Is love in the air for February? 2026 just seems to feel different for many reasons, and maybe love is there for some. Anyone seeing Wuthering Heights? However, I do think that (overall) I dislike February because it feels like my March mortgage payment rolls around a lot faster. That being said, it's also a new month and being the first Wednesday, it is time for the Insecure Writer's Support Group. This is a monthly blogfest, and it's sign-up is on this page (if you'd like to join). So, what is the Insecure Writer's Support Group? Let's answer that question below.
What is the purpose of the IWSG?: It's 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.
When do y'all Post?: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. That's when you should post your thoughts on your own blog or talk about your doubts and the fears you have conquered. You can discuss your struggles and triumphs and offer a word of encouragement for others who are struggling. As part of the whole experience, you should visit others in the group and connect with your fellow writer - aim for a dozen new people each time - and return comments. Be sure to link to this page and display the badge in your post. And please be sure your avatar links back to your blog. Otherwise, when you leave a comment, people can't find you to comment back.
Let’s rock the neurotic writing world.
The X (formerly Twitter) handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.
The awesome co-hosts for the February 4th posting of the IWSG are J Lenni Dorner, Victoria Marie Lees, and Sandra Cox!
Now, every month the IWSG announces a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say.
February 4th question - Many writers have written about the experience of rereading their work years later. Have you reread any of your early works? What was that experience like for you?
I was pleasantly surprised when I reread some works that I'd written a few years earlier. I also noticed that there were mistakes that leapt out at me that seemed invisible at the time. I think it's a strange phenomenon to get so used to a thing that you can no longer see the mistakes and must rely on someone else to point them out.
Thanks for visiting and see you next month :).
