writing career advice

World’s Worst Query Letters and Book Proposals For May, 2022!

Published on May 7, 2022 author, worst book proposals and query letters, writing career advice

We’ve been savings these for a few weeks now so there are a LOT to entertain you! As always, I’ve saved the best for last!

7 Local Angles You Can Mine for Your Small Business Writing Clients! – by Sharon Woodhouse

Published on April 29, 2022 article ideas, ghostwriting, Networking, writing career advice, writing tips

There are 30.7 million small businesses in the U.S. and they need your freelance writing help.

And, Even MORE Complaints about Amazon KDP!

Published on April 29, 2022 amazon, author, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, legal, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

Considering using Amazon KDP to publish your book? You may want to read these numerous complaints first. From cancelled author accounts, to royalty issues, to printing/binding problems, to bad (or non-existent) customer service…and much, MUCH more!

Should You Hire GhostWritingProficiency.com? We Don’t Think So! Here’s Why…

Published on April 21, 2022 author, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, editing, ghostwriting, writing career advice

From poor writing and incorrect punctuation on their website to “team” photos obtained from stock photo sites…

Can You Make More Money with General Event News Writing? We Bet You Can! By Simon A. Thalmann

Published on April 15, 2022 diversify your writing income, promoting your writing, writing career advice

One quick and easy news article format that’s always in demand is the general event article.

“Do I need permission to publish blurry or partial photos of people?”

Published on April 15, 2022 copyrights, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Different countries have different laws about people appearing in photographs.

Have You Been Denied a Writing Gig Because of Your THOUGHTS on Sexual Orientation?

Published on April 15, 2022 Censorship, diversify your writing income, legal, writing career advice, writing scams

“The editors wrote back, specifically asking about my sexual orientation. I replied that journalism is only about accuracy, presenting facts in an understandable manner, and leaving readers with lasting memories about the presentation….”