Everyone has a well of creativity in them, but sometimes it takes a little work to tap into it. My hope with Inksmithing is to deliver thoughtful writing prompts and exercises, creative inspiration, my own recommendations for books and music and art that have moved me, and the odd bit of witchery or folklore — all with the aim of sparking something in you, the reader. Whether you take that spark and turn it into something to share with the world, or you just enjoy the slow, quiet burn of feeling a little more connected to the magic surrounding you, it’s up to you.

Check out the archives here, or get started with this series on Building Realistic Characters, this piece on The Landscape Within, this one on finding your way into story, or this one on atmospheric writing.

And if you’re on Bluesky, I also post daily micro fiction under @moon-eyed-fox.bsky.social, if you like the sometimes cozy and sometimes creepy.