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- Why Use a Freelance Writer? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Johnny Blue StarFreelance writers have become more popular recently- as outsourcing sweeps through the world economy. There are many reasons to use them. The question is- does a specific freelance writer fit the exact needs of your project? Probably the most important thing to start out with is to be clear as ...
Views: 763(1 vote) - Wisdom Bites - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Niama WilliamsWISDOM BITE #1: SOCIAL NETWORKING IS A GOOD THING. Got me an intro to Larry Meistrich’s Nehst Studios and some kick-ass carrot cake. Chatting up his assistant, Stefano Bonaretti, was a side delight, unanticipated when joining Philly Writers Meetup Group. Should you spend far too many ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Words Are the Writer's Movie Camera - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Penny FletcherI have literally failed my way to success. By success I mean making my living as a writer, which was my goal. Writers don’t make mega-bucks. Most newspaper salaries are similar to those of teachers and public servants unless you’re John Grisham or Stephen King. Some magazines pay fairly well by ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - WordSmiths - Joseph Chinnock - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2011 from Joseph ChinnockWordSmiths is a consortium of published and award winning novelists, short story writers and poets. Joseph Chinnock is the director of WordSmiths and can help you get placed with the right writing coach for you and your project. Everyone loves a good story, whether it appears in a novel, ...
Views: 15526(1 vote) - Write A Book: 10 Reasons Why You Should - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Joanna PennStudies have shown that 82% of people want to write a book, but few of these actually ever achieve that goal. Here are 10 reasons you should overcome your blocks and write your book. 1. Say something important. Maybe you are passionate about a cause, maybe you have a story that needs to be ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - Write Articles And Captivate Your Readers - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Danish AnsariTo get your name out there, write articles and allow them to be freely reproduced (with a resource box pointing back to you.) A well-written article can: - help build your profile - draw traffic to your site, and - help build a database of clients through associated e-courses or newsletter. ...
Views: 566(1 vote) - Write Right! How to stop writing like a dropout and start writing like a pro - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Lynda McDanielRemember the Battle of Hastings? Maybe a fuzzy 1066. How about trigonometry? Doubtful. So why do we feel guilty about not remembering Ms. McGuire’s 10th-grade English class? After all, for many of us, it’s been a while. For others, they never learned it. Curricula have ...
Views: 679(1 vote) - Write Strategy: Think, Believe, Attack - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Danish AnsariThink of writing like karate...it's about DISCIPLINE. Writing, like other forms of art, work or talent, requires discipline. It won't ever be enough that you say to yourself that you are a writer. Only when you write and write with discipline can you call yourself one. Before you can earn a ...
Views: 617(1 vote) - Write Your Book - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Sandra Lee SchubertHave you thought about writing a book? I hope so. I hope you have the image of your published book firmly fixed in your mind. Getting a big dream implanted in your psyche can invigorate your writing and make you want to bring pen to paper more often. What can you write about? Your ...
Views: 1410(1 vote) - Write Yourself a Better Life - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Leena PekkalainenI write a diary like many people do, on and off. And usually the need to write a few pages arise when I have felt strong emotions. Often those emotions are negative. I do have a vivid imagination so I suppose I am good at strengthening the original emotions. A little thing that made me feel good ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - Write, Get Published, And Promote - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2008 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorThe title of this article is the reality of writers culled down to five words. You want to see your article available online or in print or hold a copy of your book in your hands. The next desired reality is to see a response to all the energy, time, creativity, and passion you put into what ...
Views: 770(1 vote) - Writer's Nemesis: The Publisher - Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Elizabeth MacDonald-BurrowsWhen someone asks me what it takes to become a good writer, I usually grumble, "Enough rejects to paper the walls." Perhaps this is not a very auspicious point to start defining one's writing career, but it takes courage to write. It isn't so much that it takes courage to put the fingers on ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - Writers And A Sedentary Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Michael LeeMany people believe that writers and a sedentary lifestyle do not have any negative effects on their health. This is purely a misconception, especially if the workload of an individual far exceeds their normal resting hours. Writers and authors in a sedentary lifestyle are prone to ...
Views: 697(1 vote) - Writers Block: What is It and How Can One Overcome It (from Creative Writing and Book Publishing Course)? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: Writers Block: What is It and How Can One Overcome It (from Creative Writing and Book Publishing Course)? Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Inspiration, Writing Course, Publishing, Book Publishing, Writing Tips (enough there now, craig) ...
Views: 929(2 votes) - Writers Block: What Is It And How Can One Overcome It ? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2008 from Craig LockCategory (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Inspiration, Writing Course, Writing Tips Web Sites: http://www.webng.com/leftfieldnz/course/index.html and http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self help, ...
Views: 744(1 vote) - Writer’s Web Resources - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from ravinder singhThe Internet has truly revolutionized the careers of writers worldwide. Now you can work for publishers, corporations and a whole range of other clients on a truly global scale. Whether you are in the heart of a big city, or in a remote mountain village, all you need is an Internet connection to ...
