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Writing Articles

13 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Sign That Book Contract or Take That Freelance Writing Job

In a competitive industry, it’s easy to feel like publishers hold all the power. But the truth is they need good content—and writers have a right to not be fleeced. Here are some situations when the best option just might be to walk away from that book contract or that freelance writing job.

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    Apr 21, 2018
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Publishing FAQs

The Problem with Sensitivity Readers Isn't What You Think It Is

As major media outlets raise the question of whether sensitivity readers represent censorship, Anna Hecker offers her experience working with one.

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    Jan 16, 2018
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Spiritual

Getting the Details Right in Your Writing: Myths and Facts About 3 Major Religions

Accurately portraying the complexities of different religions is no easy task. Here are a few debunked myths to keep your characters from becoming caricatures.

  • By Tyler Moss
    Jan 11, 2018
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Ethics

Can You Use Your Spouse as a Source?

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    Apr 28, 2009
Ethics

Getting Out of Book Blurbs

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Conflict of Interest

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Is Wikipedia an Accurate Source? (And Can Editors Alter Sourced Material?)

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    Feb 12, 2008
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Multiple Submissions Etiquette

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    Aug 28, 2007
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