Mary Helen Norris
@girlinpink44.bsky.social
Award-winning mystery writer chasing myths, crimes & stories with heart 🔍✨ Also podcasting, time-traveling, and sipping too much tea!
Haven't had much time at the keyboard lately, but I have been diving into books.
Welcome to the first Industry and Ink book list! A roundup of recent favorites, what's on my shelf, and one upcoming release I can't wait for 👇 industryandink.substack.com/p/on-reading... #reading #TBR
Welcome to the first Industry and Ink book list! A roundup of recent favorites, what's on my shelf, and one upcoming release I can't wait for 👇 industryandink.substack.com/p/on-reading... #reading #TBR
On Reading (When You Can't Write)
Recent favorites, anticipated releases, and the TBR pile taking over my desk.
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October 28, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Haven't had much time at the keyboard lately, but I have been diving into books.
Welcome to the first Industry and Ink book list! A roundup of recent favorites, what's on my shelf, and one upcoming release I can't wait for 👇 industryandink.substack.com/p/on-reading... #reading #TBR
Welcome to the first Industry and Ink book list! A roundup of recent favorites, what's on my shelf, and one upcoming release I can't wait for 👇 industryandink.substack.com/p/on-reading... #reading #TBR
Hello 35!!!
Thank you to everyone who took time on Friday to call, text, and send me messages on local social media platforms. Your warm wishes meant the world with me.
And for the first time, I visited all four Disney parks in the same day!!
So here’s to 35!
Thank you to everyone who took time on Friday to call, text, and send me messages on local social media platforms. Your warm wishes meant the world with me.
And for the first time, I visited all four Disney parks in the same day!!
So here’s to 35!
October 25, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Hello 35!!!
Thank you to everyone who took time on Friday to call, text, and send me messages on local social media platforms. Your warm wishes meant the world with me.
And for the first time, I visited all four Disney parks in the same day!!
So here’s to 35!
Thank you to everyone who took time on Friday to call, text, and send me messages on local social media platforms. Your warm wishes meant the world with me.
And for the first time, I visited all four Disney parks in the same day!!
So here’s to 35!
Birthdays have always felt more like a fresh start than January 1st. Took some time this week to look back at the distance traveled and map out where the work is going next.
Read "Another Year on the Page" in the latest Industry and Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/another-ye...
Read "Another Year on the Page" in the latest Industry and Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/another-ye...
October 21, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Birthdays have always felt more like a fresh start than January 1st. Took some time this week to look back at the distance traveled and map out where the work is going next.
Read "Another Year on the Page" in the latest Industry and Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/another-ye...
Read "Another Year on the Page" in the latest Industry and Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/another-ye...
Reopening old manuscripts is usually a lesson in cringe, but this week it was a lesson in perspective. We grow as writers even when we feel stagnant.
On unearthing early drafts and measuring how far we’ve come in the latest Industry & Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/measuring-...
On unearthing early drafts and measuring how far we’ve come in the latest Industry & Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/measuring-...
Measuring the Distance
On old drafts, cringing at early work, and trusting the long game of the writing craft.
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October 14, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Reopening old manuscripts is usually a lesson in cringe, but this week it was a lesson in perspective. We grow as writers even when we feel stagnant.
On unearthing early drafts and measuring how far we’ve come in the latest Industry & Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/measuring-...
On unearthing early drafts and measuring how far we’ve come in the latest Industry & Ink 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/measuring-...
Put yourself out there enough times, and eventually the "no" catches up. Got a rejection recently , so I sat down to write about reframing the hit, finding the friction, and trying again.
Edition #3 of Industry and Ink is live 👇
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Edition #3 of Industry and Ink is live 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/on-pitchin...
On Pitching, Falling Short, and Trying Again
I’ve got a confession.
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September 30, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Put yourself out there enough times, and eventually the "no" catches up. Got a rejection recently , so I sat down to write about reframing the hit, finding the friction, and trying again.
Edition #3 of Industry and Ink is live 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/on-pitchin...
Edition #3 of Industry and Ink is live 👇
industryandink.substack.com/p/on-pitchin...
Happy Library Sign-Up Month! 📚✨
As a writer, I can't stress enough how vital libraries are to authors, readers, and our communities. I couldn't let September pass without diving into this.
Edition #2 of Industry and Ink is live! Read it here: industryandink.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
As a writer, I can't stress enough how vital libraries are to authors, readers, and our communities. I couldn't let September pass without diving into this.
Edition #2 of Industry and Ink is live! Read it here: industryandink.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
The Quiet Power of the Library Card
As a writer, I’m sharing why libraries are so essential for creators, readers, and communities. Read the second edition of Industry & Ink to explore the quiet power of the library card and the writing...
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September 23, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Happy Library Sign-Up Month! 📚✨
As a writer, I can't stress enough how vital libraries are to authors, readers, and our communities. I couldn't let September pass without diving into this.
Edition #2 of Industry and Ink is live! Read it here: industryandink.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
As a writer, I can't stress enough how vital libraries are to authors, readers, and our communities. I couldn't let September pass without diving into this.
