#IWSG August. 2023- Conflicts in writing.

Created and hosted by the Ninja himself, Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writers Support Group posts the 1st Wednesday of every month. Click here to learn more or sign up.

Optional Monthly Question: Have you ever written something that afterwards you felt conflicted about? If so, did you let it stay how it was, take it out, or rewrite it?

I seem to write things all the time that cause me to pause afterward. I think it’s part of my process. Sometimes I write things I have no intention to develop, but I have to write it down to know that.

I’m currently rewriting an entire series, but not because there’s a moral conflict. The original simply doesn’t reflect who I am as a writer now so I’m redoing it. Still, I have written some things that might be in conflict with the public appearance I’ve developed over the years- my platform. I’ve considered if it might be worth taking on another pen name to put those out, not to deny that I’m the writer, but to keep a distance from my current fans who may not be into the more edgy/alternative stuff. IDK- I’m still figuring it out.

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Now, on to the personal updates.

I was a little late in posting this message today. I was out of town for a while and returned on a Monday, so the rest of the week was pushed back for me. I thought today was Tuesday. Oops!

Yes, it’s true, the IWSG Book Club has come to an end. I enjoyed being a part of it and will miss it. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread the word about it.

I took some time off from the blogosphere after several problematic encounters. I have since determined that the blogosphere, on the whole, is no longer a safe space for me. I love the IWSG and will continue to participate and lend support and encouragement where I can, but I’m changing the nature of this blog.

Moving forward, this blog is a writing log for me. I’m not looking to acquire fans or followers unless they just happen to show us. If I’m going to be connecting with readers, I’ll be doing that on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or my Patreon (which includes a follow, for Free, option).

I hope you all are doing well- reading, writing, and creating with truth and purpose.

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Have you ever written something that gave you pause?
Where do you connect most with readers?

My response time has gotten slower but I’m still making my rounds.

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After hanging out with Alex, be sure to stop by and visit this month’s co-hosts:
Kate Larkindale,
Diane Burton,
Janet Alcorn, and
Shannon Lawrence!

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Thank you for making it this far down the virtual page. Kudos to you! I’d love to know what you thought of this post in the comments below. Stay safe and be blessed.