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.…
Articles
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!…
8 Writer’s Markets That Pay $1 Per Word Or More! – by Karoki Githure
Most of the high paying markets rarely advertise that they are looking for fresh articles but they are always ready for a great pitch. All you need to do is...…
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!…
6 Paying Humor Markets for Freelance Writers – by Emma Larkins
So, how do you get around the fact that everybody and their grandmother wants to attach themselves to the laugh-powered gravy train, regardless of actual skill or quality of sense of humor? Instead of focusing on "just" writing humor, the wise freelancer should find ways to integrate material capable of inducing involuntary grins into articles for niches that aren't strictly focused on being funny... …
Artist in Residency: Getting Paid to Relax and WRITE! – by Laura Lee Perkins, MS
Many offer stipends ($2,000+) and travel expenses; I often came home with extra money in my pocket!…
Lights, Camera, You’re Hired!: How to Nail That Virtual Interview – by Louisa Eunice
Today, when you apply for that lucrative, long-term freelance writing job, chances are that the hiring manager will interview you through real-time video...…
I Built a Copywriting Business That Earned $50K in Its First Year – by Steve Hoyles
I wasn’t looking for a one-off pay day. I wanted a steady income. And, I got it. …
7 New Paying Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Markets – by Avery Springwood
Get paid to help readers escape! …
How I (Literally) Broke into Print – by Pamela Jane
A renown writing teacher told me my book would never sell so I proved her wrong!…
How I Earn Money Teaching a “Write Your Own Obituary” Class – by Laura Lee Perkins, MS
My very successful class has a deep connection with all of the suffering and death during this past year: WRITE YOUR OWN OBITUARY – So No One Else Does!…
7 Paying Markets Where You Can Write About What Fires You UP! – by Rachel Carrington
Writing about the things that really "float your boat" can actually make you money!…
How Content Mills INHIBIT Your Writing Career – By Mohamed Saad
Three things writers LOSE when writing for content mills. …
Four Fundamental Habits to Develop for Long-term Successful Freelancing – by Jennifer Brown Banks
In over 20 years, I’ve never missed a deadline. I’ve never flaked out on an editor, or not delivered what I have promised. Here's how I do it...…
Success as a Disability Writer – by Kerry Ridgway
Many writers have a disability and, sometimes, it's even the reason they write...…
Personal Growth through Novel Writing – by Alan Vandervoort
From the first page to the last page, personal growth is expected of main characters – a Scrooge-like transformation...…
Five Simple Actions To Create a Domino Effect of Book Sales – by Chris Norbury
Simple acts of goodwill CAN and DO lead to more book sales!…
We Need Feature Articles – and We’ll Pay You $60!
With the COVID scare and various government entities doing all they can to put people out of work, you can earn extra cash writing for us!…
Staging Your Zoom Background to Sell More Books! – by Ellen Scolnic and Joyce Eisenberg
Zoom meetings are becoming more common as a way to conduct business. Does your "background" say the wrong thing about you and your product/service?…
Is That Movie/TV Show “Substantially Similar” to Your Book…or Not? – by Harvey Randall, Esq.
Montgomery alleged that the miniseries infringed on two of her copyrighted short stories...…
The Pros and Cons of Online Editing Software – by Gregory Austin
While nothing beats a human editor, writers using editing software must be savvier than the technology. Otherwise, their writing may suffer...…
In the World of Books, It Didn’t Matter That I Couldn’t Hear! – by Khalil Barnett
No one would ever have to repeat themselves for me to get what they were saying!…
My Previously Rejected Essay was Accepted by Writer’s Digest Magazine! – by Kate Meadows
If you haven’t encountered a snarly rejection that momentarily stabs you in the heart, I submit that you’re not working hard enough as an artist!…
A BALLSY Move! Using YOUR Picture as the Lead Character On YOUR Book’s Cover – by Khalil A. Barnett
A ballsy move, to be sure. For a number of reasons. Not the least of which being that the story, it’s right there in the synopsis, has a lot of sex in it. Imagine that conversation with mom...…
Don’t Let a Disability Stop You From Writing!! – by Jade Williams
There are LOTS of products available to help disabled writers!…
Think Someone Copied Your Book? You Might Be Wrong… – by Harvey Randall, Esq.
If you think someone else has copied your work based simply on a theme, or other general details, this article may save you thousand of dollars in legal fees...…
Screenwriting Success When Hollywood Is NOT Buying – by Mark Heidelberger
The pandemic has opened up certain opportunities if one knows where to look, and how to capitalize!…