Edition #2 of Industry and Ink is live! Read it here: industryandink.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
If anyone needs me for the next two hours, I’m watching #TheTraitors
September 18, 2026 at 12:04 AM
If anyone needs me for the next two hours, I’m watching #TheTraitors
It’s been a while, but that’s changing today! ✍️
I’m excited to launch my new newsletter, Industry And Ink—a space for media reviews, industry takes, creative musings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing life.
Read & subscribe here: industryandink.substack.com/p/welcome-to...
I’m excited to launch my new newsletter, Industry And Ink—a space for media reviews, industry takes, creative musings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing life.
Read & subscribe here: industryandink.substack.com/p/welcome-to...
Welcome To Industry And Ink!
No more questioning if I’m good enough to do this! It’s time to get started!
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September 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
It’s been a while, but that’s changing today! ✍️
I’m excited to launch my new newsletter, Industry And Ink—a space for media reviews, industry takes, creative musings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing life.
Read & subscribe here: industryandink.substack.com/p/welcome-to...
I’m excited to launch my new newsletter, Industry And Ink—a space for media reviews, industry takes, creative musings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing life.
Read & subscribe here: industryandink.substack.com/p/welcome-to...
Introducing The Detective's Desk, my new mystery writing-themed Skool community! I'm excited to join with other #mysterywriters to work on our craft! #writing #writingcommunity #amwriting #writesky
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December 4, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Introducing The Detective's Desk, my new mystery writing-themed Skool community! I'm excited to join with other #mysterywriters to work on our craft! #writing #writingcommunity #amwriting #writesky
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What haven’t you started because you’re waiting for permission? Take advantage of the long weekend and start! Don’t wait for permission!! Share your passion with the world. #Creatives #writingadvice
August 29, 2025 at 7:11 PM
What haven’t you started because you’re waiting for permission? Take advantage of the long weekend and start! Don’t wait for permission!! Share your passion with the world. #Creatives #writingadvice
Why are clean sheets one of the best things in the world?
August 2, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Why are clean sheets one of the best things in the world?
100 days til graduation!!! Excited to be in the final stretch of my Masters at @fullsailuniversity.bsky.social!!
July 23, 2025 at 10:49 PM
100 days til graduation!!! Excited to be in the final stretch of my Masters at @fullsailuniversity.bsky.social!!
One thing that doesn’t change no matter how old you are: the amazing feeling you get on a Friday night when you don’t have to set an alarm.
July 19, 2025 at 3:55 AM
One thing that doesn’t change no matter how old you are: the amazing feeling you get on a Friday night when you don’t have to set an alarm.
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Write the book you wish existed when you needed it most. That story still matters to someone. #WritingTips #author #writing #writerslife #amwriting #booksky #WritingCommunity
April 28, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Write the book you wish existed when you needed it most. That story still matters to someone. #WritingTips #author #writing #writerslife #amwriting #booksky #WritingCommunity
For the first time in weeks, I feel like I'm slightly ahead.
March 30, 2025 at 11:20 PM
For the first time in weeks, I feel like I'm slightly ahead.
March Madness hits different when your team is playing.
March 22, 2025 at 12:03 AM
March Madness hits different when your team is playing.
Happy #SelectionSunday everyone!! Let the madness begin!!
March 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Happy #SelectionSunday everyone!! Let the madness begin!!
A torn meniscus isn’t coming between me and seeing Joe Jonas at Mardi Gras at Universal. My feet may have failed me, but we’re still here to party!
February 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
A torn meniscus isn’t coming between me and seeing Joe Jonas at Mardi Gras at Universal. My feet may have failed me, but we’re still here to party!
Headed to the grocery store to grab one thing. There were Girl Scouts outside.
I did not buy just one thing.
I did not buy just one thing.
February 7, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Headed to the grocery store to grab one thing. There were Girl Scouts outside.
I did not buy just one thing.
I did not buy just one thing.
My package of tea arrived way earlier than I expected. I love when that happens.
February 6, 2025 at 6:39 PM
My package of tea arrived way earlier than I expected. I love when that happens.
Been there and done that
Users beware:
Working while listening to audiobooks can cause dialogue misplacement; hearing something and typing it into documents where they do not belong.
Working while listening to audiobooks can cause dialogue misplacement; hearing something and typing it into documents where they do not belong.
January 31, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Been there and done that
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Life is better with books.
January 28, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Life is better with books.
To those who celebrate, Happy First Day of Figment’s Festival! May you find time to celebrate art and imagination over the next few weeks! #epcotfestivalofthearts
January 17, 2025 at 2:16 PM
To those who celebrate, Happy First Day of Figment’s Festival! May you find time to celebrate art and imagination over the next few weeks! #epcotfestivalofthearts
Reposted by Mary Helen Norris
Did your child lose their book collection in the Los Angeles fires? Are you a teacher at a school that lost its library or your classroom library? Whether you need one book or a whole library, we can replace your books. 📚
Everyone else, please boost this post so we can connect with those in need. 🙏
Everyone else, please boost this post so we can connect with those in need. 🙏
January 16, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Did your child lose their book collection in the Los Angeles fires? Are you a teacher at a school that lost its library or your classroom library? Whether you need one book or a whole library, we can replace your books. 📚
Everyone else, please boost this post so we can connect with those in need. 🙏
Everyone else, please boost this post so we can connect with those in need. 🙏