May/June 2012 Issue
May/June Issue
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Website of the Week
Writing Website of the Week
Published author Roz Morris' website covers a lot of topics about writing--some serious, some for fun. Either way, it's a site that's worth a few minutes of any writer's week. (I recommend following her on Twitter too.Nail Your Novel 
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Freelance Writer, Article Writing
Being a freelance writer isn’t easy, but it is rewarding. In this section you’ll find information about advanced article writing, finding new markets, selling your work, and getting paid. You’ll learn how to turn articles into cash and living the writing life.
The Secret to Paid Writing Gigs
Don’t be afraid to get personal and use your connections to get writing assignments.
by Chad Gervich
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Why Start a Website or Blog If You Have Nothing to Promote?
I feel like there’s a debate heating up between the group who believes it’s never too early to develop an online presence (that’s me) and the group who believes it’s necessary to … Read more
Why You Should Post Your Work Online
Today I’m the featured blogger over at Writer Unboxed, where I contributed a new post: Stop Being Afraid of Posting Your Work Online*. Too many people are afraid of the very thing … Read more
Best Resources for Successful Writers of the Future
Today I gave an online class on how writers can succeed in an ever-shifting publishing landscape. To help those students—as well as all of you—I’m providing what I consider the most helpful … Read more
5 Superb Tips from San Francisco Writers Conference
Pictured above: Patricia V. Davis and myself in San Francisco, outside of Fog City Diner – I took my first trip to San Francisco to speak and attend the San Francisco Writers … Read more
5 Things That Make Me Stop Reading Websites & Blogs
Just in case you missed it, my first contribution to Writer Unboxed went live last week: 5 Things That Make Me Stop Reading Websites & Blogs It’s generated a lot of excellent … Read more
I'm Now a Regular Contributor to Writer Unboxed
I’m very proud to announce that, starting this week, I’ll be a regular contributor to Writer Unboxed. My first post, to appear this Friday, will discuss the 5 things that make me … Read more
Your Simple Checklist for Getting Known & Getting Readers
There’s such a wonderful comment on yesterday’s post that I wanted to bring attention to it (slightly modified to apply to all genres). Thank you, Banana the Poet (aka Michele Breton)! Follow … Read more
The First 5 (Simple) Steps for Growing Readership on Your Blog
One of my posts last month, The Benefits of Blogging, received a number of valuable comments. For anyone wondering about the value of blogging, this is a must-read for the variety of … Read more
Publishing 101: What You Need to Know
Here’s your step-by-step guide to the publishing process–how it works, why you need to know and how you can play an influential role in your book’s success.
by Jerry D. Simmons
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