Published on April 8, 2016
diversify your writing income
I know you are a busy lady, but since you are the professional in this field, I wondered what the best selling/most sought after books are? What length book and subject would be the best to write? I want to cater to the latest readers’ interests if possible. Thanks for any suggestions.
Published on April 8, 2016
writing career advice
To dislike making the shift from the vocation of your choice to bookkeeping is a common characteristic of any self-employed individual. Here is a minimal plan for keeping financial records with which your accountant can work.
Published on April 8, 2016
welcomes new writers
“General Aviation News is a twice-monthly magazine for general aviation enthusiasts, pilots and owners of small airplanes.” 30% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 35K. Biweekly. Pays the 15th of the month after publication. Publishes ms 1-7 months after acceptance. Buys first NA rights. Accepts some reprints. Responds within two weeks. Sample copy available by email to Kathleen@generalaviationnews.com. Subscription $35. Pays $150 for 500-1500 words.
Published on April 8, 2016
As an international writer / translator from Greece, I find sleep very important for a balanced freelancer’s life…
Published on April 8, 2016
Saturday (tomorrow), at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Central Time, the topic of the WritersWeekly Spring, 2016 24-Hour Short Story Contest will be sent out via email to all registered participants, as well as posted to the WritersWeekly.com website…
Published on April 8, 2016
After our walk, the boys wanted to go back to the boat. Brian offered to swim back with them while I stayed with the dinghy. They all had on life jackets (because we frequently see stories about drownings in currents in Florida, even among good swimmers). Brian and Max were doing fine but Mason is very small, and was having a hard time fighting the current…
Published on April 8, 2016
welcomes new writers
“News, information, and analysis for local healthcare professionals.” Welcomes new writers. Bimonthly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms within four months of acceptance. Buys all rights. Accepts some reprints. Responds within two weeks. Sample copy available online. Subscription $51. Guidelines available by email. Pays $0.30/word for 1000-2000 words.
Published on April 8, 2016
welcomes new writers
“Established 1924, The Horn Book Magazine is a bimonthly publication covering children’s literature for librarians, booksellers, professors, teachers and students of children’s literature.” 75% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 8K. Bimonthly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms four months after acceptance. Buys print and digital rights. No reprints. Responds within three months. Sample copy available by email. Subscription $72, $89 CDN, $93 other. Pays $100-$200 for up to 2000 words.
Published on April 1, 2016
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Published on April 1, 2016
writing career advice
One day, while lazing about on Facebook, I stumbled upon a freelance writers’ group. After researching the field, I discovered it was a viable venture…or at least the sites I sampled promised me so.