Published on August 14, 2013
Copywriting and copyblogging are two highly lucrative writing fields yet too many freelance writers continue to “grind it out” at small-time blogs, “mom-and-pop” businesses and non-profits. In some cases, these freelance writers assume that they don’t have the right credentials to land a corporate gig. In other cases, they are intimidated by the corporate world and its profit-centric terminology such as ROI, KPI, sales copy, landing page, marketing collateral, etc.
However, aside from being prefaced by the word “copy,” copywriting and copyblogging still involve writing well for an audience…
Published on August 14, 2013
I realize I’m getting ahead of myself here as I’m yet to publish anything, but on the day I do…is choosing not to list with Amazon a realistic option?
Published on August 7, 2013
Caleb has been here a little over a week now. He spent the first part of the summer being a private chef on yachts in Bar Harbor, Maine. Since he arrived, we’ve been taking full advantage of his culinary talents…
Published on August 7, 2013
So, readers, what would YOU write for?
Published on August 7, 2013
This Week:
- Angela Angers a So-Called “Publisher”
- I’m Quitting Freelancing but Thanks for the Memories!
Published on August 7, 2013
You borrow books, you scan magazines. What else can the library do for you as an author? Two things…
Published on July 31, 2013
Last weekend, Caleb (one of “our” kiddos who we took in a few years ago) flew into town for a couple of weeks. He wanted to surprise Max and Mason so we had an elaborate plan to trick them. We told them we were going to Tampa to see the sea creature exhibit at the MOSI Museum (that much was true). They didn’t know about the pit stop we’d be making…
Published on July 31, 2013
Did you see the news last week about a libel lawsuit against a deceased author? A judge has ruled that the lawsuit can proceed but it now involves his widow. Aside from only publishing facts that you can prove beyond any doubt, how can you protect yourself and your family from these types of lawsuits?
Published on July 31, 2013
Thank you so much for making this as ‘painless’, yet convenient publishing experience. You guys should be proud of another quality job well done.
C.J. Peterson
Strength From Within
The Call To Duty
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Dear Angela,
I am very pleased I decided on Booklocker. Thanks for your frank advice, timeliness and honesty. Let the games begin!
John Olson
El Berdo
Published on July 31, 2013
In 2001, I began to write my first fiction manuscript. Three years later, I’d established a website, and began to upload information about the title. Imagine my surprise and excitement when, not more than two months after my finishing it, an acquisition editor for a good-size publisher read my web excerpts, and requested the full manuscript. I remember I was beside myself with anxiety as I received nothing back…
