Pen Addict Membership Update: Show Season Is Here!

Pen Addict Memberships are as strong as ever, and if you have been considering joining the club, now is the perfect time.

Each week, I produce a members-only newsletter called Refill. It’s a bit of story-time, a bit of editorial, a lot of links and commentary, a somewhat frequent podcast, and a whole lot more.

For the weeks where I am heading to a pen show, the content turns into a travel and show diary of my Friday at the show. I head to Los Angeles tomorrow, so my first show diary hits members inboxes this weekend.

Membership starts at just $5 per month, or $48 for 12 months, and you can cancel at any time. Thanks for having a look, and let me know if you have any questions.

Pen Addict Members Are 400 Strong!

I didn’t know what to expect when launching Pen Addict Memberships this past January. It was uncharted territory, although I was certain at least a few of you would come along for the ride. Hitting 400 members by November of the first year has exceeded my expectations - by a long shot!

This post is a big THANK YOU to everyone who has put their faith in me over these past 11 months. It is also a chance to share with those who are considering joining what Pen Addict Membership is all about.

The most common question I see is “What do I get for my money?” First and foremost, your money goes to supporting me, this site, and everything that goes into running it. Stationery is my life, and my job, and your direct support allows me to do this. I always want to be upfront about that.

Members get something tangible in return, too. Each week I publish Refill, the Pen Addict Members newsletter. This newsletter contains extra content not found on PenAddict.com. I usually start off with my commentary on a pertinent topic, a bit of editorializing, or a unique product review that I haven’t covered before. I follow with a big batch of Ink Links, where I share articles and images, and provide commentary on each. I also provide pen show trip reports, answer member questions, give sneak previews of products, offer discount codes to the shop, and much more.

I put hours and hours of work into Refill each week, and I think it shows. Members seem to think so too. It is the core of being a Pen Addict member.

Are you interested yet? I hope so! Membership comes in two flavors: $5 per month, or $48 per year (save $12!). It would make a great gift this holiday season as well for your favorite pen addict, or even yourself.

You can find the full details - including a sample of Refill - and join on the Pen Addict Memberships page. I’m happy to answer any questions you have in the Comments section below, or via the Contact Page.

Thank you for an amazing year, and watch out 2017!

August Membership Update - Now Is The Time To Join!

If you have been on the fence about becoming a Pen Addict Member this is the month you may want to consider trying it out. I'll be recapping my travels to the Washington DC and San Francisco Pen Shows, plus launching my first ever pen collaboration in the next two weeks, which as a member you will receive 25% off. That goes for any items currently in the Shop as well.

Read all about the benefits of becoming a Pen Addict Member here. Not only do you get extra content in your inbox each week, you are supporting me and the site directly, which allows me to do this for a living. That is a big deal, and I don't take it for granted. While it may not seem like much, your $5 a month goes a long way.

Thank you to all of the current Pen Addict Members, and I look forward to talking with all of the new members soon!