About
Ink & TearsBy highlighting the school-of-hard-knocks writing lessons we’ve learned with personal experiences and data-driven, no-fluff advice we improve our writing craft. Laugh, or cry — but leave it all on the page.
Note from the editor
We’re a community-focused publication that fosters a grow-together dynamic. We evolve together as writers by highlighting the school-of-hard-knocks writing lessons we’ve learned through personal experiences and data-driven, no-fluff advice. Writing is a craft; part glitter, part witchcraft. Being a writer takes time, effort, learning, elbow grease, and a little zhush. Ink & Tears is about helping you improve that written voodoo that you do. Laugh, or cry — but leave it all on the page.
Editors
Robin Wilding 💎
Pro Writer • Amateur Twatopotamus • (Medium) Shit Disturber • Knobhead of the Year 2022 • Possibly a Dude
Coach Robin 🫠
Helping others grow on Medium with a little wit, a big pair of sassy pants, and facts. My Mom Thinks I'm Cool. https://www.youtube.com/@robin_wilding
Claire Kelly
MEMBER SINCE FEB 2021. Spirituality and poetry are my passions by night, and I'm a content writer under daylight. I'm a boost nominator at Write Under the Moon
Jim Mercurio
Screenwriter/Filmmaker—Top writer satire and screenwriting. Writer: MuddyUm, Slackjaw, Ink & Tears, Frazzled, Emoshitstorm. Owner: Screenwriting & Storytelling.
Writers
Debra G. Harman, MEd.
Boost Nominator | Publisher | Writer | Editor --Welcome to my world! I came to Medium as a writer, and things got bigger fast. Parasol Publications.
The Sturg (Gerald Sturgill)
Gay, disabled in an RV, Cali-NY-PA, Boost Nominator. New Writers Welcome, The Taoist Online, Badform. Owner of International Indie Collective pubs.
Patrick Stewart
Father | Husband | Taoist Learner | Author | Publisher for The Taoist Online | Website: https://thetaoistcorner.net
Jason Provencio
Award-winning writer and wildlife photographer. Social Justice supporter, LGBTQ ally and Dad. Owner of Bouncin’ and Behavin’ Blogs. &:^)
Christopher Robin
Apparently I put the AB prefix in front of normal. Recovering alcoholic, humorist, contemplatist, essayist, averagest, editor of my own reality.
Mark Suroviec, M.Ed.
Ambassador of Fun | Top Writer in Satire | Sucks at Twitter @workplaysol | Game-Maker-Upper | Owner, WorkPlay Solutions.
Tannille ⭐️
Fiction writer. Blogger. Comedian in own mind. Whipped by The Muse. Writing group facilitator/instructor. Tannille.com or thewritingasylum.com
Brian Dickens Barrabee
Very much involved with the world and likes nothing better than writing about its absurdities. Award winning author who guarantees a laugh or two a story.
Walter Rhein
I have 10+ years experience as a certified English and Physics teacher. 20+ years of experience as an editor, journalist, blogger and novelist.
Binky Ink Writing
Fiction Writer of many genres. Owner of a Supernatural Fiction pub. https://binkyproductions.com/books/ https://medium.com/dominium-tenebrarum-the-underworld
Roz Warren, Writing Coach
Writing Coach and Editor Roz Warren (roSwarren@gmail.com) will help you improve and publish your work.
Rene Volpi Jr.
Storytelling, true adventures and essays. I tame lions & sharks :) Sailed from Argentina and I'll change the world with my pen. https://renegvolpi.substack.com
Jenny Lane
An overthinking human who writes to make room in her mind and peace in our hearts. Art and words are my love letters to the world.
Preethi 🫧
As a freelance writer, I create captivating narratives through informative articles and inspiring poetry.
Lauren Coggins
Writer, editor, ghostwriter, change pro • 3x Top Writer • Taking a break from calls to action
Diona L. Reeves
Thrives on being nicheless! Writes about life lessons, creativity, organization, and more.
Lilith Helstrom
I talk about religion, sex, emotions, and life. Whatever I happen to be thinking about that I think might be interesting. Top Writer in multiple categories.
Barnabas Smith
I am a poet based in Boulder County, Colorado. I write about poetry, mysticism, anarchism, and all the ways they intersect. https://linktr.ee/barnabasprime
CarolF
I write diverse stuff in British English. I use the S over the Z and keep the Oxford comma for special occasions. Editor of The Parenting Portal.
Niki Tisza
Part-time writer with a 9-to-5 job in UX Design & Research → https://nikitisza.substack.com/
Bette A. Ludwig 🔍 PhD
Former Academic➟ Boosted & Versatile Writer ➟ 🌪️Passions: Education❖PSY❖Personal Development❖Leadership❖Mental Health ⇝Sharing Humor▪️Insights▪️Facts▪️Research
Sean Berry
One time Top Writer in Gaming–true story! Founder of Crossplay. Twitch/YouTube content creator. Podcast listener. Hip Hop/R&B lover. Welcome to my variety show!
