Jane Friedman

JULY 10, 2024

Book publishing is a New York–centric business, to a fault. All of the major US publishers are based there, as are many literary agents. When I visited Chicago this past June, I had the opportunity to meet Doug Seibold, the founder of Agate Publishing , established in 2002. Sometimes certain kinds of books are up. Yes and no.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Today’s post is by Elizabeth Held, who publishes the newsletter What To Read If on Substack. When I mentioned to Christine Larson, author of Love in the Time of Self-Publishing , that more than a dozen romance writers had donated to an auction to help my neighborhood bookstore make repairs from flood damage, she immediately lit up.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

I discovered that the true answer to how much new freelance writers make remains low – $10/hour. Writers are struggling financially, and I think I know why. But, as a freelance writer, you can wow clients with WHAT you link to in your articles. And by wowing clients, you become their go-to writer. This is shocking!

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For a brand new freelance writer, these websites can be the big break to make this dream a reality. If you want to be able to work from home as a freelance writer, then a way to get started is to snag paid guest posting websites. These are special websites that allow writers to post an article and get paid for it.

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Are you a creative or literary writer looking to share your words with a larger audience of your peers? Then look no further than these literary magazines accepting submissions! The new year is just around the corner and there are plenty of literary magazines looking for high-quality writing for their next issue.

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Write Freelance

AUGUST 12, 2020

Wondering how to become a freelance writer and find high paying jobs? I have been into freelance writing for over 6+ years (even before work from home was considered cool), and throughout this time, I have learned a lot about what it takes to be a good content writer and find high paying writing jobs. Who is a freelance writer?

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Melanie Saxton

MAY 27, 2023

I’m fortunate as a home writer to report and blog about exciting residential properties and improvements. Enjoy the article below published in June 2023 in The Woodlands City Lifestyle. Need a Writer or Editor in The Woodlands to Assist with Your Home-based Blogging, Books, or Marketing Material?

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Make a Living Writing

JULY 22, 2024

After all, you’re not going to get paid to write poetry for most magazines, trade pubs, businesses, or blogs. However, it’s not impossible to land poetry jobs, get paid for your prose, and even get a byline for publishing poetry. But you can consider writing poetry as one way to earn an income as a freelance writer.

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Melanie Saxton

JANUARY 27, 2023

As a health writer, I found it very moving to write this piece titled “February is Health Month: Building a Circle of Red in Montgomery County” for City Lifestyle magazine. I specialize in editorial and literary writing and editing for magazines, nonfiction books, and fiction manuscripts.

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Melanie Saxton

MAY 25, 2023

How amazing to work in the world of words as a broadcast and radio writer and journalist, capturing remarkable backstories and interviewing talented pros. Article by Melanie Saxton Photography Provided Originally published in Conroe City Lifestyle What a delight to speak with Mary McCoy just after she took a call from London.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 30, 2022

One of my greatest experiences as a military writer is documenting the post-service journeys of our veterans. As a military writer and editor of magazine articles and books, what an honor and privilege to interview those who have served or are currently serving. Originally published in The Woodlands City Lifestyle.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 4, 2024

One of the most important abilities a writer can hone doesn’t involve writing—at least not their own. Analyzing story like an editor informs every element of writing and every skill a writer must develop—not just editing, but also drafting and revision, and storytelling skill as well as craft skills.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A lot of really great writers still aren’t getting paid enough to pay the bills.” Most full-time writers pay the bills with teaching, speaking, offering classes, freelancing, or as magazine/newspaper staff. I’m here to say it’s possible to pay the bills as a writer, with one weird trick. I am a writer.

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Freelance Magic

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The word freelance writer has been a buzzword for quite some time now — but what does it actually mean?! You’re not alone if you’ve been scouring the internet to find out what exactly a freelance writer does and, just as importantly, what a freelance writing career involves. things that only need to be written once).

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Jane Friedman

AUGUST 27, 2024

Photo by Andrea Jaeckel-Dobschat on Unsplash Today’s post is by writer Jason Brick. The model we’ve come to call crowdfunding has always existed in the form of pre-sales or (in publishing) pre-orders. It can produce enough profit to rival advances from some publishing houses. More on that in a bit. What’s new in crowdfunding?

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Here’s a controversial opinion: Writers are born, not made. If you’re a natural-born writer, then you’ll write your ass off either way. To be clear: Sometimes it takes “real” writers years, even decades, to succeed. Not everyone, ergo, is a writer. The second thing about being a writer is: My God, read a LOT.

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Melanie Saxton

MAY 26, 2023

As a cultural writer, I cover community events, holidays, and happenings in and around The Woodlands, Texas. Article by Melanie Saxton Photography by Presley Daniel Originally published in The Woodlands City Lifestyle Imagine Mom’s expression when she receives something beyond the ordinary for Mother’s Day!

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Copywriter Collective

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

This is the situation that early-career writers find themselves in, with lots to say and a writing style that they know will be of interest to readers. Manage Your Social Media Presence as an Early-Career Writer. The problem for most writers is that doing this can cost significant sums of money. Apply for Funding.

