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How I Earn Money Teaching a “Write Your Own Obituary” Class – by Laura Lee Perkins, MS

Published on February 19, 2021

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

Published on February 12, 2021

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

Published on February 5, 2021

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

Published on January 29, 2021

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

Published on January 22, 2021

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

Published on January 14, 2021

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

Published on January 1, 2021

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!

Published on December 18, 2020

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

Published on December 10, 2020

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.

Published on November 19, 2020

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

Published on November 12, 2020

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

Published on November 5, 2020

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

Published on October 29, 2020

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

Published on October 23, 2020

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

Published on October 16, 2020

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.

Published on October 8, 2020

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

Published on October 1, 2020

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!…

Three Paying Markets for “Frugal” Writers – by Rachel Carrington

Published on September 17, 2020

Three Paying Markets for “Frugal” Writers – by Rachel Carrington

The following sites are actively looking for writers, and they’re especially interested in topics that cover frugal living!…

Writing for Your Local Chamber of Commerce – by Deborah Camp

Published on September 10, 2020

Writing for Your Local Chamber of Commerce – by Deborah Camp

This method has worked great for me and, to date, I’ve done paying work for several chamber publications...…

5 Paying Money-Saving and Personal Finance Markets for Writers – by Karoki Githure

Published on September 3, 2020

5 Paying Money-Saving and Personal Finance Markets for Writers – by Karoki Githure

Do you have tips on earning and saving money? These sites will pay you for them! …

Selling Your Unemployment: 3 Paying Markets for the Recently Jobless – by Rachel Carrington

Published on August 27, 2020

Selling Your Unemployment: 3 Paying Markets for the Recently Jobless – by Rachel Carrington

Three websites that pay for articles about unemployment and saving money. …

Is That Editor Right for YOUR Book? – by Gregory Austin

Published on August 20, 2020

Is That Editor Right for YOUR Book? – by Gregory Austin

Throughout the past decade, opportunistic editors have overrun the internet—particularly on social media and writing forums...…

Have You Found Your Work in a Publication AFTER It Was Rejected? – by Kerry Martin Millan

Published on August 13, 2020

Have You Found Your Work in a Publication AFTER It Was Rejected? – by Kerry Martin Millan

Was your work rejected....or NOT???…

14 Paying Markets for Writers, in 4 Niches! – by William Opar

Published on August 6, 2020

14 Paying Markets for Writers, in 4 Niches! – by William Opar

From health and wellness, to parenting, to digital marketing, to making money online, there's a paying market here for your next query!…

Find FREE Help for Your Small Business in Your Own Backyard! – by Kimberly Mintz

Published on July 29, 2020

Find FREE Help for Your Small Business in Your Own Backyard! – by Kimberly Mintz

Local resources and tons of free advice for YOUR small writing business!…

An Author’s Occupational Hazard: Being Sued for Libel or Defamation – by Harvey Randall, Esq.

Published on July 23, 2020

An Author’s Occupational Hazard: Being Sued for Libel or Defamation – by Harvey Randall, Esq.

While it is better that an author not be sued for having allegedly libeled or defamed someone, winning any such litigation would definitely be a desirable result and there are some things an author should keep in mind to that end...…

Self-publishing with Booklocker.com Literally Saved My Bacon During COVID-19 – by Tom Douglas

Published on July 16, 2020

Self-publishing with Booklocker.com Literally Saved My Bacon During COVID-19 – by Tom Douglas

I haven’t had to apply for any benefits because, surprisingly enough, I’m making a bit too much money to qualify!…

8 Paying Markets for Product, Book, and Movie Reviewers! – by Angel Lebailly

Published on July 9, 2020

8 Paying Markets for Product, Book, and Movie Reviewers! – by Angel Lebailly

For those of you who have been hit hard by the economy, you may need to think of an alternative income stream, easily earned from home...…

WRITERS: Here’s How to Create an Amazing Portfolio – by Ian Chandler

Published on June 25, 2020

WRITERS: Here’s How to Create an Amazing Portfolio – by Ian Chandler

If you want to get high-paying writing jobs, you absolutely need a portfolio. After all, a portfolio is much more than a way to display your writing––it’s a way to gain social proof and show potential clients that you’re worth your salt...…

QUERY US! We Need Feature Articles!

