The Inkwell
Welcome Home to Your Writing Practice
You love writing. It’s how you make sense of yourself and the world. Maybe it’s a just-for-you practice, or maybe you have big aspirations for your creative life. But between work, family, and everything else, your writing keeps falling to the bottom of the to-do list—or even off the to-do list.
The Inkwell helps you find your way back, with structure, encouragement, and community designed to weave seamlessly into real life.
It’s not about writing more.
It’s about writing still.
Or writing again.
Are You an Inkwell Author?
The Inkwell is for writers at any stage in their journeys who:
Find writing fulfilling but struggle to find time or momentum
Want accountability that’s kind, not pushy
Thrive with structure but resist rigid rules
Crave connection with people who get it
Are ready to rebuild trust with their creativity
If that’s you, you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Find Inside
Every Inkwell member gets access to a supportive, judgment-free community where writing feels possible—and fun—again. You’ll rebuild consistency, confidence, and connection, one small win at a time.
All Members Receive these Core Benefits:
A welcoming private community (off social media, for a change!)
Monthly craft themes + prompts
The full Resource Library of guides, replays, and exercises
Weekly email pep talks and prompts
Encouragement that meets you where you are
Choose Your Inkwell Tier
Start where you are. You can always upgrade as your writing practice evolves.
✏️ Inkwell Essential — $30/month | $299/year (save two months)
A steady rhythm for your writing life.
Reconnect with your words through monthly themes, prompts, and a warm, judgment-free community that celebrates small wins.
Includes:
Full community access + monthly discussions
Monthly craft themes + writing prompts
Complete Resource Library of guides & replays
Progress trackers + reflection prompts
→ Perfect for writers rebuilding creative consistency.
🖊️ Inkwell Plus — $55/month | $549/year (save two months)
Structure and support to build lasting habits.
For writers who want more live energy, connection, and accountability to keep their momentum.
Includes everything in Essential, plus:
Two guided co-writes with Sarah each month
Ongoing group support and accountability via Voxer
Exclusive perks & member discounts
→ Our most popular tier — the sweet spot between freedom and structure.
🪶 Inkwell Deep Dive — $110/month | $1,099/year (save two months)
Personalized support for deeper growth.
Get one-on-one guidance while staying anchored in the group energy and structure of The Inkwell community.
Includes everything in Plus, plus:
Monthly 30-minute 1:1 coaching call with Sarah
Personalized feedback & goal-setting
Priority access to retreats & intensives
Priority access and steep discounts for additional 1:1 coaching
→ Deep Dive spaces are limited to keep support personal.
Testimonials
“As an author, this has been life-changing.” -Stefania R.
“Through…The Inkwell, Welch is addressing a crucial need in Austin’s creative landscape: creating spaces where busy professionals can nurture their artistic ambitions without sacrificing their other commitments.” - The Austin American-Statesman
Why It Works
The Inkwell is built for real writers with real lives.
You don’t need more discipline. You don’t need more time. You need a framework that honors the energy, time, and creativity you already have.
The Inkwell turns writing from a thing you “should” do into something you get to do again.
How It Works
Join anytime — your membership begins the day you sign up.
Get instant access to the full library and current month’s theme.
Attend live co-writes or write on your own schedule.
Cancel anytime — no contracts, no guilt.
Annual options available — save two months when you pay yearly.
Hi, I’m Sarah.
Hi, I’m Sarah Welch, writer, editor, and founder of The Inkwell.
I’ve spent over a decade helping authors write their stories and grow their creative confidence.
As a mom, author, and business owner, I know how easy it is for notebooks to gather dust.
The Inkwell is the space I wish I’d had when I was trying to keep my words alive through the chaos.
Not Ready Yet? Start Small
Try a free challenge or guide to dip your toes in.
10 Tips + 20 Prompts Guide
Simple, sustainable ways to start writing again.
2-Week Writing Reset Challenge
Reconnect with your creativity in just a few minutes a day.
Join The Inkwell Today
Your writing matters.
You deserve a space that helps you show up for it, consistently and joyfully.
Choose your tier and start where you are.
Inkwell FAQ
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Absolutely! The Inkwell welcomes fiction and creative nonfiction writers of all stages. Whether you’re in the middle of a WIP or staring at a blank page, you’ll find encouragement and inspiration here.
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There’s no “behind.” The Inkwell is designed to ebb and flow with your life. And believe me, we all know how that goes.
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Every author has their own rituals and preferences and views on writing as a solo or group activity, and the Inkwell’s three tiers reflect that! The Essential tier offers primarily asynchronous guidance, while the higher levels incorporate more live, group-oriented events.
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Each tier adds a different level of live support from Sarah and community engagement. Essential keeps you connected, Plus gives more guided structure, and Deep Dive offers individualized coaching.
Start where you are. Most new members join Inkwell Essential to get a feel for the rhythm of the community. You can upgrade anytime if you’d like more structure, live sessions, or personal support. There’s no wrong place to begin.
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Absolutely! You can upgrade or downgrade anytime from your member account. Changes take effect on your next billing cycle — no penalties, no hassle.
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I hope you’ll stick around for a while, but all memberships are month-to-month, and you can cancel anytime with one click. Annual options are available for members who prefer to save on their subscription.
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Not in the Essential or Plus tiers. But because Sarah provides individual coaching to Deep Dive members, spots are capped in that tier. If it’s full, you can join the waitlist and get first access when space opens.
Inkwell Resource Archive
All these resources (and more) are available to Inkwell members at no additional cost.
