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4 Tips for Songwriters
Beware of the “song sharks” out there. Here are some tips to help you steer clear of those who are “ethically challenged”. Read more
The Good and Bad of Generic Use
Forget word-of-mouth publicity. Keeping your brand name from becoming a household name ensures your niche in the market. Read more
Mojo Working
At an increasing number of newspapers, traditional reporters are trading in their news desks for laptops and posting stories on the fly. Read more
Getting To “The End”
Getting To “The End” Read more
Using Direct Quotes
Using Direct Quotes Read more
3 Tips for Writing for Kids
Marcia T. Jones and Debbie Dadey, who have written more than 80 children’s books together, including Sea Monsters Don’t Ride Motorcycles, discuss the basics of developing an attention-grabbing plot when writing for children Read more
The Hustler
After 13 months of hand-selling his book from town to town, Christopher Paolini is vaulting to publishing stardom with a marketing savvy beyond his years. Read more
Getting Your Life in Line
Creating a timeline of your life in your journal can help you see more clearly how to get from Point A to Point B. Read more
Lock Up Your Private Writing
Guard your diary from trespassing eyes with a little creative protection. Read more
Setting Fees
As the market shifts and publications die, freelancers need to know how to set competitive fees. Read more
THIS WRITER’S LIFE: The Not-So-Silver Screen
Our bestselling author reveals what it’s really like to have a book adapted into a film, and why she continues to sign away her rights. Read more
Writing Corporate History
How freelancer Jack El-Hai went from writing for historical magazines to writing corporate histories. Read more
THE WD INTERVIEW: CHRISTOPHER MOORE: A Comic Bite
Even though his name regularly appears on bestseller lists, Christopher Moore is still known as a cult writer. Find out how he lures fans by marrying the genres of humor and horror. Read more
What is a Blog?
Q: While I’ve read several sites referred to as “blogs,” I’m not really sure what a blog is. What is a blog? —Christopher B. A: From writers at award-winning newspapers, to magazine … Read more
What Christine Byl can’t not do
Is writing something you can’t NOT do? If so, you’re on the right track, as the case of writer Christine Byl Read more