Published on June 18, 2020

QUERY US! We Need Feature Articles!

Want to earn $60 for around 600 words? Send us your query!!…

6 Paying Health/Illness Markets for Writers – by Rachel Carrington

Published on June 11, 2020

6 Paying Health/Illness Markets for Writers – by Rachel Carrington

Have YOU considered writing about an illness you've had, or a chronic condition you're living with? …

8 Paying Children’s Markets for Writers – by Biljana Tadic

Published on June 4, 2020

8 Paying Children’s Markets for Writers – by Biljana Tadic

You can get paid by these publications to write short stories, fiction, nonfiction, and poems!…

How I Made it as a CBD & Cannabis Writer – by Angel Lebailly

Published on May 28, 2020

How I Made it as a CBD & Cannabis Writer – by Angel Lebailly

Within just two years, the legal marijuana industry has become a big job creator in the USA. And, writers can (and should!) get in on the action. …

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SELF-PUBLISHING IN 2021? – How Many Book Sales Needed to Recoup Your Investment?

UPDATED: 03/04/2021 EDITOR’S NOTE: Please also see the Self-Publishing Price Comparison HERE. Considering self-publishing? Are you wondering how many books you will need to sell to recoup your investment? LISTED IN ORDER …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED: Book Contests for a Publisher’s Authors? Pppfffttt!!! By Angela Hoy

Playing on an author’s vanity is one of the most common marketing ploys used in the publishing services industry. From promises of wealth and fame to ridiculous “your book can …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED: “Free Publishing Guides” Are Used To Harvest Your Email Address, Phone Number, And More!

When I see the words “free publishing guide,” I think somebody is going to send me a free ebook that is an actual, factual, non-biased guide about the publishing industry, …
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RIDICULOUS RED TAPE!! When POD Publishers Charge WAY Too Much to Make Changes, and Take WAY Too Long to Make Them! by Angela Hoy

We often hear from authors who are upset with their current POD Publisher. One in particular is currently moving his AuthorHouse book to BookLocker, which is never a surprise. We …
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POD SECRETS REVEALED! – “100% Royalties?!” Don’t Be Fooled! By Angela Hoy

What are royalties? According to the I.R.S.: “Royalties from copyrights on literary, musical, or artistic works, and similar property, or from patents on inventions, are amounts paid to you for …
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P.O.D. SECRETS REVEALED: “Free” P.O.D. Services Can Be Very Expensive!

PRICES WERE UPDATED IN THIS ARTICLE ON 7/13/17 NOTE: BookLocker.com offers a D.I.Y. option that costs $78. That includes the cost of the print proof (the first printed, bound copy …
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P.O.D. SECRETS REVEALED: Ridiculous Contract Clauses!

This week, we’re going to show you why reading contracts is imperative when considering a P.O.D. publisher. Did you know… 1. AUTHORHOUSE OWNS YOUR PRODUCTION FILES…AND SO DOES ALMOST EVERYBODY …
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  • 8 Paying Food and Drinks Markets For Writers – by Karoki Githure

    May 20, 2022 6:40 pm

    By: By Angela Hoy - Publisher of WritersWeekly.com

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    Coffee, tea, food, and wine info. - and even poetry! Check out these paying markets for writers!! Read more →

    Below are some writing markets that are looking for fresh content. Whether you’re a new or established writer, the rule of thumb is to follow the submission guidelines carefully to increase the odds of acceptance. You should also read several of their previously published articles to familiarize yourself with the style and typical content before pitching or submitting.

    1. Bon Appetit

    Bon Appetit is a food magazine that covers how food and culture intersect. Their content includes a wide range of stories and culinary traditions that gives readers valuable cooking tips and tools. Bon Appetit accepts pitches for the following sections of their website: cooking, shopping, culture, and restaurant stories. Send a pitch with a brief explanation of your idea for consideration. Articles are generally in the 400 to the 1200-word range. Payment rates start at $250 and go up depending on the experience, word count, and the complexity of the topic.

