Welcome to The Writing Life
- Deborah Ann Martin
- May 10
- 3 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Welcome to The Writing Life—a space created for anyone who loves words or wants to learn how to use them better.
Whether you dream of writing poetry, telling your story, creating powerful blog posts, or simply journaling your thoughts, this blog is for you. Maybe you're a seasoned writer who’s been at it for years. Or maybe you're just starting and unsure where to begin. Either way, I’m glad you’re here.
This blog is where we’ll explore the art and process of writing in all its forms. From poetry and social media posts to journaling and creative storytelling, this is your space to grow, express, and heal.
Why a Writing Life Welcome Matters to You
At least a couple times a month, I’ll share:
Personal stories from my writing life
Tips and advice to help you write more confidently
Writing prompts and tools to get you started
Reflections on the emotional and mental benefits of writing
Encouragement for those days when writing feels hard
Tools that are out there being used by other writers, that are free or paid
You don’t need to be a professional writer to join this journey. You just need a desire to express yourself and the courage to begin.
Why Writing Matters
Writing helps us slow down and listen to our own thoughts. It’s a tool for healing, clarity, and creativity. It can help you:
Make sense of your emotions
Tell your story on your own terms
Discover ideas you didn’t know you had
Feel more connected to yourself and others
Some want to make it a business
That’s what The Writing Life is all about—offering you a true Writing Life Welcome. A place to explore words, storytelling, and self-discovery.
A Bit About Me
I’m a writer, poet, business owner, veteran, and cancer survivor. I've lived through loss, healing, motherhood, and reinvention. Writing helped me through it all. But this blog isn’t about me—it’s about us. It’s about what we can create together and how words can change our lives.
So welcome, whether you're here for tips, inspiration, or just a quiet place to feel understood. You belong here.
The Prompt Corner
The Prompt Corner is a special place to encourage writing. I want to encourage you to look at the prompts and start writing. Whether you are new to writing or a professional, sometimes, you have to try something new. I hope that you are always inspired to try atleast one thing.
Here are five prompts to help you start your writing journey with us:
Why did you click on this blog today? What are you hoping to find here?
What does “a writing life” mean to you right now—and what do you want it to become?
When was the last time you wrote just for yourself? What did you write about?
Write about a time when words helped you feel seen, understood, or strong.
If your future self could look back at what you write today, what do you hope they’ll see?
There’s no wrong way to answer these. Just start. The rest will come.
Free & Paid Tools to Support Your Writing
We feel every writer should know the tools out there to make their writing life easier, whether it's for personal or professional use. We always welcome your suggestions to add to our resources page on the website. Then each writer can decide if the free or paid versions are right for them. If you need us to do reviews and give our personal opinions, we can do that, but I feel the tool is as personal as the pen we choose to write with. Just let us know.
Penzu – Private online journaling
750words.com – Encourages a daily writing habit
Grammarly – Helps you clean up your writing, if you want to publish or share it
Day One – A journal app that makes writing part of your daily life
Some of the tools listed may include affiliate links. If you choose to use them, it helps support our website at no extra cost to you.
Want more tools? Check out the full list of writing resources in the Resources Tab on our website.
Come Write with Us
If you're looking for a community to write, grow, and heal with, I invite you to visit the Groups Section of this website.
Whether you write for therapy, creativity, or connection, there’s a space here for you.
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