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Wednesday, November 23, 2005

Act Now And Get Your First Article Published! Here's How:

No matter when you decided you wanted to be a writer and no matter how long you've been at it, in the beginning you learned and accepted that you've gotta start somewhere. Maybe you are still at that point, yearning for your first chance at publication. Maybe you've long since kissed those days... Sign in to see full entry.

My LEAST FAVORITE Kind of Writing...

I'm so excited, for today is my day off! I have ALL SORTS of writing in store, from blogging to articles, to an e-Book and more. Maybe I'll even write a letter or start my flood of Christmas Cards... Right now, though, I have to try to beat the mail! So yep, you've guessed it, I'll be writing out... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, November 22, 2005

My Dilemma - Can Anyone Advise Me?

Hi everyone - I'm really in a pickle. This doesn't have a HECK of a lot to do with writing, but it has enough. I'm basically considered fulltime freelance now, which was my goal and my dream. (I work 4 days a week for 8 hours or just under, but only make the same per hour as I did at my last job and... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, November 21, 2005

Hints for Getting Your Articles Sold & Published at Constant-Content!

OK, so signing up is the easy part, but what now? Read on to learn how I sold nine out of 40 articles in a matter of two or three short months! Regarding topics, I encourage you to post everything you can. Post your reprints, post new articles if you feel so inspired, post book reviews, hotel... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, November 20, 2005

Paying Markets for My Writing Friends, and a Helpful Website!

Hi Everyone: I know a lot of these are specific to certain interests, but you never know when or where you'll find the lead that breaks you into freelance writing! I know many of you are trying to break into freelancing, and many dream of doing it fulltime. For those who have not yet sold an... Sign in to see full entry.

Can You Make $100 A Day Writing? I Can, And I'll Tell You How You Can Too!

Writing for a living seems to be much more of a guilty pleasure than an actual job for me. It is something I have enjoyed ever since childhood, and it really does not feel like "work" when I sit down and crank out a few articles. Even if you've always wanted to be a writer and never gave it a... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, November 19, 2005

Negatory on the Press Pass

For those of you who were following up on my post from yesterday, I did go to the play and we had to pay to get in... I took some photos and kept the program - I think - so I could write a small story and see if my editor would publish it. The press pass didn't get a discount or anything, but my... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, November 18, 2005

Journalistic Ethics and Morals

Having a press pass comes in quite handy sometimes. Free parking, free admission, sometimes even free food and giveaways! How many things have you gotten for free, all because you were "on assignment"? Tonight I'm going to a little kid play at my former high school. I'm closely related to a high... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, November 16, 2005

Freelance Markets for My Writing Friends:

Finding freelance jobs that suit you to a "T" can be quite the challenge. I'd like to do my part to help out.:) I'll try to post some freelance markets at least once or twice a week, if not more often. All I ask is that you tell me the good news if you sell anything!!!:) Good luck everyone and keep... Sign in to see full entry.

Searching Everywhere for a Subject to Interview for a Story With NO Luck?

Have you tried ProfNet? This is a wonderful and FREE service for writers, reporters, journalists. You've got a killer story to write and you're so excited to get the scoop. But that is in fact the toughest part of writing your story! Getting the scoop from a reliable source can be easy if you have... Sign in to see full entry.

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