Elna Cain

MARCH 27, 2024

Want to know EXACTLY what you need to gain a writing job from the people that ACTUALLY hire writers? If you’re a new freelance writer and struggling to find clients, find writing gigs, and impress clients so that they give you glowing testimonials, then learn these tips. Maybe I’m privileged and trying to pay it forward.

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Nick Ursborne

APRIL 21, 2023

I’ve been using GPT as a brainstorming buddy, a research assistant, a first draft copy and content writer, a social media writer… and more. This time I asked GPT-4 to write me a 40-page Kindle book I could publish on Amazon. So… at the end of my workday a couple of Fridays back, I sat down with GPT-4 to work on the book.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 2, 2023

If you want to capture your journey and pass it on to your children and grandchildren, then write your legacy book. If you’re not exactly a writer or historian, never fear! As a professional ghostwriter and book editor, I can begin your project from scratch or complete what you’ve started. Look no further!

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Trade books are great marketing tools. But what if you’re not a writer. I write or edit books across all industries to help businesses gain an upper edge. Often, a memoir element is apparent in these books. And yes, as I wrote this on assignment for Conroe City Lifestyle , it made me envision the start of a book!

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 29, 2023

Get assistance from a tourism book editor. Are you thinking about writing a book on tourism, travel adventures, or special destinations here and abroad? Count on me, a tourism book editor, with decades of experience in my portfolio! Do You Need Assistance From a Tourism Book Editor? Writing a travel or tourism manuscript?

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Count on me to ghostwrite your book and make your dream of authorship a reality. The most important thing I relay to author clients is, “It’s an honor to ghostwrite your book.” Eyes on Ghostwriting Projects. Do You Need Me to Ghostwrite Your Book? Types of Books. What is Ghostwriting?

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The article below, published in Conroe City Lifestyle , could easily be something found in interior design books. Do you have an interior design book percolating inside your head? Now is a great time to write a promotional corporate book filled with your amazing talent, advice, projects, and journey through a competitive market.

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

But specifically, for writers and book publishing, it spreads so many myths and misconceptions about the business of authorship that I’ll be undoing the damage for years. (My Having an online presence or following is mostly a bonus for the agent or publisher if you’re an unpublished or untested fiction writer.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Real estate professionals with fascinating personal backstories are the perfect future authors of Realtor Books. Realtor Books — The Basics I have found Realtors to be great storytellers, weaving narratives throughout showings, buying, and selling transactions. Is a Realtor book in your future? And what evokes a sense of home?

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 1, 2023

Many writers in my Writeto1k Facebook group are discussing intentions rather than resolutions. When starting as a beginner freelance writer , one thing that can help you stay on track and make a living is creating a client ladder. When you read more, you simply become a better writer overall. Create a Client Ladder. Read More.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 5, 2023

Writing is a form of creativity, and as freelance writers, it’s our job to write compelling blog posts, white papers, case studies, or any content a client wants. This has never been more true as I land bigger clients with bigger projects. That’s a tall order for a freelance writer.

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Kayleigh Moore

MAY 8, 2023

Both indicated they look for writers who handle topics and feedback without inserting their own egos. Tommy said, “I want writers that care about the work and can write without ego. Riley Kaminer said: “I need writers who are responsive. Viktor Nagornyy said, “I look for writers with a signature writing voice.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 13, 2024

How can you blend ‘work for hire', ghostwriting, and being an indie author into a successful hybrid career writing books for children? Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Aubre Andrus is an award-winning children's author with more than 50 books, as well as being a ghostwriter and former American Girl magazine editor.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There are a hundred and one good reasons to write business trade books. Whether you offer flooring options, countertops, cabinets, kitchen and bath renovations, or even appliances — your marketing narrative can (and should) be captured on your blog, and, better yet, a book! You might not be a writer, and that’s where I come in.

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Elna Cain

JUNE 3, 2023

And this is a high-paying freelance writing project too. So, how do I deal with demanding clients since they would look good on my writer portfolio and could lead to more high-paying jobs ? Let’s dive into my freelance writer story about this particular client and then specific scenarios on how to deal with these toxic clients.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 7, 2023

As a freelance writer, you are probably always looking for ways to improve your skills. Reading is an amazing way to develop the skills you need to make you a better writer. It gives you the opportunity to observe successful writers and helps you learn more about writing. How Does Reading Make You a Better Writer?

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Melanie Saxton

AUGUST 1, 2023

As a kid’s sports writer, I cover back-to-school, extracurricular activities, and what it means to live, work, and play in our community. Email me today at melaniesaxton@icloud.com , and let’s talk about your project. You’ve come to the right place!

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Melanie Saxton

AUGUST 1, 2023

As a community writer, I’m happy to share my article about YES to YOUTH and “Preparing to Bloom Now and in the Future,” published in The Woodlands City Lifestyle. Email me today at melaniesaxton@icloud.com , and let’s talk about your project. You’ve come to the right place!

