cyber challenged and a blond. Think it posted multiple times.
I'm very, very late to the party but having clicked on about 20 names and read what they've been saying, it's a party I'd like to gate crash!
Great idea for all of us 'normal' people. By 'normal' I mean fruit loops :)
Better late than never. Looking forward to it!!!!!
I'm just blown away by the success of this group!
would it be a pain to update my link to my new blog? or should I add the new blog and you delete the old one or what should I do? sorry for being a bother..
Hi, Alex
It's awesome! But what insecurities? Just kiddin'.
Glad to be a part of the group. I hope it's OK if I start my post next month. I'm at the bottom of the earth, and Wed is almost gone! I've already posted for today. :)
Thank you!
Today's post:
http://debragrayelliott.blogspot.com/2011/11/nanowrimo-insecurity.html
Hey, Alex! Wow, how did you know I needed a group like this?? I've selected to link my blog post which I posted just days ago mentioning an incident that occurred recently.
I've had insecure moments, but this one has to be the worst yet. Thank goodness for supportive writers out there! *Smiling* at all my sweet comments.
Looking forward to hopping around the blog list. Thanks, Alex!
Thanks for creating this site, Alex. I'm off now to check out some blogs.
I almost missed today's but it is up now! I will be popping in to read other's posts tomorrow!
Just found you from the November posting. Will there be reminders for the December post, or do I need to stretch my brain? (Scary when I have to do that.)
I just signed up for the second time-- sorry I didn't participate the first time around, but life got really hectic. I'll be sure to post next Wednesday!
LOVE LOVE LOVE this! I'm a late-comer, but I've already written two posts on the topic (scheduled for future posting). Thanks for the great idea!
Great idea! I just found out. Hope to see you all in December.
Wonderful!
See you in December! :)
Alex, I didn't link in this month but I am diligently going through the list. I have found your site so helpful especially when I am desperate for someone to read me. Extra bonus has been finding sites that I thoroughly enjoy, stories that tug at my heart, and writers who feel like old friends. Thank you, Shannon
Okay. I'm hoping on board. This is the right time and the right place for me this month. Will post today, my first Wed.
http://writegame.blogspot.com
Thank you everyone who has joined! I am so amazed by the outpouring for this group and the support you show one another.
Hey Alex, I'm planning to write for the hop on 12/7, and I'd like to use the IWSG icon - how can I get my hands on it?
Thanks!
I am late arriving but I'm here lol Thanks for doing this. I sure need it.
is it just me or are there a LOT of missing in action insecure writers this first wednesday in December. Me, being monkey me, posted mine on Tuesday - got my days mixed up - and needed to repost for today. I have received more support from this site than anywhere else (family included). Thank you again Alex!
I've just joined - hope it's OK if I make this month's posting a few days late?
Sounds like something I could do. My Wednesday blog slot is open since I canceled my weekly serial.
Alex, what a wonderful blog hop. I can't wait to begin 2012 and join the team!
Does anyone know if there's a way to change the link? My URL has changed from what it was at the start of this bloghop and I'd hate for people to go out to the wrong blog. There's a message there re-directing people to the new blog (should they be so inclined) but I'd still like to spare them the trouble if I can.
Should I delete myself and just re-enter with the new URL? Can I delete myself or does someone with admin capabilities have to do that?
I think I'm finally going to join! I hop around to these posts all the time and it's ALWAYS something I need to hear. :)
I'm going to sign up now, but wait till Feb. to post since I've already posted today. :)
Thanks for this!
Thanks for continuing to host this group, Alex! I'm excited about joining in for 2012. :)
Such a great idea!
I'm going to have to sign up for this next month. I have been through a lot of painful, embarrassing things with my writing, including having family members "anonymously" post some really rude reviews of my stories on Amazon.
My new novel, "Our Gal Cal," (recently published by BearManor Fiction) is actually a series of 4 novels in 1 volume. So far, I've heard back from 3 women and 1 man. The women love it. The man doesn't. Where would I publicize my book in a way that women are the ones most likely to buy it?
Alex, thanks for hosting this group! Well, I missed it by a day. I have a really good reason though!! I'll be posting about it on my blog today. 8:30 a.m. central time.
I received some not-so-great medical news yesterday about myself. Not sure what it holds for my future. But, like most of life's hurdles, I find a way of jumping them.
Best of luck in 2012, Insecure Writer's Group!!!
Thanks for the blog hop. I doubt anyone will get to the bottom of the list but still thanks :)
Candy, I'll be praying for you!
Bragon, I will get to the bottom of the list!
Hey Alex, I've been reading your comments on Cassie Mae's site and finally found your blog. I've joined up to enjoy the wallow-fest :) Why does writing come with such depressive lows? I'm looking forward to Wednesday when I can post my insecurities :) Thanks for the link :)
Jade
Oops. Sorry for the inconvenience. I couldn't find my link in the list so I re-linked. Now, I see I'm up there! You can delete one of them off. Thanks. :)
I joined the blog hop months ago but kept missing the First Wednesday event. Today's blog on my website addresses writers' fear. It's comforting to know I am not alone when these insecurities strike. Thanks to all the bloggers for your inspiration.
