Category Archives: Freelance Writing

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Gearing Up – Writing & Back To School Time

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Guest Post: Localize It

Friday September 3, 2010 Today I welcome guest blogger Jennifer McEntee, a freelance writer specializing in local outlets. I’m a freelance journalist specializing in feature stories for daily newspapers, regional magazines and online news sites. While I sometimes query national … Continue reading

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Interesting Question in the Forum: Take a FT Freelance Job?

Friday September 3, 2010 In the forum, reader Stacie M. asks for our opinion on taking a full time freelance writing job. She gets to make her own hours, and stay within her home office, but she must log 40 … Continue reading

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Yes, I DID Mean to Choose You for the Freelance Writers Gallery

Saturday September 4, 2010 At the beginning of summer I put out a call for additions to my freelance writers gallery, and got several responses…that my email eventually ate. Sorry. I am asking a new for any volunteers who would

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Getting Your Book Written Class

Tuesday September 7, 2010 Anne Wayman has announced her new class, Getting Your Book Written with Vision & Spirit. I have full confidence in Anne and know that this will be a great class! So, if you’re one of those … Continue reading

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Guest Post: Writing Biographies

Kelly Boyer Sagert finds a lot of work in the field of writing biographies. Here she shares some tips and tricks for fellow freelance writers. From triumphant Olympic gold medalists to clever Colonial-era counterfeiters;

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Seeing Clients In Your Home

Monday September 20, 2010 Last year, I redesigned and refurbed my home office so that I could see local freelance writing clients in my home. I set up a large, tall (pub height) conference table with 4 spots to sit, … Continue reading

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Flipping Pages- What’s Your Fave Part of a Magazine?

Thursday August 19, 2010 As I noted in today’s article about freelance contributors, one of my favorite parts of a magazine is the “About Our Contributors” section. Many of those highlighted here are writers like you and I. It’s interesting … Continue reading

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Excellent Training Session for Freelance Writers

Thursday July 29, 2010 Hi All, Just wanted to pass on the info for this workshop sponsored by Communication Central. It is in Rochester, NY the first weekend of October. Click here for details: Build Your Communications Business.

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Excellent Freelance Writing Job Opportunity Now Hiring

job openings here at About.com, and noticed one that many freelance writers might be suitable for. The Media guide covers industries like web, magazines, and print news. Guides are paid monthly, which is a blessing and allows you to comfortably … Continue reading

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