October 18, 2021

Freelance Writing

5 Ways Hiking Made Me a Better Freelance Writer
Writing Habits and Practices

5 Ways Hiking Made Me a Better Freelance Writer

May 27, 2021
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Business of Writing

Secrets of the Self-Employed: Tips for Freelance Writers

Sep 14, 2020
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Publishing Insights

Writing Submissions for Magazines: How to Submit Writing to a Magazine

Apr 14, 2020
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Publishing Insights

When Should Writers Incorporate or Create an LLC?

Mar 26, 2020
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Publishing Insights

When Should Writers Write on Spec?

Feb 20, 2020
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Articles

The Art of Spin-Offs: Freelance Article Ideas

Feb 19, 2020
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Publishing Insights

How Much Should Writers Charge Per Word or Per Project?

Jan 21, 2020
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Freelance Writing

Building Your Freelance Writing Career: Just Say Yes

Dec 17, 2019
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Publishing Insights

When and How Should Writers Negotiate Better Terms?

Dec 3, 2019
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Ghostwriting

The Horrors of Being a Ghost: Ghostwriters Share Their Tales of Nightmare Clients

Aug 17, 2019
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The Writer's Life

How to Make Yourself Look Good Without Lying

Apr 18, 2019
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Freelance Writing

Profit Spikes in Short Bursts of Time: Small Projects Writers Should Pursue

Apr 15, 2019
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Writing Articles

20 Ways to Generate Article Ideas in 20 Minutes or Less

Dec 26, 2018
Original cover, Writer's Digest November 1947
Vintage WD

Stan Lee's 1947 Guide to Writing and Selling Comics

Nov 12, 2018
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Articles

Expert Express: How to Find and Leverage Experts When Writing Articles

Nov 6, 2018
This article is excerpted from Susan Shapiro's new book, The Byline Bible: Get Published in Five Weeks.
Write My Query

How to Sell an Essay or Article: 21 Tips for Writing a Winning Cover Letter

Sep 18, 2018
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Writing Articles

Getting Started in Freelance Writing: Key Tips from Marketing Mentor Ilise Benun

Sep 18, 2018
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Interviews/Journalism

Bob Woodward Gets to the Bottom of Things: Timeless Investigative Journalism Techniques (from Writer's Digest 1996)

Sep 6, 2018
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Writing Articles

indieLAB—a New Event for Entrepreneurial Writers

Aug 28, 2018
This article is excerpted from Susan Shapiro's new book, The Byline Bible: Get Published in Five Weeks © 2018 from Writer's Digest Books.
Writing Articles

The 12 Best and Worst Things That Could Happen After Your Freelance Article Is Accepted

Aug 21, 2018
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Writing Articles

Pitching Articles: 5 Tips for a Successful Freelance Writing Pitch

Jun 22, 2018
Critical New Legal Issues for Writers
Contracts and Legal Considerations

The Lowdown on Libel: Understanding What Libel Means for Writers

Jun 21, 2018
Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing: A Practical Guide to Selling Your Pitches, Crafting Strong Articles, & Earning More Bylines
Publishing Insights

Writing for Magazines: How to Land a Magazine Assignment

Jun 11, 2018
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Writing Articles

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

Apr 21, 2018