Freelance Writing Jobs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Too many creative writers neglect the basics of sales copywriting when writing for retail brands. Before applying for copywriting jobs online, ensure you know how to write for retail. Understand the nuances and apply them to your writing. However, that’s not the case with professional copywriting and content writing.

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Grammarly

MAY 2, 2024

Work smarter with Grammarly The AI writing partner for anyone with work to do Get Grammarly Rooted in ancient Greek poetry, epithets often capture the essential characteristics of what they are describing. What is the purpose of using epithets in writing? What is an epithet?

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Photo by Tommes Frites Today’s post is by author and writing coach April Dávila ( @aprildavila ). Have you ever read a description in a book and actually stopped to say to yourself, “Dang, that’s good.” Let’s start with how to write lush prose. And then maybe read it again? You get the idea.

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The new year is just around the corner and there are plenty of literary magazines looking for high-quality writing for their next issue. The goal of this publication is to promote essays, poems, book reviews and fiction that challenges readers and creates dialogue. Submission dates: Rolling Payment: $0.08

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The Write Life

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The term “sensory language” refers to language used in writing that connects the readers to real life senses—touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste. Mastering writing with sensory language can elevate your prose, help your audience empathize with your characters, and create an overall more engaging story.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Get your free Author Marketing Guide at draft2digital.com/penn Russell Nohelty is the USA Today bestselling author of fiction, graphic novels and comics, nonfiction, and books for authors, including This is NOT a Book: Musings on living a writerly life. So welcome to the show, Russell. Thank you so much for having me. Russell: Sure.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JULY 7, 2023

 For a change of pace from client work, why don’t you consider entering writing contests in 2023? It will give you a chance to flex your creative writing muscle in a way you don’t normally get to when you are doing work for other people. You may find something valuable in what they have to say about your writing.

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 14, 2023

Want to get paid to write poetry but not sure how to get poetry writing jobs? Read on as we walk you through how to make good money writing poetry. From greeting cards to magazine submissions, poetry schools to personal blogs, we show you where to submit your work, make some cash, and keep doing the thing you love: writing.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 23, 2024

Photo by ConvertKit on Unsplash Today’s post is by writer and book coach Amy Goldmacher. Ah, a writing retreat. If you’d love to go on a writing retreat, but in addition to the cost, you worry about when, where, and whether your investment in yourself will “pay off,” I offer you five ways to reap rewards.

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The Write Life

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Have you ever Googled “writing contests”? Besides, there are plenty of free writing contests that encourage and inspire boundless creativity with real cash prizes and career-advancing opportunities! We found 40 reputable, well-reviewed, free writing contests for poets, fiction writers, essayists and more.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 18, 2024

Asyndeton makes your writing more dynamic, interesting, and powerful. Now let me walk you through a few more asyndeton examples… 18 Examples of Asyndeton That’ll Add Emphasis to Your Writing First things first: Asyndeton comes from the Greek word asyndetos, meaning “unconnected.” We read, write, learn.

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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Or at least the folks at the Erma Bombeck Writing Workshop think so because they’ve honored me with the distinction of “Humor Writer of the Month,” in conjunction with the release of my new essay collection Party Like It’s 2044: Finding the Funny in Life and Death. Had she seen some of the other mothers?) An A+ student!

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JULY 7, 2023

 For a change of pace from client work, why don’t you consider entering writing contests in 2023? It will give you a chance to flex your creative writing muscle in a way you don’t normally get to when you are doing work for other people. You may find something valuable in what they have to say about your writing.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 6, 2023

Our exploration into creative writing will uncover not one, not two, but ten powerful secrets to crafting spellbinding stories that readers can’t resist. When you leverage a tactic like this, you stretch your creative writing muscles by challenging conventional character roles. Love the magic of a beautifully told tale?

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 16, 2023

I didn’t plan on writing a science memoir. In my mind, these elements held more than enough fascination to carry a book. But before my agent inked the deal, my publisher had one major request: “Can you put more of yourself in the book?” To be clear, there is still an appetite for straight-up science books. More of you.”

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 23, 2023

Enter book marketing — the secret sauce to elevating your sales. From harnessing the power of social media to crafting compelling email campaigns, we’ve got actionable strategies to get your book into the hands of more people. And let’s not forget the most crucial section — the shop where your books reside.

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Jane Friedman

AUGUST 30, 2023

Photo by cottonbro studio Today’s post is by book coach Robin Henry. Writers are frequently advised to read more to improve their writing. The problem is, no one seems to tell them how to use reading to elevate their writing practice. Try to select a mix of genres, including the one you write in. Branch out.

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Jane Friedman

DECEMBER 8, 2022

This month’s Ask the Editor is sponsored by The S**t No One Tells You About Writing Podcast. Step up your writing game and meet fellow writers with The Deep Dive Workshop, a 10-week series from the podcast hosts of The S**t No One Tells You About Writing. When I get to my writing, I freeze because I don’t know how to execute it.

