Men With Pens

MARCH 18, 2012

There comes a point in every freelance writer’s career where he simply can’t take it any more. Here’s a quick lists of a library’s virtues for a writer. Maybe if you write him some marketing copy, he’ll let you use a vacant room from time to time. Libraries also make wonderful work environments.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 5, 2012

The guy couldn’t even type—but he could produce a “gush” of copy.). True confession now: On my first draft, I don’t even try to be a good writer. So if you’re an AW (amateur writer, i.e., you don’t write for a living), you should be encouraged, because you can take the pressure off yourself when you sit down to write.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 29, 2012

In return, you’ll give them a copy of the finished ebook in due course.). They might not be expert writers, but they can tell you when you haven’t explained something clearly enough or when you’ve gone off on an unnecessary tangent. 4: Get Help from Professionals. Find out more at www.lycopolis.co.uk.

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Make a Living Writing

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Authors or publishers may submit three copies of a book published in 2022, and any poetry collections must be at least 42 pages. #6 This poetry contest is to celebrate and recognize al Native writers who are in the community. For this contest, two copies of a manuscript of roughly 60-90 pages must be submitted by the deadline.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 6, 2012

So what’s the writer who has a message to share with the world to do? Not because I wanted to be a business writer, but because I wanted to be heard. In a world where there are too many messages, too many writers, too many people demanding our time, we have all learned to filter out what’s non-essential.

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Prose Writing IT Copywriting 63

Men With Pens

AUGUST 4, 2010

And many freelance writers want to know how they can get their work right in the spotlight. I knew Forbes accepted blog posts from freelance writers, so I figured my odds were good. Attach a copy of the original query to the email. This way, other editors can see that I’m an experienced writer who always meets her deadlines.

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Publishing Publisher Publishing Freelance 71

Men With Pens

APRIL 22, 2012

…they could finally start that online business, because they’d have the skills to write their web copy and blog for business. Why becoming a better writer could literally change your life. Two judges will help me select the winners: Taylor Lindstrom is a professional writer who has worked closely with me for several years.

Writing 71

Writing Retail Consulting Copywriting 71

Men With Pens

MARCH 13, 2012

Writer’s block. Destroy them, and you’ve freed yourself from the psychological traps of writer’s block forever. How do you cure writer’s block? The minds of writers are rife with fear. Writers suffer mountains of self-doubt and cripple themselves with a lack of writing confidence.

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 22, 2023

Because actually, I never had it in my life plan to become a writer. I studied people who sell lots of books, which mostly are fiction writers, not nonfiction writers. Marc: Actually, I copied Mark Dawson. So I took everything he teaches as a fiction writer, I could apply it 100% on nonfiction, and it works.

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Sales Proofreader Consulting Copy 98

Men With Pens

AUGUST 15, 2012

Everyone’s acquainted with the monotone singsong of the AA’s introduction being rattled off, so do me a favor and imagine that when you read the following sentence: Hello-my-name-is-Kathy-and-I’m-a-writer. For years I thought I was alone with this crippling self-doubt, but recently a writer friend admitted she felt the same.

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Writing Copywriting Copywriter Writer 61

Men With Pens

OCTOBER 28, 2012

Tons of professional writers offer consultations (in person, online, or by phone), e-courses, lectures, tutoring, coaching, conference presentations, and workshops in places as diverse as their own living rooms and large auditoriums. Set up a table or booth to autograph and sell copies. Final Thoughts.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 18, 2011

You know that writers need to read to improve their writing skills. It means finding out exactly what other writers do. If you want to improve your skills as a writer, you need to be able to figure out why you liked this or that – and what made it work. So let me show you how to be a better writer, starting with structure.

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Landing Page Writing Creativity Persuasion 73

Men With Pens

JANUARY 5, 2012

We tend to get caught up trying to get things perfect … but this results in copy that’s either bland or trying too hard. If you’re a freelance writer, you might not have total control over what you write about – but you can choose to specialise in something that’s important to you. Don’t get hung up on how to express yourself.

