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January 30, 2026

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From the Publisher's Desk - What Do These Scam Emails ALL Have in Common?

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The WritersWeekly Podcast! - NEW EPISODE!

EPISODE 34: When Fake 1-Star “Book Reviews” Are Actually Character Assassinations of Authors - Have you, too, received a 1-star review that criticizes YOU, but mentions nothing about your book? You're not alone! Listen to these horrible examples!

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News From the Home Office - You can call me Al, or Nancy...but don't call Roberta Robert!!!

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Feature Article - Could Worldwide Regulatory Fines Put Meta Out of Business? - by James M. Walsh, Esq.

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Ask The Expert - Another New Scam Targeting Authors! "Your book isn't optimized on Amazon. Let us help..."

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New Releases from BookLocker!

(NOTE: If BookLocker publishes your book, we can feature it for our thousands of WritersWeekly readers, and on our numerous social media channels, at no charge!)
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Paying Markets for Writers

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Freelance and Full-time Remote Writing, Blogging, Editing, and Photography Jobs for 01-30-2026

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Marketing Secrets - How I Turned a Writing Prompt into $1,200+… Twice! - by Antaeus

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This Week's Trivia Question! Win a FREE E-BOOK of your choice from BookLocker.com!

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From the Publisher's Desk

What Do These Scam Emails ALL Have in Common?

Betcha notice what we did!!!

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What Do These Scam Emails ALL Have in Common?

The WritersWeekly Podcast!

Available on 4 platforms, including YouTube!
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Click for links to ALL EPISODES.


NEW!!!

EPISODE 34: When Fake 1-Star “Book Reviews” Are Actually Character Assassinations of Authors - Have you, too, received a 1-star review that criticizes YOU, but mentions nothing about your book? You're not alone! Click to learn why this is happening, and what you can do about it!

PREVIOUS EPISODES

(#1, #2, and #10 are the most popular so far!)

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News From the Home Office

You can call me Al, or Nancy...but don't call Roberta Robert!!!

This lady really takes the cake!

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You can call me Al, or Nancy...but don't call Roberta Robert!!!

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Feature Article

Could Worldwide Regulatory Fines Put Meta Out of Business? - by James M. Walsh, Esq.

COMPLETE forfeiture or disgorgement of their criminal revenue stream is the only remedy. And, how about some jail time to boot?

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Could Worldwide Regulatory Fines Put Meta Out of Business? - by James M. Walsh, Esq.

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Ask The Expert

Another New Scam Targeting Authors! "Your book isn't optimized on Amazon. Let us help..."

We are now receiving several reports daily from authors about this one!

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Another New Scam Targeting Authors! "Your book isn't optimized on Amazon. Let us help..."

New Releases from BookLocker.com!

(NOTE: If BookLocker publishes your book, we can feature it for our thousands of WritersWeekly readers, and on our numerous social media channels, at no charge!)

Tuning In: The Inner Practice of the Soulful Artist Through Music - by Mark Sutton

A lyrical and philosophical memoir exploring music, memory, and meaning. Pianist Mark Sutton invites readers on a quiet journey through sound, silence, and the creative life.

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Tuning In: The Inner Practice of the Soulful Artist Through Music - by Mark Sutton

The Book of Acts from a Layperson's Perspective: Commentaries for Small-Group or Individual Study - by J. F. Mims

Discover how 2,000 years ago sworn enemies came together to find God in a new way.

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The Book of Acts from a Layperson's Perspective: Commentaries for Small-Group or Individual Study - by J. F. Mims

Say it Poetically - by Sandra V. Moore Thomas

The verses within this book might inspire, encourage and appeal to something in anyone who has experienced any one or more of life's emotions. It is believed that you will find at least one poem in this collection that causes you to emote.

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Say it Poetically - by Sandra V. Moore Thomas

Here and No Further: A Memoir for the Boys - by Steve A. Moore

Beginning in the summer of 1975, Steve and his friends, known as the Black Sheep discover a graveyard in the ruins of Blanchard Town and it's ghostly guards. What happens next is a dangerous and humorous story of discovery and friendship.

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Here and No Further: A Memoir for the Boys - by Steve A. Moore

Paying Markets for Writers

Deer & Deer Hunting Magazine

“America's first and foremost publication for white-tailed deer hunters and enthusiasts. Behavior, biology and scientific research.” Welcomes new writers. Publishes 11 issues a year. Pays on publication. Publishes ms within 6 months of acceptance. Buys all rights. Occasionally accepts reprints. Responds within two weeks. Request sample PDF by email. Guidelines online.

