The Scribbler —
free magazine for writers
Love the feel of a magazine more than endless scrolling? The Scribbler gathers our best articles, prompts, industry insights, and pep talks into a free, digital flip mag created for working writers, emerging authors, and creatives who want practical guidance that doesn't talk down to them.
Issue 1, 2026 is out now!
Simple, free, for writers.
Quarterly Schedule
The Scribbler comes out four times a year — January, April, July and October — via email link to the flip magazine and PDF. Yes, a print version is in the future.
Free for Writers & Groups
No fees, no sign-ups, no catch. Writing groups, libraries, and community organisations are welcome to share The Scribbler freely and reach out if there is a certain topic you want covered.
How to Subscribe
Simply complete the subscribe section on this page. You'll receive a notification to the email you provide as soon as each issue is released.
Helping you make smarter decisions as a writer.Everything a writer needs.
Every quarterly edition gathers our strongest articles, writer-to-writer advice, creative tools and inspiring extras — in a beautifully easy-to-read flip magazine.
Practical guidance on writing craft, editing, self-publishing, and the business of being an author.
Honest reflections on creative mindset, motivation, and writing through everyday life.
Prompts & mini-exercises you can use solo, with friends, or in writing groups.
Featured writers & spotlights highlighting voices from across our community.
Links to deep-dive articles if you want to explore topics further.
For libraries, schools
& writing groups
If you coordinate a group, why not use The Scribbler as a free learning and discussion resource?
Forward the PDF to your members or upload it to your internal portal for easy access.
Use selected articles as discussion starters, workshop prompts, or take-home activities.
Every article is in
the Resource Library.
Don't worry! Every article featured in The Scribbler is also available in the Scribbly Writers' Resource Library, giving you free access to practical writing advice, publishing insights and creative inspiration all year round. Prefer reading in print? All editions are available through BookTree Publishing.
Whether you're a brand-new writer, a late-bloomer, or a working creative, The Scribbler is designed to feel like a friendly quarterly check-in from your writing community.