5 Tips And Tricks For Creating a Killer Portfolio – by Louisa Eunice
As a freelance writer, there are two words you will hear over and over again...…
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Using Excel to Keep Track of Markets – by Mike Michelson
When I was audited by the IRS several years ago, my organized records were deemed adequate proof that I operated a bonafide business...…
Bandit Fiction Doesn’t Pay Writers So Their Name is PERFECT! – by Roy A. Barnes
ban·dit: a robber, especially a member of a gang or marauding band. an outlaw or highwayman. (dictionary.com) It's bad enough when publications don't pay writers. But, when the publication is named BANDIT FICTION...…
We Need New Feature Articles – and We’ll Pay $60 for them!
We need more FEATURE ARTICLES. Please see our Writers’ Guidelines HERE. Send us your queries using…
How to Turn Your Ideas into Sellable Pitches – by Odelia Chan
Some authors get addicted to creating lists of ideas, but never get around to pitching and writing. Don't do that...…
Improve Your Income and Your MOOD by Optimizing Your Home Office Space – by Ian Chandler
Your workspace directly and tangibly affects your productivity, output, and mood...…
EEEEEEK!!! 7 Essential Elements Writers MUST Include in Gothic Horror – by Chris Saunders
Gothic fiction often appears under the horror banner but, though there are often elements like restless spirits, ancient curses, and haunted houses, there is usually very little in the way of blood and gore or jump scares. Rather, gothic fiction tends to be more weighty and atmospheric...…
Grammarly Goes Gender Generic – by Antaeus
When I began checking the "errors" in Grammarly's system, I found they all had to do with personal pronoun use — he, she, him, her, himself, herself, and even the words...…
OH, THE HORROR! 7 Ways to Frighten the Pants Off Your Readers! – by Chris Saunders
There are literally hundreds of paying horror markets in the form of ezines, magazines, anthologies, and periodicals, all scrambling for the best available material.…
ALTERNATE ONLINE PERSONALITIES?! Why In-Person Writing Groups Are Far Better – by Gregory Austin
Given the proper forum, an earnest person can transform into a master, philosopher, or superior being of their choosing. Because of this unintentional metamorphosis, much-needed virtues such as modesty and humility are often in short supply online...…
Beware of “Bait and Switch” Tactics from Your Writing Clients – by Jennifer Brown Banks
In my developmental years as an entrepreneur, I’ve been duped a time or two - in various ways and means. And, I’ve mastered a few valuable lessons along the way. To shorten your learning curve, I offer the following caveats...…
7 Paying Motorbike and Cycling Markets For Writers – by Karoki Githure
If you are a riding and cycling enthusiast, or are well versed in the niche, here is a list of seven websites that will pay you to write for them.…
8 Paying Poetry and Short Story Markets for Writers – by Biljana Tadic
If you are someone who likes to write poetry and/or short stories, here is a list of nine markets that pay writers for those.…
5 Ways to “Pandemic Proof” Your Writing Business – by Jennifer Brown Banks
Forget what you’ve been told. Don’t believe the hype. Despite the doom and gloom predictions for the rest of the year, there will always be avenues to earn cash as a professional writer.…
4 Things To Include In Every Freelance Contract – by Louisa Eunice
Working without a contract is always a gamble. Even as a freelancer, it should not be an exception. To ensure that you are fully protected, always include these 4 things in every freelance contract...…
WritersWeekly Needs Feature Articles – Pays $60 for around 600 words
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10 Paying Arts And Crafts Markets For Writers – by Karoki Githure
Make money writing for these Arts and Crafts publications!…
Establishing a “Personal Connection” with Readers WILL Sell More Books – by Joshua Pantalleresco
People are waiting to discover your book. You just have to reach out...and reply.…
My One and Only Super Simple Tool for Increasing My Freelance Writing Sales – by Avery Springwood
I dread to think how many opportunities I’ve let slip by over the years, how much more productive I could have been, and how many more sales I could have landed if only I’d...…
From 7-Year-Old Short Story Writer to Published Author – by Donna Deines
It took me hours to separate the stories by type, and to then organize them chronologically. I discarded the bad ones, kept the good ones, and then put them into a binder...…
Social Media May Be Killing Your Writing Income! – by TM Jacobs
What exactly could you do with your writing with an extra 365 hours over the course of a year?…
Yes, You CAN Copyright Your Website…Under These Conditions – by Harvey Randall, Esq.
Material posted on your personal or professional website must meet the Copyright Office's definition of a website...…
Friendly Advice from an Editor – READ THE @&*$#!! GUIDELINES!! – by Brian Whiddon
If you want to guarantee failure in your freelance writing career, don't read this...…
6 Easy Tips for More Organized, Productive, and PROFITABLE Writing – by Alyssa Goulet
Time is money! Make more money writing by better organizing your time...…
How I Became a Successful Online Writing Teacher – by Sidra Ansari
In my first 2 months of teaching writing online, I made more than £1000.…
Why I’m Reading Fewer Books on My Kindle – by TM Jacobs
Research is beginning to show that there is a downside to reading books on an electronic device.…
Air Raid Sirens and Bombs: What It’s Like to Be a Freelance Writer in Israel Right Now – by Yocheved Golani
My article about our peaceful and multi-cultural neighborhood vendors, surviving after the Covid lockdown, would never be published because Militant Muslims, with full Israeli citizenship and all its privileges, burned down every shop while rioting in the area I’d written about. They murdered whomever they could, destroyed ancient architecture, and ended normative daily life for everyone in the region...…
Post-Pandemic Positive: There are Now TWO Ways to Promote Your Book to Groups! – by Sandy Lindberg
How I sell my books virtually AND in person.…
If You Want to Get Paying Writing Assignments, Do NOT Keep Your Mouth Closed – by Neva Bryan
If I had done what I’m inclined to do—sit in the back of the room with my mouth shut—I wouldn’t have received that writing assignment...…
Is Writing THE Loneliest Job? – by Joshua Pantalleresco
One misconception about the writing business is that we're fighting each other over precious few positions. As a freelancer, I can assure you there is a ton of work out there in a lot of different markets...…
6 Paying Niche Short Story Markets for Writers – by Avery Springwood
If articles and informational pieces aren't your thing, writing short stories can be a great way to earn income as a freelance writer!…
After I Rejected Offers from Academic Publishers, I’m SO GLAD I Found BookLocker! – by Marianna Busching
My manuscript was accepted by several academic publishers but I was told it would be at least six years before the book would be on the market!…
Screenplay to Novel – One Way to Get Around Hollywood! – by Skip Press
Turning your screenplay into a novel is NOT difficult!…