    Submissions guidelines: https://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-to-pitch

    1. Dish Rag Magazine 

    Dish Rag Magazine, owned by High Steaks Media, is a print and digital publication about food and its connection to culture. It explores different themes through poetry, literary non-fiction, and photo essays. The online magazine welcomes pitches for food-focused essays/reviews/interviews and articles that are 800-1500 words. The print magazine accepts pitches or on spec submissions for both personal and impersonal peripherally culinary content. They feature pieces with the following word count: shorts (500-800), essays (1200-2000), and features (2400-3600). Payment for the digital magazine is $150, and for print magazine is $10, $15, and $25 for shorts, essays, and features, respectively.

    Submissions guidelines: https://dishragmag.com/how-to-pitch

    1. Cuisine at Home 

    Cuisine at Home is a magazine and website that guides people on how to become master chefs in their home kitchens. Its mission is to be a go-to source for trusted, approved recipes for fantastic meals. Typical content includes tips and tricks, podcasts, cooking how-to’s, recipes, podcasts, cooking classes, and seminars, among others. However, they accept submissions for their “Tips” section only. They are interested in unique ways of solving cooking problems, and pay $50 if they publish your work.

    Submissions guidelines: https://www.cuisineathome.com/tips/submit/

    1. Kitchen Work 

    Kitchen Work is a quarterly print magazine about food and wine. Their content covers everything imaginable about how we eat and drink. They are looking for submissions about food and wine, whether its the history, markets, recipes, family traditions, or culinary education, etc. They are interested in simple or sophisticated stories that are considered based on their focus, literary quality, and intrigue. They pay authors $0.10 per word, and the stories can be up to 3,000 words.

    Submissions guidelines: https://www.kitchenwork.com/submissions/

    1. IWA Wine Country Blog

    IWA Wine Country Blog is a property of IWA Wine Accessories, a wine culture and lifestyle website. They are looking for blog posts packed with practical information to help their audience learn more about enjoying and storing wine. IWA only publishes articles written by true wine experts and all pieces must have a sophisticated tone. Their target audience is wine aficionados. Their desired word count for an article is between 600 to 1,000 words. Writers interested in writing for IWA must send the complete article instead of pitching their idea. Payment is $20 per basic article, $30 per in-depth gift guide, $40 per wine pairing guide, and $50 per highly technical article.

    Submissions guidelines: http://blog.iwawine.com/iwa-contributor-guidelines/

    1. Fresh Cup Magazine

    Fresh Cup magazine is an industry publication that focuses on the coffee and tea sector. They aim to help professionals develop a more prosperous and sustainable coffee and tea industry. The magazine is looking for articles on coffee retail, such as trends, cafes, management, roasting, marketing, and sustainability. Fresh Cup is interested in topics that are inspiring, insightful, and educational to professionals desiring to be more successful. They pay $200 per article, and the word count is 700+ words.

    Submissions guidelines: https://www.freshcup.com/resources/write-for-us/

    1. Plum Deluxe

    Plum Deluxe is an online magazine about tea that strives to “make moments that matter” with their tea products. They are interested in fresh content for new and established writers but strictly require published writing samples. Articles preferred should be tea-themed topics that drive new interest in their tea, such as tea tutorials and creative tea parties. To write for Plum, submit your topic idea first for approval. Payment is $35 per feature and $60 for recipes, and articles should be 500 words or more.

    Submissions guidelines: https://www.plumdeluxe.com/write-for-us

    1. SevenFifty Daily

    SevenFifty Daily is an online magazine that covers the culture and business of the alcohol beverage industry. They aim to serve drinks professionals with relevant information on conversations, ideas, and people moving the industry forward. To write for SevenFifty Daily, pitch a topic idea that clearly appeals to one of their three audience segments: distributors, buyers (restaurant /retail), or suppliers (producers/ importers). They publish both shorter and longer articles of 400-600 and 1,000+ words, respectively, throughout the month. Payment is $0.50 per word for an assigned length but can be more depending on the complexity of the topic.

    Submissions guidelines: https://daily.sevenfifty.com/app/uploads/2022/03/SevenFifty-Daily-Pitch-Guidelines-1.pdf

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