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Jane Friedman

JULY 26, 2023

Writing a novel is all about making choices—dozens on every page. But to effectively execute this elevated brand of first-person narrative, writers must navigate a complex set of rules and avoid any number of pitfalls that will turn a novel into a flat, dull expanse of prose. This is a prose-killing mistake.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 7, 2023

I bet you just asked Google to search for creative writing prompts. Or was it writing ideas? It doesn’t matter if you’re halfway through writing a book, sweating over social media posts, or journaling about your own life, all writers get stuck for creative ideas sometimes. How Do You Use Writing Prompts?

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Make a Living Writing

DECEMBER 13, 2022

You know…without a lot of experience, writing samples, or a massive portfolio. Freelance writers (even if you’re new) can get paid to write, if you know where to look. Freelancers can break into writing for this pub with feature articles on: Western and English training methods. Build your portfolio. Grow your network.

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Make a Living Writing

JUNE 14, 2023

Have you ever thought about your writing tone? While it seems mysterious, once you understand how to use it in your writing you’ll see just how powerful it can be in enhancing your words to reveal your thoughts and feelings on a subject. No matter what you’re writing, be aware of your tone.

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Writing retreats are back on the calendar! What Are Writing Retreats? Writing retreats fall somewhere between a writing session and writing residencies. A writing retreat takes the best of both worlds combining beautiful serene locations with the intimacy of connecting with other writers for support.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

We’ve compiled a handy-dandy list of 57 literary techniques that’ll help your writing soar above the clouds… pull ahead of the teeming hordes… shine beyond the most brilliant… You get the idea. Graceful and clever use of alliteration (not, ahem, like the example above) can create a pleasant musicality to writing.

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Today’s post is excerpted from the book The Linchpin Writer: Crafting Your Novel’s Key Moments by John Matthew Fox ( @bookfox ). The first paragraph of a book is quite possibly not only the most important impression a reader will get of your book, it’s also the gateway for you to figure out where to start telling your story.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 12, 2023

The press release also has more details about the process , and there is an Afterword in the book where Stephen goes into more detail. So first up, tell us a bit more about you and your writing background and how you came to become interested in AI. I've been writing my whole life and I've written novels and so on.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 18, 2023

But when my first-year college writing students read Bird by Bird, they’re almost always coming to the book for the first time. Because I’ve taught approximately eighty-gazillion first-year writing courses over the course of my teaching career, I can pretty much predict how the students will respond. Her father’s advice to him?

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The Creative Penn

JUNE 29, 2023

How can fiction authors use Sudowrite to assist with writing tasks they need help with? You can try Sudowrite through my affiliate link: www.TheCreativePenn.com/sudowrite Amit Gupta is a science fiction writer, entrepreneur, and founder of Sudowrite, an AI-powered creative writing tool. Sudowrite is an AI writing partner for authors.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 9, 2023

How can we bring a place alive in our writing? How can we tackle the challenges of writing different types of books at different times in our writing career? This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

How can we focus on the joy of the writing process itself, rather than the outcome? How can we deepen our writing with metaphor and sense of place? Co-authors of writing book, Millions of Suns , Sharon and Christine share their tips. Benner Dixon is an-award winning author, freelance editor, and writing coach.

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The Creative Penn

JULY 31, 2023

How can you write fast but also make your creative process sustainable for the long term? Thorn ; Claude 100K model on Poe.com ; Facebook AI Writing for Authors. Please join my shadow survey for my next book: www.jfpenn.com/shadowsurvey. But first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and publishing.

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Smart Blogger

MAY 26, 2023

Mastering various writing styles can transform your words from mere text to an engaging, compelling narrative. That’s the power of understanding and implementing different writing styles. What is a Writing Style? Picture style as the very soul of your writing, the pulsating rhythm beneath the words. Consider J.K.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 8, 2023

Who doesn’t love writing quotes? It can inspire you when you need a tiny lil’ spark to start writing. 28 Inspirational Writing Quotes 1. 28 Inspirational Writing Quotes 1. You fail only if… “You fail only if you stop writing.” A good quote can motivate you. Click to Tweet) — Ray Bradbury 2.

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Grammarly

JANUARY 18, 2024

Your writing, at its best Grammarly helps you communicate confidently Write with Grammarly What are title case and sentence case? Title case and sentence case are two different styles of capitalization used in writing titles, headings, and headlines. Sentence case reflects the way sentences are written in traditional prose.

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Melanie Saxton

JANUARY 27, 2023

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. I feel very lucky that finally, after 22 years, I have a book going to the screen,” Elin said, with more projects on the horizon.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 16, 2023

What is soul of place or genius loci and how can you write it in a more immersive way in your books? How can you discover it closer to home, as well as write real settings more authentically, and invent it for your fiction? In the intro, 140 Book Marketing Ideas from BookBub ; JA Konrath on AI and The Authors Guild.

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Grammarly

APRIL 27, 2023

One of the most exciting and most daunting things about learning to write poetry is how many rules there are. Give your writing extra polish Grammarly helps you communicate confidently Write with Grammarly What is a stanza in poetry? A poem can consist of a single stanza or make up an entire book full of stanzas.

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