Views: 852(1 vote) - Writer’s Web Resources - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from ramanjeet kaurThe Internet has truly revolutionized the careers of writers worldwide. Now you can work for publishers, corporations and a whole range of other clients on a truly global scale. Whether you are in the heart of a big city, or in a remote mountain village, all you need is an Internet connection to ...
Views: 701(1 vote) - Writer’s Web Resources - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Danish AnsariThe Internet has truly revolutionized the careers of writers worldwide. Now you can work for publishers, corporations and a whole range of other clients on a truly global scale. Whether you are in the heart of a big city, or in a remote mountain village, all you need is an Internet connection to ...
Views: 613(1 vote) - Writing a Business Proposal That Stands Out - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Adams bradA business proposal is always written with a clear objective. If there is no clear objective, why would an organization waste so much time and money on it? Writing a business proposal that stands out is the target of each entrepreneur. Whether with the help of a planning company or an in-house ...
Views: 1087(1 vote) - Writing a Cover Letter: Crucial Tips to Remember - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from Michael LeeWriting a cover letter means you’re ready to face the world of employment and job opportunities. However, don’t be like a clone and copy a basic format off the Internet. Instead, make it more interesting and personalized. You don’t have to use scented papers or those with crazy colors when ...
Views: 652(1 vote) - Writing articles for bloggers - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from Vince RobertsonLike most things in life, our society takes writing for granted which is proving to expose more of our ignorance. Writing is a new form of expression, and if we want to do it in a way that the masses can connect with our ideas, we have to think much more simply and clearly about this art. A ...
Views: 563(1 vote) - Writing Children's Books:<br><i>Writing Tools to Help You Write Bestselling Kids' Books</i> - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Ursula LangGet excited about writing children's books! Write bestselling books for kids! Writing for kids can be rewarding: discover how to write bestselling kids' books by knowing what your target readers want. Writing Children's Books for a Target Audience First, choose your target readers: ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Writing Content for Websites - A Thankless Job! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Mohan PSuddenly, everybody wants to write content - write good content - for better search engine ranking. Not just content – you must update your websites regularly. Because Google says so! For the sake of AdSense, everybody is busy in content development. But how to write content and wherefrom to get ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - Writing Essays - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Malina SilvitYou learn writing essays at schools when you are just 8 or 9 years old. The teachers give you topics and you write essays on them and those topics are quite simple. But when you grow up and become a professional writer or a journalist you might need to write essays of different topics which ...
Views: 1217(1 vote) - Writing For Local Veterinary Hospitals - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from ravinder singhFreelance writer STANLEY BURKHARDT has a passion for animals. He loves animals so much, he crafted himself a new career. For the last eight years, Stanley has made a career out of writing for local veterinary hospitals -- and getting paid for it. Burkhardt admits, "I am probably the first ...
Views: 775(1 vote) - Writing Gremlins, Part One: Noticing Your Gremlin - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzCunning and cruel, gremlins skulk in dark corners of the mind, waiting in shadows to pounce. They scold and belittle, telling us we will fail, we have no business writing, we might as well quit and do something else. They interpret and judge our past, playing on our fears, and author the ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - Writing Gremlins, Part Two: Increasing Your Writing Power - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzGremlins are the cruel, cunning embodiment of the limiting thoughts that hold writers back. The first step toward vanquishing yours is to consciously notice its presence. This skill takes practice and is worth developing because it shifts power to you, the observer, and allows you to choose a ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Writing Intuitively - Intuition Defined - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzRight now, intuition is telling me to do something writers are taught never to do: open a piece with a dictionary definition. My rational mind is screaming, Don’t do it! But I’ve learned through experience to trust these intuitive nudges. So here goes… Intuition ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - Writing Intuitively - Intuition Developed - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzWriters use intuition in all kinds of situations, from deciding what to write, to making plot decisions, to following creative urges that make no logical sense. Intuition is always trying to lead us to the right destination, and to get there we must learn to follow it. Shakti Gawain, author ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - Writing Intuitively - Intuition Rationalized - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzIn the novel I’m writing, fire images recur ad nauseum. Boats burn, yards burn, dogs leap through flame, etc. The repetition eventually caught my attention, and my rational mind recoiled. Why so much fire? This is nonsense, man, stop it! I made a conscious effort to snuff the flames, ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - Writing Tips for Characters: Three Academy Award Winning Ideas - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Beth RodgersAs the Academy Awards loom ever closer, we are propelled into a state of excitement. What will the leading men and ladies wear? Who will accompany them? Will their outstanding role win them the coveted Oscar? The Academy Awards are a story-in-the-making. Here are three tips to write winning ...
Views: 613(1 vote) - Writing with Four Hands - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from FSB AuthorsWhen shooting a movie, every faculty is humming at its highest frequency. You don't sleep. It's intoxicating. You're operating on the edge of delirium and grandiose promises of immortality. You think that if you do everything right the gift of the gods is attainable. And then it ends. And there ...
