July 21, 2016Procrastination is the enemy for self-employment as a ghost writer. Read the following article for 6 need-to-know tips on conquering…- July 21, 2016What is a good query letter? Here is a sample of both a good query letter and the query letter…
- July 21, 2016Simply stating "I am going to be a freelance writer" isn't going to make it happen. Read on for how…
- July 21, 2016For anyone thinking about writing in the horror genre, there are certain situations that, over the years, have been done…
- July 21, 2016What kind of horror story do you want to write? Your options are as wide open as the type of…
- July 21, 2016Copywriters use weasel words to plant an idea in readers' minds that is bigger than the actual claim being made.…
July 21, 2016This article describes how you can make money being a ghostwriter and tips on what you need to know to…- July 21, 2016I'm delighted to give up-and-coming freelance medical writers a little personal advice. And my first tip always is to join…
- July 21, 2016If you want to be a successful freelance writer, there are many things you will need to know. One of…
- July 21, 2016We must make freelance niche types fit our needs, wants, values and lifestyles, and we also must make ourselves fit…
- July 21, 2016With the success of many authors, poets and creative writers, many teachers continue to stress the importance of writing
- July 21, 2016Regardless of what sort of writer you are and how much you love to write, there are probably days when…
- July 21, 2016So, as long as copywriters are going to keep popping up like breakfast treats, it seems appropriate for us white-haired…
- July 21, 2016It's not always easy to know how to approach a book review writing task because you might not be a…
July 21, 2016If you're a student who loves to write, you may not have thought of the opportunities that surround you to…
July 21, 2016Have you ever considered writing poetry for children? It's fun and interesting; but don't be fooled into thinking it's easy…
July 21, 2016Writing is hard work; it's not for the faint of heart. Writing historical fiction is even harder, as it is…
July 21, 2016Trade publications attract writers from two primary sources. Trade editors actively seek out tradesmen and women and turn them into…- July 21, 2016In an ideal world, freelance writers have all the time they need to research, write, and edit each piece they…
- July 21, 2016Well-written subheadings help the reader understand at a glance what your article is about and what he/she can gain from…
July 21, 2016People write memoirs or autobiographies for a number of reasons, but one thing we can expect as we go through…
July 21, 2016One requisite to break into this market is you must write with accuracy. Editors demand accuracy in all technical contributions.…
July 21, 2016Have you ever dreamed of getting paid to write about video games? As a freelance writer, it's not hard to…
July 21, 2016Are you looking forward to taking your freelance writing business to the next level by landing big time corporate clients?…- July 21, 2016Submitting your article ideas to an editor might feel like an overwhelming task. I like to simplify it by thinking…
- July 21, 2016A writer who seeks money first, will get little, unless he accidentally develops unique skills and talents. The writer who…
July 21, 2016When I need help structuring a piece of copy, I'll visit Amazon to observe the social habits of people--what they…
July 21, 2016Writing can be a horrible profession for those depending on it for a living. Unless you are one of the…- July 21, 2016Paragraphing is an important technique in journalistic writing, perhaps more important than in other forms of writing. The purpose of…
July 21, 2016Authors' works are habitually plagiarized, infringed upon and otherwise exploited without their permission and without fair compensation. Just as frequently,…
July 21, 2016A competent literary agent knows the literary requirements that different book editors and publishers demand right now. He knows the…- July 21, 2016Have you ever tried repeatedly to get into that one elusive publisher or magazine only to get rejected over and…
July 21, 2016The thought of worrying about pictures for your articles might not make sense: you're a writer, after all. However, in…
July 21, 2016Point of view is telling a story from a pre-determined vantage point. It is an essential formula for writing stories.…
July 21, 2016The first epigrams were verses used by the Greeks for the inscriptions on statues or other monuments to the dead.…- July 21, 2016Every once in a while, though, editors get a query that forces them to tear out their hair and abandon…
July 21, 2016Dialogue never occurs for its own purpose. Its primary function is to reveal and progress the plot and the story's…- July 21, 2016Reputable publishers almost always will drop or modify the option clause. Vanity presses are notorious for tying up your next…
July 21, 2016Your first goal in telling a story is to give the time of its happening. The time anchors your story…
July 21, 2016The first words of a manuscript that catch the editorial eye are those of the title. Anytime you submit a…
July 21, 2016A theme conveys a similar comparison to the story that the framework conveys to the completed structure. It conveys the…- July 21, 2016In this series of articles, I'd like to focus on those areas of the craft that are helpful in publishing…
- July 21, 2016Learn how to edit your manuscript before you self-publish your book or ebook. Going through traditional publishing channels is getting…
July 21, 2016In marketing my own self-published books, I've found a number of helpful (and some not so helpful) channels to get…
July 21, 2016Most writers experience a downtime in their income at some point or another, regardless of the economy. So, what can…- July 21, 2016The hardest lesson aspiring writers need to learn is how to condense their writing-- to not be afraid of leaving…
July 21, 2016Put simply, the character arc is the journey of a character in a story from point A to point B.…- July 21, 2016One of the most important marketing tools, especially for freelance writers, is the mighty testimonial. Why? Before the project begins,…
July 21, 2016Journalists and nonfiction writers often need subject-matter experts (SMEs) to lend credibility to their content. I have interviewed experts as…- July 21, 2016Of course everyone wants to have a book signing at a big bookstore, but sometimes that's difficult to negotiate, especially…