Brandon Ellrich
I write satire, LGBTQ, and cat stories. I'm an author/freelance writer. I have a B.S. in psychology and my goal in writing is to evoke emotion from the reader.
Lucinda Munro Cook
Story-teller. Transnational. LGBTQ. Mobius Crochet . Editor A-Culturated https://medium.com/a-culturated, A-Neka Indonesia https://medium.com/a-neka-indonesia
Evelyn Ann Rose
Spiritual gangsta Mom digging deep, one snarky insight at a time. Visit my blog at themindfulmystics.com
Nanie Hurley 🌿
Bookworm, gamer, mom, writer, vegan, and human. I write about things that bring me joy. Top Writer in Books & Sustainability.
Michele Kaider-Korol
Author of short stories, essays, humor & poetry. Favorite quote: Reading is Like Breathing in; Writing is Like Breathing out-- Pam Allyn
Every Day Life Improvement
3x Top writer MSc in Agriculture and Sustainable Development Graduate from RMAS https://sites.google.com/view/everyday-life-improvement/home
Jim Mercurio
Screenwriter/Filmmaker—Top writer satire and screenwriting. Writer: MuddyUm, Slackjaw, Ink & Tears, Frazzled, Emoshitstorm. Owner: Screenwriting & Storytelling.
Kristina God, MBA
Bestselling Substack writer I Marketing Expert I Top Writer I Helps you write, market and monetize your writing.⚡ Sign up: https://kristinagod.substack.com/ ⚡
Ranuka Dharmaratne
I'm a writer, dreamer, and adventurer, always seeking out new experiences and stories to share. Follow me as I explore the world and discover new perspectives
Steven Toews, JD, MBA
I help working professionals find fulfillment and increase income by writing online. untetheredlife.info
Zelma Garza
Mexican Living Abroad. Amateur writer about self-improvement, friendship, traveling, running, and anything else I learn
Elle Becker
I pull words from my brain, and I spit them out here. I love all dogs, good books, cheese, and nice humans, in that order. I'm a Rare Bird - ask me about that.
Nicola
Personal essay & short fiction writer. Writing about the ebbs & flows of this one beautiful life. Making space to craft stories and cultivate curiosities. 🧠⚡️
Nedislav Ivanov
Welcome to the brain dump of life wisdom straight from my Gemini head. No clichés, no BS—just the unsolicited blessing you never knew you needed.
Shauna Anderson
Shauna sleeps with the window open in winter, won't choose between chocolate and peanut butter, and lives for the next brawny adjective.
Kris Downey
I’m a woman who pays attention and enjoys sharing the absurd things I notice. My humor essay collection and less-humorous memoir are in the works..
Jüst Ølî
Travelled all over the world, settled in Japan. I write about self improvement, food, travel, advertising & marketing, copywriting and Japan. And my cats 🐈
Martin Reaves
A writer and musician. Six decades in and still trying to figure it out. Join me, won't you? https://www.amazon.com/stores/Martin-Reaves/author/B005DI98LG
Alberto Cabas Vidani
10+ years helping Italians build content businesses. Rebuilding from scratch in English. Become an unstoppable creator: https://link.albertocabasvidani.com/ucs
Boysie Gordon
Scaled sustainably to $2.5M • I help digital businesses scale rapidly by building sales infrastructure⇀ bluepathstrategies.com
Carl Jeffers
Writing & building my personal brand Join my newsletter for tips on both https://tinyurl.com/TheFabledwordsNewsletter Business Enquiries: Fabledwords@gmail.com
Andre Begin
Writer, blogger, humourist and screenwriter, sharing stories about writing, running, rural life, playing butler to a high-maintenance cat and more.
Alexander J. Porter
I am a scarecrow brought to life by the power of anxiety—also a writer and leukemia survivor. I give 10% of my 'claps' and 'comments' to charity.
Aurelia Bliss
I write nonfiction, fiction, and sort-of-sort-of-not fiction. Whatever I'm writing at the moment is always me giving a peek. Top writer in Humor and History.
Lisa Burdige
I write stories for brands and fun. Madwoman. Author. Co-creator of Background Noise Comic.
Devansh Kamdar
I write about tech, marketing, and self-improvement. Open to new writing projects. Visit devanshkamdar.com to connect.
Tan Rosado🤍
Tanya, Boosted writer, God-fearing Mom & happy freelancer. Writing about generating passive profits while keeping my sanity.🤪 https://tanrosado.substack.com/
Brenda Mahler
Real life person sharing real life stories. Writing about travel, dogs, and healthy lifestyles.
Jordan Lubov
Multi-genre author writing short and serial fiction. Romance, transgressive fiction, sizzling spice, humor, and memoir content on the menu.
Charles Bastille
Author of MagicLand & Psalm of Vampires. Follow me on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/charlesbastille.bsky.social. All stories © 2020-24 by Charles Bastille
Murphy's Law
Owner of News and Such, Editor for Digital Global Traveler. Writer, storyteller, explorer of cultures and complexities.
Nagoh Creative
Writer, Astronomer, Photographer, Poet, & Encourager. On a road of life recovery and sharing my journey as I reflect on the pictures I have taken over the years