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Writing Construction Freelance Sales 69

Men With Pens

APRIL 25, 2012

And during his extensive travels, he’s managed to continually write for his A-list blog, build an empire of training resources and publish several books, his latest being the $100 Startup (of which I have a copy in my hot little hands). How to be an eclectic writer who still stays in your niche. Chris writes – a lot.

Writing 58

Writing Copywriting Copywriter Freelance 58

Men With Pens

AUGUST 20, 2011

Web copy, blog post, ebook chapter… You’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden secret. Most writers don’t even know about this technique. But I do – and if you add this writing technique to your day, you’ll be churning out all the copy and content you need. Easy breezy. Don’t Write At All. Which you will be, of course!

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Writing Content Creation Copywriting Copywriter 51

Men With Pens

JUNE 17, 2012

I left my business open to vulnerabilities and lost the ability to capitalize on the copy on my own website. The advantage of the internet is that it makes it very easy to determine who’s reputable and who’s screwed over their previous writers. Always be aware of who you’re dealing with. Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Copywriting Copywriter Entertainment Copy 58

Men With Pens

AUGUST 14, 2011

You should improve your web copy. How to create compelling web copy. These weren’t writers setting up shop to be hired. It showed in their web copy, because it didn’t bring in sales. You should blog. You should write sales letters. You should comment and tweet and say insightful things on Facebook. No one tells you how.

Writing 49

Writing Content Creation Copy Copywriting 49

Men With Pens

JANUARY 9, 2013

You see, many people tell me they wish they could register for Damn Fine Words, because they know that if they could just get in the course… …they could set their business firmly on the path of success, because they’d finally have the skills to write engaging website copy that pulls in much-needed clients.

Writing 64

Writing Prose Retail Content Creation 64

Men With Pens

JANUARY 26, 2010

As a professional writer, your vocabulary is literally your stock in trade. Does your website copy look like you’re trying to impress that professor who won’t give out an A unless you blind him with such stunning prose that he rocks back in his leather-upholstered chair, glassy-eyed, pipe askew, groping blindly with his grading pen?

Prose 50

Prose Copywriting Copywriter Food 50

Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

We’ve known each other a few years and have exchanged many pleasantries as fellow writers and Canadians. I started my career imagining I would write the Great Canadian Novel and instead ended up writing marketing copy for the Great Canadian Bagel (figuratively speaking, at least. Copyright 2006 – 2011, All Rights Reserved.

Storytelling 61

Storytelling Marketing Copy Publisher Publishing 61

Men With Pens

OCTOBER 24, 2010

You see, most clients hire writers thinking they’re buying writing that gets results. There’s a huge disconnect between writers and clients. You think they want killer web copy. You’re their writer, and you were hired to write words that convert prospects into customers. It’s web copy.

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Writing Consulting Copy Copywriter 55

Men With Pens

OCTOBER 28, 2010

So if you’re a writer, you may think you need to be published before you can feel confident about your abilities. He’s currently involved in a huge project to give away 1,000,000 copies of the book he co-authored, How To Be Rich and Happy. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved. You’re wrong.

Copy 64

Copy Projects Writer Publishing 64

Men With Pens

JANUARY 3, 2012

Write compelling website copy to land clients and sales. How to create compelling web copy. These weren’t writers setting up shop, by the way. It showed in their web copy, because it didn’t bring in sales. You’ll be learning how to be a more effective writer from day one – and all through the course.

Writing 43

Writing Content Creation Copy Copywriting 43

Men With Pens

AUGUST 20, 2012

You see, many people tell me they wish they could register for Damn Fine Words, and that if they could just get in… …they could finally start that online business, because they’d have the skills to write website copy that pulls in clients. Why becoming a better writer could literally change your life.

Writing 50

Writing Prose Post Retail 50

Men With Pens

AUGUST 28, 2011

There’s no correct way to react to these pieces – but whatever you thought of them, it’s worth digging deep to work out what the writers are doing and why it’s having a particular effect. Now it’s your turn: find a blog post or other piece of copy and take it apart. Post by Ali Luke Ali Luke is a writer and writing coach from the UK.