July 21, 2016In reality, anyone with writing skills can make it as a freelance writer, but it does take some time to…- July 21, 2016It may seem like every writer's dream, but taking your writing skills on a road trip is a little harder…
- July 21, 2016Should you query first or write an entire article first? My experience in querying editors before writing an entire 2,000-3,000…
- July 21, 2016Professionals often reassure new writers that publishers do not steal your ideas when you query them. Perhaps one ought to…
- July 21, 2016Besides negotiating rates with editors to maximize what they pay for your articles, you might also need to negotiate the…
- July 21, 2016As a freelance writer, sales-speak may not be your language of choice, but a there are a few terms that…
- July 21, 2016I'm trained as a newspaper reporter, so double checking information is second nature to me. Over the years as I…
- July 21, 2016Your writing portfolio is arguably the single most important marketing tool for generating new clients. It can also be a…
July 21, 2016I was taught and learned the importance of descriptive and powerful settings at an early age. In my elementary school…- July 21, 2016Authors who want to self-publish their books have unprecedented options. There are many successful authors who are going straight to…
- July 21, 2016In my first eighteen years as a writer I feel like I made almost every mistake an author can make.…
- July 21, 2016Magazines pay freelance writers by the word, by the page, by the article, or not at all. Often they pay…
- July 21, 2016Since I published my 900 word short story Dad's Tomatoes in Chicken Soup for the Soul, I've been on live…
- July 21, 2016Aspiring poets will continue to write deathless rhymes until they realize that poetry is not simply another - perhaps inferior…
- July 21, 2016Working as a freelance writer often means you need to set your own price for at least some of the…
- July 21, 2016Freelance writers are always encouraged to hone their skills by joining creative writing workshops and conventions that gather wordsmiths from…
- July 21, 2016Be very familiar with the magazine before sending a query.Scrutinize at least two issues of the magazine to see what…
- July 21, 2016I find it extraordinarily helpful having my own writing blog. When I am submitting articles to an editor who is…
- July 21, 2016When I wanted to break into newspaper work as a stringer or part-time journalist to supplement my income, I applied…
- July 21, 2016It's surprising how many freelance writers complicate the way they run their writing businesses. While many writers struggle with handling…
- July 21, 2016Whether you're writing about the latest scientific advancement, or unveiling secrets of great historical pith and moment, or even jousting…
- July 21, 2016Your article's purpose may be to inform, educate, convince, or simply entertain. Crafting authority content helps you, your clients, and…
- July 21, 2016A haiku is one of the most beautiful forms of poetry. If you want to try to write a haiku,…
- July 21, 2016You want to write web copy that grabs the reader's attention and sells something, whether that is a product or…
- July 21, 2016About Us pages can be a wonderful opportunity to make a company or organization shine but most of them are…
- July 21, 2016While there are several angles to consider for a lead, first let's figure out what to avoid. In general, do…
- July 21, 2016If you are looking for a new topic to write about, perhaps you should consider writing about universally appealing topics…
- July 21, 2016The first requirement of writing marketable articles is that you must choose a timely topic that creates a lot of…
- July 21, 2016Poetry is not just about fusing words and rhythm. You need to learn how to use your words to wake…
- July 21, 2016Often screenwriters get stuck with the dreaded writer's block. The truth is writer's block doesn't exist. It is an imaginary…
- July 21, 2016The action that a writer reveals in his story is only a small part of the action that really took…
- July 21, 2016Are you wanting to write novel that will captivate readers' attention? In order to do so, there are certain steps…
- July 21, 2016As one who writes fiction, you wield the power to make your characters do and say what you want them…
- July 21, 2016I have often heard writers ask if guest blog posting is worth it. Some people will say no, that it's…
- July 21, 2016Tired of getting your magazine submissions rejected, or worse, ignored, with no response? Learn to make every article SEO-friendly and…
- July 21, 2016A little rewiring of the basic components, a new perspective, even reworking your original pitch can propel your story from…
- July 21, 2016Most clients are willing to work with you to remedy problems or inconsistencies, while some clients expect too much and…
- July 21, 2016We can appreciate the harmony of color in a painting or a beautiful line in a sculptured figure; we can…
- July 21, 2016Learning to be a successful writer is kind of like being a gold miner back then. Most writers won't make…
- July 21, 2016Apparently, many clients are under the impression that writers from Third-World or developing countries are article-spewing robots who run on…
- July 21, 2016When subjects excite your curiosity, make a note of it. Draw an image of it. Write a blog post about…
July 21, 2016To succeed in developing a short story, you need to canvas its environment, not just by your choice and arrangement…- July 21, 2016As a writer, you have a literary hero, a blogging deity, or an esteemed wordsmith you look up to and…
- July 21, 2016Non-fiction writers cannot construct action and episodes to bring out a moral, like a fiction writer can. Learn how to…
- July 21, 2016What interests all people, all the time? It's seeing themselves in a story or piece of news. Use this to…
- July 21, 2016Many freelance writers have a love-hate relationship with CraigsList: they love using the free service to find legitimate work, and…
- July 21, 2016You've established yourself with a few authors writing back cover copy, and you're ready to approach publishers with your writing…
July 21, 2016A responsible writer wants to steer clear from sexist language, particularly in non-fiction and business writing, because it is deemed…- July 21, 2016It is nearly impossible to market and sell a poorly edited book. Whether you contract with a traditional publisher or…
- July 21, 2016Working out of the home sounds like a dream come true to many people - and to be honest, I…