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Melanie Saxton

MAY 25, 2023

As a Montgomery County writer in Texas, I’m amazed at the assignments I receive in this great part of the state! Article by Melanie Saxton Photography Provided Originally published in Conroe City Lifestyle If you need ideas for Father’s Day, look no further than our own backyard.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 30, 2022

As a travel writer, it was a thrill to cover the newly renovated splendor of the Grand Galvez hotel in Galveston, Texas. My piece as a travel writer on one of the most iconic and beloved beach hotels in the nation. Originally published in The Woodlands City Lifestyle. As an Experienced Travel Writer, I Can Help!

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Taking assignments as an outdoor architecture writer is one of the many hats I wear in the magazine realm. Article by Melanie Saxton Photography Provided Originally published in Conroe City Lifestyle As we step outside to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine this March, there is no better time to reenvision our backyards.

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Jane Friedman

MAY 7, 2024

There’s been a lot of discussion recently about the challenges around publishing with the Big Five, some of it overblown and some of it valid. Here are three great resources for compiling your initial list of publishers who accept unagented work: Authors Publish : Their free magazine is full of opportunities for unagented writers.

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Write Freelance

AUGUST 19, 2021

So, you are a new freelance content writer? 1 per word (or even less) Do you know some niche content writers today make more than INR 10 per word ? 1 per word (or even less) Do you know some niche content writers today make more than INR 10 per word ? Some freelance content writers make more than INR 30 lacs per year ?

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Melanie Saxton

MAY 26, 2023

As a writer and editor in The Woodlands, I’m honored to interview fabulous people and work with wonderful clients. Article by Melanie Saxton Photography by Bex Wood Originally published in The Woodlands City Lifestyle Our hats are off to four remarkable leaders in The Woodlands. I hope you enjoy the article!

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Jane Friedman

JULY 16, 2024

For many writers, platform is a dirty word. For years now, we’ve been told by agents and publishers, “Nice writing, but you need more platform to sell this book,” or “I’m not sure where this fits in the marketplace—what’s your platform?” Some authors worry about publishing “too much” of their story. You’re not wrong!

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 9, 2024

But being a freelance travel writer is more than just writing about vacations while drinking strawberry-infused margaritas. There are many different types of travel writer jobs, even for beginners. It’s a great way to boost your freelance writer income while living your best life. How Much Money Does a Travel Writer Make?

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Content Marketing Institute

JANUARY 18, 2018

If Intel’s digital magazine iQ could speak, that’s what it would say. How do we evolve from seeing content as sales collateral to acting like publishers? Start by studying iQ’s five-year evolution as the iQ team replaced its marketing mindset with a publishing one. Check out what technology is making possible!”.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

All over Twitter, I’m seeing posts from writers sharing about the latest layoffs. Problogger job board Here’s Writers Work job board. Writers Work job board Here’s Contena’s job board. If not, you pitch it to another magazine. This is what B2B writer Nidhi Kala shares when she tweets.

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Make a Living Writing

MARCH 18, 2024

Seniors magazines and websites abound in the niche of aging well, although they don’t all pay writers. We found ones that both pay writers and have circulation rates in the millions. BEFORE PITCHING: Read the magazine or the website you want to write for. Examples: think AARP and Reader’s Digest. Up to $0.25

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 8, 2024

If you’re a creative writer, you may not be known for things like “ organization ” and “structure,” but this doesn’t have to be the case! Creative writers can often face challenges with vague goals and aspirations. Honestly, smart goals work for everyone—including creative writers.

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The Write Life

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

If you want to become a poet or a writer, you have most likely come across the Poets and Writers Magazine. It’s a magazine that condenses a lot of helpful information writers need to succeed in their careers. Poets and Writers Magazine currently has 100,000 readers, so there must be something to it.

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Make a Living Writing

MARCH 14, 2025

It’s a topic that comes up a lot when people first start asking how to become a freelance writer. A few years ago, I got a lot of response to my call for freelance writers to stop writing blog posts. Many writers were confused about just what the difference is. Some magazines went online-only.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 10, 2024

You’re a freelance writer. You get paid to write for websites, magazines, corporate clients — all different types of gigs. Free Training: A Cheat Sheet for Becoming a Freelance Writer, Starting from Scratch One week, you’re on the beach. In this post, I’m going to teach you how to become a freelance writer.

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Elna Cain

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Then you can become an environmental writer! But before we look at easy environmental writing jobs that pay well, let’s go over what environmental writers do and where you can find these amazing jobs. What Do Environmental Writers Do? Do you have a passion for the environment? Are you dedicated to helping our planet?

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Make a Living Writing

JUNE 24, 2024

Ever wonder how to stand out at a writers conference? Here’s what most writers do… Sign up to attend a writers conference weeks in advance Make travel arrangements Scour the agenda looking for the lectures, workshops, and presentations that sound the most fun, interesting, or helpful And that’s it You show up.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 27, 2024

One of the hardest things new freelance writers face is the uphill battle of trying to find a dang writing job. Over the years, I’ve posted articles on finding writing gigs and even created videos about best places to find gigs for writers. I plan to publish bi-monthly on Wednesday so come join us !

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Another thing that applies to writers of series: If you decide you want a “book zero” in order to supply backstory and whatever other goodies you’ve thought of, you don’t necessarily have to write a whole novel. A short story or novella could easily serve that purpose, and can be published quickly on any of the current digital platforms.

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