Views: 1030(1 vote) - Writing Your Way Through Stuck Places - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Debora SeidmanMy article today is an offering of a very simple writing tool that can be a powerful way to transform stuck emotions into your life. Writing Your Way Through Stuck Places Do you ever wake up in the grips of an emotion that you can’t shake? Maybe it’s fear or anxiety. Sometimes ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - You Could Be An Author! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Robin KhumukchamI started writing when I was 16 years old. To this day I love writing; I love the fact that we can translate words into images. It is incredible when I think about it. Everyone should write, writing is a way to express your feelings, what you want, what you are. There is no excuse. With word ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - You Don't Need Inspiration! - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from ABHISHEK ABROLdo you? Writers write. You shouldn't wait around for inspiration to come. But sometimes, there are days you can't get anything written down. Or you're at a loss for words. You can't think of anything to write. You don't have Or any idea what to write about. And then you end up believing you're ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - Your Copywriting Training- Learn How To Make Millions - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2008 from erica williamsCopywriting Training- Learn How to Make Millions; Making millions just from working online is not an easy tasks. But, there are literally thousands of people making decent money from the comfort of their own home simply from copywriting. You do not need any special skills or college degree; only ...
Views: 633(1 vote) - Avoiding the Blogging Blahs - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Jamie PrenticeBlogging is one of the best ways for increasing traffic to your company’s website. It enhances interaction between you and your existing or potential clients, giving them the opportunity to speak openly about your product or service. Here are some tips to assure your blog doesn’t become one of ...
Views: 1251(2 votes) - Direct Marketing: Still the No. 1 Way to Reach Your Customers - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from JOANN HICKSIn this article I will be sharing with you tips on how to create a direct mail advertising campaign that gets results? All the tips that I share on creating a direct mail advertising campaign are tested to bring you excellent results in as little as 30 days. Know that especial today in ...
Views: 886(4 votes) - Explain Blogging: Why People Are Going Crazy Over Blogging - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Michael LeeNowadays, everyone from celebrities to regular people are blogging like there’s no tomorrow. But if you have no idea what I’m talking about, I’d be glad to explain blogging to you! Fear not. You don’t need any special skills on computers or social media to understand blogging. To explain ...
Views: 709(2 votes) - Good Ways to Define Writing Style - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Todd HicksIs writing one of the areas of life you are tremendously passionate about? If you are currently a writer, do you write with a specific purpose? It helps a great deal to know exactly what you want to do before writing something to define your writing style. The purpose of this article is to ...
Views: 2215(2 votes) - Poetry for the Soul - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWith National Poetry Week upon us, I'm reminded of my favorite poem: "Intimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early Childhood," by William Wordsworth. The poem is long (you probably figured that from the length of the title), written over a two-year period. It's the fifth stanza that ...
Views: 672(2 votes) - Proper Lead Time is Essential for a Successful Book Launch - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageMany authors make two common mistakes when it comes to marketing their books. One, they don't do any marketing. They seem to think the book will sell itself. Two, they don't give enough lead time for marketing before the book is published. A week or two to prepare for a book launch is hardly ...
Views: 1372(4 votes) - Writer's Nemesis: The Proposal - Part II - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Elizabeth MacDonald-BurrowsIt took me two years to learn to write a good proposal, and a good proposal is a must, if one expects to get his or her work published. Major publishers in today's world will not read unsolicited manuscripts. First, the writer needs to insure that the title of his or book tells what is ...
Views: 689(2 votes) - Increase Sales By Overcoming Customer Fears - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from TJ PhilpottOne of the biggest obstacles any business encounters when trying to increase sales is overcoming the fears of potential customers. On the internet this is particularly challenging since marketing efforts are pretty much limited to the written word. The success and/or failure of many online ...
Views: 984(1 vote) - Sharing a Few Thoughts on Using the Immense Power of Words and Language - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * Sharing a Few Thoughts on the Immense Power of Words and Language I love the beauty, power and magic of the written and spoken word, so love ...
Views: 764(1 vote) - The Trouble With Business Opportunities - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Ron RuhleDon't be fooled by what some people say. You know the sort of thing, "You've got a job for life here, kid". This is total pap! You could lose the lot tomorrow. There's been countless times when someone has told me they've got a job for life. Then a few months later, I've seen them getting a bus ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - This is Exactly as The Drafting of Articles of Service Could Really Help Publicize Your Current Website - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from faction rockService article writing is an excellent way to promote your internet business site, is also very easy to accomplish. You can write articles based on your business at home and send them to the sites of article submission. All you need is to make the time to create the article and publish it. The ...
Views: 490(1 vote) - What I Have Learned in Two Years of Blogging - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Anna RobesonA few years ago, I would see friends of mine blogging about random stuff, like clothes, or their feelings, and I could never understand why they did it. Moreover, I couldn't understand why they would feel the need to share their most personal experiences with complete strangers, talk on facebook ...
Views: 877(1 vote) - "Write Rite" - How to Write Creatively (from Creative Writing Course) - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Write Rite" - How to Write Creatively (from Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course Website: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from ...
Views: 847 - 5 Great Ways to Develop Unique Content - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCreating unique content is the core to any strategy that circulates useful information of any sorts online to promote a business or cause. In fact this particular online marketing strategy has been around for a while and stills remains one of the most effective in use on the internet! The only ...
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