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 28, 2023

One of the best reasons I love about being a freelance writer is you can make up your own salary and rates. I know, budgets aren’t exactly the most exciting thing to talk about, but they are necessary; especially for a newer freelance writer. I wrote a post a while ago about how to manage your money as a new freelance writer.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 30, 2022

One of my greatest experiences as a military writer is documenting the post-service journeys of our veterans. As a military writer and editor of magazine articles and books, what an honor and privilege to interview those who have served or are currently serving. I Can Help as a Military Writer, Editor, and Journalist.

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 13, 2023

Join interviewee Ann Garvin on Wednesday, April 19 for the online class Pitch Your Book in 2 Sentences. Writing a book is one thing; marketing it is quite another. I desperately wanted to impart the heart and soul of my book to them, but all I could do was nervously stutter. What mistakes do writers often make when pitching?

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Taking assignments as an outdoor architecture writer is one of the many hats I wear in the magazine realm. It also brings to mind the businesses that could use case studies, white papers, and corporate books to promote their business. As an outdoor architecture writer, I cover softscaping, hardscaping, and glowscaping topics.

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Kayleigh Moore

JANUARY 5, 2023

My issue was over-booking. The clients I’m working with and the number of projects I have with them. Book new clients and projects into a realistic next project opening. See what’s already on my plate (including retainer clients and other projects already confirmed.) See the status of each project.

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Melanie Saxton

JANUARY 27, 2023

As a literary editor and writer, I love working in the world of words. It’s another example of how my career in book editing and ghostwriting blends with journalism. She spoke to 800 fans about her love of Nantucket (where she resides) and the beach settings in her books. Learn more at buythebook-tx.com.

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 21, 2023

These days, writers hoping to traditionally publish are encouraged to keep their day jobs. The big question is often, is book writing profitable? So yes, publishing books CAN be profitable. We watch movies featuring writers burning the candle at both ends just to make ends meet. Can I earn a living from books or not?

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Make a Living Writing

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

To become a full-time freelance writer, you are going to need to keep track of many, many moving parts. Diving into bullet journaling for writers can be a great way for you to manage all of those moving parts. In this article, we will cover all the basics you need to know, how to set it up, and things you could track as a writer.

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Melanie Saxton

JANUARY 27, 2023

As a health writer, I found it very moving to write this piece titled “February is Health Month: Building a Circle of Red in Montgomery County” for City Lifestyle magazine. I specialize in editorial and literary writing and editing for magazines, nonfiction books, and fiction manuscripts.

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

How can you create a high-quality photo book and publish it on Kickstarter? How do you market a beautiful, high-value book? Jeremy Bassetti talks about his photo book project, Hill of the Skull. His latest project is The Hill of the Skull: A Photobook Memoir , launching on Kickstarter.

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The Write Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Writing a book is an art form, and that means that there’s not one right way to do it—it’s going to look different for everyone, and as long as someone’s method works for them, it’s fine. That said, if you’re a new writer looking for advice, this can make a project as big as a novel feel daunting. It’s the same with writing.

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Make a Living Writing

JUNE 30, 2023

Writer retreats are highly anticipated events that can give writers the boost they need to move forward in their next project. If you feel that the excitement of the new year has long worn off and you’re looking for a way to re-inspire yourself in your writing endeavors, you may want to look into writer retreats near you.

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 8, 2023

Yet my years as a writer and writing coach have taught me that the movie had a point. While you can’t wish your way to a book deal, your thoughts drive what you do. Most of us spend our time dreaming of the external yes we hope to achieve—whether it’s an accepted pitch, query, or book deal.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 26, 2023

One question I was asked a few times around my book launch was, “How is it to promote a book about introversion when you are an introvert?” When I wrote my humorous advice book for introverted parents Babies Don’t Make Small Talk (So Why Should I?), What I’ve learned: there are a lot of different ways to promote a book.

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 1, 2023

I’ve blogged quite a bit about real estate and the benefits of writing housing trend books. With the market currently in flux, a series of short books is a smart idea. If you’re busy and don’t have time to write a housing trend book, or if you’re not a professional writer, consider consulting with me.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 12, 2023

Are you trying to figure out how to become a content writer? Content writers are basically freelance writers that create written content for various industries. While most content writers write for businesses to boost their online presence, other sectors, such as the medical and legal industries , will also hire content writers.

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Kayleigh Moore

AUGUST 28, 2023

How and why to pitch from a journalistic angle as a freelance writer This November, I’ll be at year 10 of freelancing full-time. If you've got a skilled, proactive writer dropping these ideas in your lap and offering to take the lead on building them out.why not experiment? What does it mean to be a REALLY GOOD writer?

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The Write Life

JANUARY 9, 2024

It may be fun to wax lyrical about the nostalgic days of click-clacking away at a typewriter or scrawling your novel into a leather-bound journal, but those romantic ideals are impractical for the modern-day writer. Nowadays, a writer’s laptop is their best friend. What’s the best laptop for writers? We’re here to help.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 7, 2022

And when you think of all the freelance writer responsibilities you need to know, you suddenly have analysis paralysis and don’t know where to begin. Freelance Writer Responsibilities from Job Descriptions. Have you ever read a job description for a freelance writer gig and went, “Uh, no! That’s okay!

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