The Dreaded Research Paper
Not many people like to write a research paper. Just the thought makes some students want to run and hide. Hearing your professor assign a research paper as part of the requirements of a class is d
The Importance Of Stories
Long before the advent of a written history, the elders of ancient civilisations used stories to teach the new generation. The lessons might have related to the values of the society, their particu
I Just Quit My Last Paying Writing Gig... And You Should Too!
I just quit my last paying writing gig. Why? Because I make more money giving my writing away. Yes, that's right. I make more money giving my writing away than I did selling my articles and columns
How Being A Good Listener Can Make You A Successful Copywriter
Know your prospect. You hear this over and over -- and it truly is the most important secret of powerful, successful copywriting.
You can find out about your prospect from a number of source
Being Paid To Learn
The term content writing has taken on a new meaning with the advent of the internet. In strict writing discipline the term refers to adapting your writing to match a specific style or voice. This t
Business Writing: Commonly Misused Words
We use writing every day in business. Does your writing make you look more professional or less professional?
There are some words that are commonly used interchangeably, when in fact they h
Publishing My Magazine: A Look Behind The Scenes.......
I thought it might be interesting to give you some idea of what it is like publishing this magazine. My plan in life was to publish a book or two, but to make a long story short...it didn't happen.
Greeting Cards: For In Between Freelancing
"U.S. consumers purchase approximately 7 billion greeting cards each year, generating nearly $7.5 billion in retail sales." *
Have you ever wondered who actually writes all of those greeting
How To Be Your Own Editor
There is a stigma associated with writers turning to editors for assistance with their work. Some people see outside editing as an unfair advantage, a form of literary cheating. Writers are expecte
Four Things Successful Authors Share
Several years ago, Anastasia Suen sent us this note, which still appears on our web site: “Yesterday’s mail brought copies of Hodgepodge, with my poem on the back page, and an acceptance letter fro
Simple Steps Lead To Successful Books
Like most first time authors, I figured that once the word was out that I'd written a book, the world would beat a path to my door wanting to buy it. I'll admit I gave little thought to marketing u
Writing The Article
Just as a builder would hesitate to erect a house without a carefully worked-out plan, so a writer should be loath to begin an article before he has outlined it fully. In planning a building, an ar
What Topics Should Your Article Writing Campaign Cover?
You are convinced that article marketing will work wonders for your internet business, but are not sure what topics you should write about in those articles. What should be your focus?
There
How To Become A Freelance Grant Writer
What is a freelance grant writer? These individuals have a lot of power in their hands. When they work for companies, they are essentially trying to help gain free money for that company to help th
Improve Your Donation Thank You Letters, Cards And Notes: Make Your Donor The Hero.
One temptation in writing fundraising thank-you letters is to make your organization the star of the letter. You feel pressure to tell your donors how terrific you are, how cost-effective you are o
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