writing tips

Topic, Common Themes, and Winners of the WritersWeekly.com SPRING, 2019 24-Hour Short Story Contest!

Published on June 6, 2019 Contests!, write that book, writing tips

A violent storm, a blast of cold air, and a furious attempt at escape… Where would YOUR imagination take this topic?

How I Made My Freelance Pitches More Original, and Got More Work By Charlotte Grainger

Published on May 31, 2019 diversify your writing income, Querying, writing career advice, writing tips

The problem I was having was obvious. I was pitching any idea that popped into my head.

7 Fatal Mistakes Made by New Freelance Writers – DON’T Become an Instant Industry Fatality!

Published on May 31, 2019 diversify your writing income, editing, welcomes new writers, writing career advice, writing tips

If you follow all of these rules, your writing career has a FAR greater chance of being a success.

Q – “i keep sending out queries but nobody responds what am i doing wrong” (sic, sic, sic…)

Published on May 24, 2019 article ideas, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice, writing tips

I don’t know how any writer can claim to be a serious writer when presenting their “work” in this way…

Win BIG with Small Writing Contests – By Rachel Carrington

Published on May 9, 2019 Contests!, diversify your writing income, storytelling, welcomes new writers, writing tips

Entering writing contests is a great way to supplement your income between writing projects. A list of free and low-entry-fee contests is featured right here!

How I Beat the Blogging Odds and Built a More Successful Business – By Jennifer Brown Banks

Published on May 3, 2019 diversify your writing income, promoting your writing, writing career advice, writing tips

I have earned thousands of dollars over the years through my award-winning blog and it has made a big difference in my bottom line.You can, too, with a little innovation, information, and inspiration.

Five Things NOT To Do In Your Email Query – by T.M. Jacobs

Published on April 25, 2019 promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice, writing tips

There are some things you want to avoid if you don’t want an editor reaching for the DELETE button right away. Here’s how to ensure editors READ your queries.

WRITERS: When The Going Gets Tough, Sell Short Stories By Rachel Carrington

Published on April 19, 2019 book marketing, diversify your writing income, specialty markets for writing, write that book, writing career advice, writing tips

Don’t overlook short story writing as a viable source of income, ideas, and exposure!

World’s Worst Query Letters and Book Proposals For April, 2019!

Published on April 18, 2019 Worst Query Letters and Book Proposals, writing career advice, writing tips

Oh, yes! We know you’re excited!! Today, we’re going to share another installment of our popular column, World’s Worst Query Letters and Book Proposals. Pull up a chair and prepare for some belly laughs!

Having Too Many Irons in the Fire Can Be a GOOD Thing By Dennis L. Peterson

Published on April 11, 2019 diversify your writing income, promoting your writing, storytelling, writing career advice, writing tips

4 benefits to working on multiple projects at once!