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โœฆ Writer at Inkwell
Maya Chen

Essayist, designer, chronic over-thinker. Writing about slow living, creativity, and the art of paying attention since 2019.

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Do you take on freelance writing or consulting work?

Yes โ€” selectively. I help brands, founders, and creators find language that actually sounds like people. This includes brand voice development, editorial strategy, long-form content, and the occasional ghostwriting project. Use the form above and select "Consulting work" so I know what you're after.

Can I republish or quote from your essays?

Short quotes with attribution and a link back are absolutely fine โ€” I love that. For longer excerpts or full republication, please reach out first and I'll almost certainly say yes. Just ask โ€” it's always better than not.

Do you accept guest posts or pitches?

Rarely, but occasionally. Inkwell is a personal publication with a very specific voice, so guest pieces would have to fit very naturally. If you have an idea that genuinely feels like it belongs here, pitch it โ€” but please don't send generic content proposals.

Are you available for speaking or podcast appearances?

I do occasional podcast interviews and, less frequently, speaking engagements on the topics I write about โ€” slow living, creativity, design, and the attention economy. Use the "Press & media" tab in the form above for the fastest response.

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The best thing you can do is share a piece you loved with someone who might love it too. Beyond that, subscribing to the newsletter keeps you connected and helps with reach. I'm not currently running a paid subscription model, but that may change โ€” I'll announce it in the newsletter first.

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For anything time-sensitive, email is faster โ€” maya@inkwell.blog. For casual conversation, Twitter DMs work well too. The contact form here is best for longer messages or anything where you want context preserved.

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