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Writing Style Blogger Writing Writer 66

Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

You know this, because all the pros tell you to write compelling website copy to increase your client base and sales. How to write compelling website copy that draws in new customers. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Writing content is crucial to today’s online world.

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Writing Copywriting Copywriter Copy 44

Men With Pens

JANUARY 1, 2013

Blog posts, newsletters, website copy, emails… you have to write a lot to achieve your business goals. You know you need copywriting for your website, but you aren’t really sure how to write website copy that actually brings you sales. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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Copywriting Copywriter Storytelling Content Creation 48

The Subversive Copy Editor

DECEMBER 16, 2022

To me it suggests that each writer, perhaps in consultation with an agent or editor, decided the best approach for their book. It’s also possible that the writer decided and no one objected in the course of preparing the book for publication. A writer then can decide whether the trend works for them. THREE Sadie, 2006.

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Proofreader Writer Publisher Publishing 52

BKA Content

MARCH 13, 2023

It’s also a great example of how a strong marketing content writer — or, in The Furrow’s case, quite likely a team of them — can help companies exceed their marketing expectations. Not only did this book boost sales but it also turned Jell-O into a household name, proving once again the powers of an effective marketing content writer.

Content Marketing 52

Content Marketing Marketing Content Content Writer 52

Men With Pens

MAY 8, 2012

There’s a secret content-creation technique that’s extremely valuable for capturing your ideas so you can turn them into focused blog posts, full ebooks and compelling web copy – and all you need are three sentences. Most writers don’t even know about this technique. She loves the color blue, her kids, and ice skating.

Writing 43

Writing Retail Content Creation Copywriting 43

The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

And that's really how I got started, I made every mistake that we caution against in our books for writers. And I feel like a lot of nonfiction writers do this better than fiction, for sure. Do you schedule your time differently for Honoree, the writer, and Honoree, the businesswoman? I think it was 2006 that I started writing.

Marketing 98

Marketing Publisher Publishing Publishing 98

ProBlogger

JUNE 30, 2012

In 2006 I opened my first copywriting business, sans blog. For example, one of my most successful offerings at The Middle Finger Project has been the One Night Stand —a rapid-fire copywriting service for those who need hot web copy that sells, at a price that won’t send them hurtling into debt with no pants on. (We

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Consulting Blog Blogging Copywriting 41

ProBlogger

MARCH 20, 2017

Back in 2006 I noticed I started getting a lot of two types of emails: People wanting to hire bloggers would email me asking if I knew anyone suitable for a blogging job that they had. While it started slow with just a new job every few days – since 2006 we’ve had well over 10,000 jobs listed! How to Apply for a Blogging Job.

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Proofreader Blog Blogging Advertising 34

ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Back in 2006 I started the ProBlogger job board. Several times a year I advertise for writers for Digital Photography School. When advertising for Digital Photography School writers we’ve asked for specific things, such as examples of their work. It will show the advertiser they’re not just getting a writer.

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Freelance Blogger Proofreader Advertising 28

ProBlogger

JULY 23, 2019

Blogs 3 to Present: Jeff wanted to make a living as a writer, but didn’t know how. . Based on his experiences as a writer and blogger, Jeff will be the keynote speaker at ProBlogger’s upcoming Evolve 2019 in Melbourne. You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One) by Jeff Goins. Tribe Writers . Write every day .

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Blog Blogging Blogger Writer 25

ProBlogger

MARCH 20, 2017

Back in 2006 I noticed I started getting a lot of two types of emails: People wanting to hire bloggers would email me asking if I knew anyone suitable for a blogging job that they had. While it started slow with just a new job every few days – since 2006 we’ve had well over 10,000 jobs listed! How to Apply for a Blogging Job.

Proofreader 20

Proofreader Blog Blogging Advertising 20

Men With Pens

JUNE 6, 2010

I wrote web copy and ebooks and taglines and fiction and all kinds of writerly stuff. I wrote web copy and ebooks and taglines and fiction and all kinds of writerly stuff. That theory about tortured writers? Did I need a writer’s recovery program Was I tapped out on blogging? I couldn’t write. I could write.

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Writer IT Creativity Food 69