The best times to pitch an editor
Top tips for understanding when to send your story ideas. Read More “The best times to pitch an editor”
Freelance Writing
Shut the hell up: A beginner’s guide to interviewing
Ready to nail your first interview? Here are pro tips to get you started. Read More “Shut the hell up: A beginner’s guide to interviewing”
Writing with kids, part IV: Pandemic edition
Tips from freelancers making it work. Read More “Writing with kids, part IV: Pandemic edition”
The freelancer’s guide to helping each other
It’s easy and inexpensive, plus it will make you feel good. What’s not to love? Read More “The freelancer’s guide to helping each other”
Freelance Success: Remembering the reason you started freelancing
Freelance writing is frequently stressful and enervating. When that happens, you have to remember why you’re here. Read More “Freelance Success: Remembering the reason you started freelancing”
COVID-19 relief resources for writers
If you or a writer you know has had their income severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, here are financial resources that may be able to provide financial support. Read More “COVID-19 relief resources for writers”
Freelance Success: Writing a book while maintaining a freelance career
It’s all about learning from your mistakes – repeatedly. Read More “Freelance Success: Writing a book while maintaining a freelance career”
Freelance Success: How to become a risk-free freelancer
Becoming a successful freelance writer means mastering both emotional and financial components. Read More “Freelance Success: How to become a risk-free freelancer”
Freelance Success: What editors want freelance writers to know
Taking a trip behind enemy lines reveals an ally in a crazy professional world. Read More “Freelance Success: What editors want freelance writers to know”
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5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)
Here are the five components that should be in any truthteller’s toolkit. Read More “5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)”
Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir
As an older adult, you have a wealth of wisdom and memories to share with the world – but sometimes fear can get in the way of putting yourself on the page. These tried-and-true tips will help you get started. Read More “Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir”
How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”