Joanne, I'll fix it!
Hi Alex - can't you delete my first linky? #241 - it's not attached to the specific post, just the home page. Thank you!
Oops! Sorry if I already sent this, but I wasn't sure if it went through. Can you delete my linky #241? I realized that it was attached to my home page instead of the specific blog post. I signed up correctly this time. Thank you!
After reading lots of these posts over the past few months, I've finally signed up for this. So I start in March :)
It looks like I dropped off the blog hop -- I tried signing up again but it says I've already done so? Just checking -- thanks for the support group I've received some great feedback.
ABnormal, let me see if I can't get you back on the list!
Writing has become a precarious career for me--now that I've cut my blogging down to once a week, I know I can handle this! Sorry for not posting for the past few months. :(
♥.•*¨Elizabeth¨*•.♥
A to Z co-host
#AtoZChallenge
@AprilA2Z
I just found your group and signed up (#266) Hoping it wasn't too late to do so. : /
Thanks, Alex, I really need the group this month!
Very excited - first week that I'm taking part in this :) Thanks for providing such a great group for support!
Alex,
See you over at Brinda Berry's blog all the time. I hopped over here to join the fun!
As I'm sure Alex will tell you, no way is it too late to sign up! I don't believe it'll ever be too late.
Actually, my strategy for checking in with others is to start at the bottom of the list first, to see who's new and check in with them. :))
Welcome!!
Happy IWSG Day!
Hi Alex
I think this is an amazing concept. I joined (#260) because as a writer I really need to be here, but thinking about it logically, my blog does not lend itself to this. The characters from my book write my posts, so it would be wrong for them to to be talking about my insecurities (as real as they are) Because I don't want to waste other people's time, or abuse your system, please can you remove my name. I will however keep an eye on what you guys are doing, but not as an active participant. Thank you for everything
Gwynneth White
Just now stumbling onto this, though I just posted an entry about fear this past Tuesday. Too bad I didn't know about it then!
This was a great idea Alex and I'm definitely in. I'm not sure where to put the list though. I'm not very computer savvy and I'm wondering if I put the list up in a post now? or do I wait for the next 1st Wednesday (April 4 - my bday :) and then put it up? I'm so confused! :P
I've seen this so many times on other peoples blogs, so decided to sign up :)
A great idea!!!!
xx
Is this still an ongoing group? Will anyone be posting this month since it's A to Z Challenge? I will sign up if's it's still a go!
Yes, this group will post April 4 during the Challenge!
Thought I had my link in there but a couple comb overs has produced nothing. Then again, I haven't posted an ISGW post in a long time. But I'm back and ready to post more. ;-)
Just what the doctor ordered. Thanx.
Ta~~Max
What an awesome idea this is. So happy to jump aboard.
Sorry I missed the April 4th post. Though almost every post I made before April would qualify I thin.
Alex, this looks great. I plan to join the group after A to Z.
Thank you for creating this! I am looking forward to checking out everyone's site, and hope that my blog will help other writers out there :)
I've looked at this page in Firefox and Chrome and can't see where to sign up???
Okay, I'm a Follower now but I'm insecure about joining the Insecure Blog Hop! This is a wonderful idea and group, so I'll at least read along for a wee while and consider jumping in. Cheers!
Alex, can you remove Sydney Aaliyah Writes #246 from the blog list. I combined this blog into my main blog Sydney Aaliyah which I have added to the list. Thanks and great idea. I am looking forward to my first first Wednesday.
Alex, can you remove Sydney Aaliyah Writes #246 from the blog list. I combined this blog into my main blog Sydney Aaliyah which I have added to the list. Thanks and great idea. I am looking forward to my first first Wednesday.
I added my blog Bindu Blogs. But is not visible in the links. Should I place my link again to be included?
Sydney, I fixed it!
Bind, your link is now showing - good to go!
Wondering if we have a Twitter hashtag? I used #insecurewritersgroup but that sure is a long one. LOL!
Victory! After 2 months of procrastinating, I've not only joined, I've done my first post. :)
What a great idea Alex! I'm looking forward to reading a bunch of new blogs and making some new online buddies.
Hey Alex, don't know what is going on but I left a comment last night somewhere around Rek's and Melissa's but it isn't there now! Google!!
Well I just said that you definitely need a break, catch up with your family and do not feel guilty. You deserve it!
LATE, but made it! For the record, this is my only commitment (husband excluded).
I popped over here after reading JW Alden's blog and I'm glad I did! Thanks for sharing.
Okay, I signed up. I'm now officially skeered . . . ;)
Alex!
I missed the first Wednesday post because I'd forgotten I signed up for the group! Egads! I went to sign up for it just now and it told me I'd already signed up for it . . . how monumentally stupid is that??!
Chris
**headdesk**
I just found out about this from Mediea Sharif's blog, so I'm pretty sure I missed the first one. But I would really like to join if it's not too late?
Hi Alex!
I just joined and want to make sure I have this correct. Do we have to visit every blog on the list to remain? And can it be done throughout the week? I don't want to get bumped off the list and I want to visit as many as I can.
Please let me know! Thanks.
Jenna Storm
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