You might be wondering why the Addictive Storyteller Circle isn’t hosted on Patreon.

The answer is simple: greater value, more flexibility, and a direct connection with you.

By building this membership space on my own website, I can offer:

• Lower fees, more value. More of your subscription supports content, not platform cuts.

• Tailored tools. Flexible content and community features designed for authors, not limited by third-party restrictions.

• Direct access. No middleman if tech glitches, payment issues, or content questions arise.

• One central hub. Newsletters, downloads, discussions, feedback, and resources — all in one place.

• Exclusive giveaways. Something Patreon doesn’t allow, but is essential to sharing my learning and rewarding members.

Because I already maintain a professional, fully equipped website (with some help from a very patient web developer), I’m not locked into another platform’s policies or technical limits. That means more content, more creative freedom, and a smoother experience for everyone who joins.

Great question!

At this time, all membership content and community access are hosted exclusively here.

If you’ve used Patreon before, this space will feel familiar — tiered access, exclusive content, and easy subscription management. The difference?
You’re supporting my work directly, without a third-party platform taking a cut. That means more value for every pound you invest — and greater freedom to shape the content around what you truly need.

Why "Circle" And Not Just A Community?

When shaping a space for serious writers, Circle felt right.

A Circle suggests an intimate, carefully crafted environment where every member holds equal importance. Knowledge flows freely, without hierarchy, yet with clear guidance at the center.

Unlike the vastness of a typical “community,” a Circle creates boundaries that foster trust, deeper connection, and honest sharing. It evokes writers gathered around a campfire, exchanging techniques and triumphs — a space where everyone belongs, but not everyone is admitted.

This deliberate intimacy is the perfect container for vulnerability, experimentation, and the growth you’ll need to master the craft of creating stories readers simply can’t put down.

Why not Patreon? By hosting the Addictive Storyteller Circle on my own site, I can offer lower fees, tailored tools, direct access, and a deeper, more flexible experience — all designed to grow alongside your writing journey.