Pays $300-$700.

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Deer & Deer Hunting Magazine

FIDO Friendly Magazine

“FIDO Friendly is the Travel & Lifestyle magazine for you and your dog. Each issue includes hotel and destination reviews, adoption stories, health and wellness topics and the latest trends.” 100% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 50K. Quarterly. Pays on publication.

Pays $0.10/word.

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FIDO Friendly Magazine

Flash Fiction Online

THIS PUBLICATION USES 'SUBMITTABLE' FOR SUBMISSIONS. SUBMITTABLE CHARGES WRITERS TO SUBMIT THEIR WORK.

“Flash Fiction Online publishes short fiction of 500-1000 words, both originals and reprints, and in a variety of genres including literary, science fiction, fantasy, and horror. We consider flash fiction a complete story in a tiny package. We want developed empathetic characters and discernible resolved plots.” Welcomes new writers. Pays on publication. Publishes ms 4-8 months after acceptance. Buys first worldwide English rights for originals with one year exclusivity, and non exclusive worldwide rights for reprints. Accepts reprints. Responds usually within 48 hours, sometimes up to 10 weeks. Sample copies online. Guidelines online.

Pays $0.08/word for originals and $0.02/word for reprints.

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Flash Fiction Online

Factor Four Magazine

“Factor Four Magazine is a monthly magazine featuring flash fiction stories from the Speculative Fiction realm. We publish stories you can read on the go right here on our website.” Monthly. Sample articles available online. Publishes ms within 2 weeks of acceptance. No reprints. Responds within 30 days. Guidelines online.

Pays $0.10/word.

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Freelance and Full-time Remote Writing, Blogging, Editing, and Photography Jobs for 01-30-2026

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30 freelance and full-time remote writing jobs!

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Freelance Math Item Writer I
Cambium Assessment

Freelance Senior/Principal Medical Writer
Trilogy Writing & Consulting

Full-time Remote Technical Writer
OPEX Corporation

Full-time Remote Technical Writer – Utility Programs. Pays $29-$37/hour.
Celerity Consulting Group, LLC

Full-time Remote APD Writer
Cynet Systems via a recruiter

Full-time Remote UX Content Writer Consultant
Huntington Bancshares, Inc.

Full-time Remote Nuclear Procedures Writer III – Pays $55/hour.
Dominion Energy

Full-time Remote Attorney Brief Writer – Pays $150K/year.
Mission Recruiting

Full-time Remote German Speaking Bid Writer
Iron Mountain

Full-time Remote Technical Writer – Grants and Agreements
Terrestris Global Solutions

Full-time Remote Principal Medical Writer
BeiGene

Freelance Legal Content Editor & Writer – Pays $29-$33.65/hour.
Epiq Systems, Inc

Freelance Editor, Psychology
Cactus Communications

Full-time Remote Korean Content Editor (Native English speaker)
Fluentu

Full-time Remote Editor-in-Chief
U.S. Bankruptcy Court – District of CT

Full-time Remote Senior Editor in New York
Promote Project

Freelance Writer – Pays $80/hour.
Crossing Hurdles

Full-time Remote Legal Writer & Document Drafter – Pays $30-$40/hour.
The Nieves Law Firm: Oakland Criminal Defense Attorneys

Freelance Content Writer
Siege Media

Freelance Medical Writer
SerenaGroup Inc.

Full-time Remote Customs Entry Writer – Pays $60K/year.
People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists

Full-time Remote Junior Copywriter – Pays $70K-$75K/year.
Chomps

Full-time Remote Kids Writer – Pays $75K-$110K/year.
Hallow

Full-time Remote Senior Brand Writer, Writing Studio
Dropbox

Full-time Remote Content Strategist and Writer
Telna

Freelance Event Marketing Copywriter – Pays $75-$79/hour.
BrickRed Systems

Full-time Remote Associate Copywriter – Pays $58K-$65K/year.
Liaison

Freelance Generalist – Writing (English). Pays $20-$40/hour.
Alignerr

Freelance Copywriter – Pays $45-$50/hour.
Solomon Page

Freelance Freelance Copywriter – Pays $17/hour.
Intellibright

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Marketing Secrets

How I Turned a Writing Prompt into $1,200+… Twice! - by Antaeus

My short story was growing, and the protagonist was getting into lots of mischief!

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How I Turned a Writing Prompt into $1,200+… Twice! - by Antaeus
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