It’s been a while since I’ve run a bit of self-promotion here on the blog, but I wanted to take a few minutes to share the latest content addition for Pen Addict Members.
Beginning the first week of 2022, I added a new weekly post for members where I am building out a rating system for stationery goods. Called simply “Pen Addict Rating” (P.A.R.), I rate pens, pencils, paper, ink, and more on a personal scale. These are my grades on products, related to how I use them. I think it adds good perspective to my product recommendations, which I post publicly on the blog and on the Top 5 Lists, and how those things can differ. My rating scale:
To read a sample of a recent P.A.R. score, I have updated the Members Page with a PDF download of a recent post on a classic ink, Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai.
On top of this new content, all of the usual content is still publishing regularly. Refill, The Pen Addict Members Newsletter, anchors the offering. Each Saturday, I publish a lengthy email of content and commentary, and it has become the highlight of my week. I cover recent news, product development, how I use things, and general stationery fun each week. With 314 issues in the books, it is at the core of the membership offering. I have uploaded a recent sample issue on the Members Page as well.
There are no ads in any of the Members published content. I do offer discounts on several items in the Pen Addict Shop as an additional members benefit, usually in the 25% range on select products. Members get priority on new releases, and the discount, like with my recent Ajoto collaboration, often saves you more than the annual membership cost!
Did I mention “Friend of the Show,” the Members podcast? There are currently over 60 episodes for you to consume, with more on the way throughout the year.
There is also direct email access, Member Q&A, monthly giveaways, and more to come.
So, what’s the ask? $5 per month, or $48 annually to support the site, myself, and the team who publishes reviews each week. Try it out for a month, or subscribe for a year. All the content is available no matter your choice. There is even a PayPal option, which you can find details about on the Membership page.
The Pen Addict Membership program is in its sixth year, and continues to get bigger and better. Thank you all for your support, and I look forward to much more fun coming down the pike!
