Get answers
Ask the questions that come up when you're actually running a freelance business—pricing, clients, scope, workflow, marketing, and more.
A private community for freelance writers
Build your freelance writing business with people who get it.
The Inkwell is a practical, welcoming community where freelance writers can ask real questions, learn from one another, find opportunities, and build stronger businesses together.
14-day money-back guarantee · Cancel anytime · Desktop + mobile access
Inside The Inkwell
“How would you price this project?”
Ask the question. Compare notes. Learn how other freelancers handle the same decisions you do.
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Since
2006
2006
Better together
Freelancing is independent. It doesn't have to be lonely.
There are plenty of places to find advice. The Inkwell gives you people to talk to when the advice needs context.
Learn from writers
See how other freelancers pitch, negotiate, manage clients, solve problems, and make decisions in the real world.
Build relationships
Make genuine connections that can lead to referrals, collaborations, opportunities, accountability, and friendships.
What's inside
Everything you need to feel less alone—and more capable.
The community is intentionally simple: useful conversations, practical resources, direct access to people who understand freelance work, and no pressure to keep up with another noisy social feed.
Community
- Private member discussions
- Direct messaging
- Questions, feedback, and peer support
- Referrals and opportunity sharing
Guidance
- Monthly office hours
- Ask Me Anything sessions
- Business and client guidance
- Peer perspective from working freelancers
Resource Library
- Workshops and courses
- E-books and templates
- Archived learning resources
- Practical tools for freelance work
Member Perks
- Exclusive discounts
- Coach and expert resources
- Member-only opportunities
- Affiliate and collaboration options
Hosted on Heartbeat
One home for conversations, resources, events, and members.
Use The Inkwell from your browser or on mobile. Everything stays organized in one place instead of disappearing into scattered email threads or social media feeds.
Member perspective
“There are a lot of sources out there for starting and running a freelance writing business, but I've gained more useful knowledge from your posts, podcasts, and literature than anywhere else.”
— Heather Jefferson
Meet Liz
Hi, I'm Liz.
I've been making my living as a freelance writer, editor, and content marketer since 2006.
For years, I built my business mostly on my own. Once I became more connected with other freelancers, I realized how much easier it is to make good decisions when you have experienced people to ask.
The Inkwell is the community I wish I'd had earlier: practical, generous, professional, and built around the reality of freelance work.
Membership
Join The Inkwell.
Start with full access to the community, resources, and member events. Stay because it's useful.
Monthly
$6/month
- Full community access
- Resources and member events
- Cancel anytime
Best value
Annual
$60/year
- Full community access
- Resources and member events
- Two months free
Try it for 14 days. If it isn't for you, we'll refund your membership.
In their words
Hear from Inkwell members.
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Questions before you join?
Where is The Inkwell hosted?
The community is hosted on Heartbeat, which you can access on desktop or mobile.
What if I miss a live event?
Many sessions and resources are available afterward so you can catch up when it works for you.
What's the refund policy?
The Inkwell includes a 14-day money-back guarantee. If it is not for you, email inkwell@lizheflin.com within that initial 14-day window for a full refund.
Can I cancel anytime?
Monthly members can cancel at any time and keep access until the current month expires. Annual memberships can be canceled for future renewal, but refunds are not available after the initial 14-day guarantee period.
Is this only for new freelance writers?
No. The Inkwell is designed for writers at different stages who want useful conversation, support, and business perspective.
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