Elna Cain

JANUARY 1, 2023

Another accomplishment I’ve had because of my writing is landing some high-paying and notable clients this year. To help you achieve the best in 2023, let’s go over some freelance writing resolutions you can set for your business. If you’re writing for $.10/word, 12 Personal Finance Books for Freelance Writers.

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Kayleigh Moore

AUGUST 22, 2022

It’s a weird time…especially now that the big “R” word is floating around. Will companies move more writing work in-house, cutting freelance budgets? But now: I don’t know. Number one: To make it clear that if you’re in the same boat right now, you’re definitely not alone. Recession , that is.)

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 8, 2024

This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. So, I've never had a plan go 100% right.

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Credible Content

JUNE 23, 2023

It may be buying a product, signing up for your newsletter, downloading an e-book, or clicking a link. Infomercials These are those TV programs where they sell products and other items like furniture, furnishings, office utilities or kitchenware (and many other innovative products). It has a sense of urgency.

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Elna Cain

AUGUST 13, 2023

I’m sorry to tell you but – If you don’t have access to a computer or laptop you can’t do writing online. What to Look for in a Laptop for Writers When looking for the perfect laptop for your writing career, there are a few things to consider: screen size, battery life, size and weight, applications and accessories.

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Credible Content

JUNE 8, 2023

Content writing for transactional search intent to improve SEO. In this post you will learn how to write content targeting transactional search intent to improve your SEO. Transactional search intent helps you optimize your product or service pages. When you Google something, you have an intention. It is your main goal.

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 1, 2024

2023 was a year of change, culminating in my 15-Year Pivot , and so 2024 will be a year of consolidation and optimization of my new creative and business processes — as well as writing and creating, plus surfing the wave of more change ahead. Spear of Destiny , An ARKANE Thriller book 13 will be first, possibly launching in April/May.

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 8, 2024

In this article, we’ll look at the different types of writing projects clients are constantly asking writers to help them with. Sometimes, clients will ask writers to create a few pages to reflect their new products or services. With websites, you’re writing marketing copy. Products are the core of their business.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Or get paid to write from time to time? In this post, you’ll learn exactly how to make money writing – different strategies, how to do it – basically, everything you need to know to succeed. You need a concrete plan to bridge the gap from where you are now to where you want to be. Absolutely.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 18, 2022

While it’s not technically a side hustle writing gig, I have more than freelance writing as a business (i.e., other sites and products, and I’m also a stay-at-home mom ). So, starting a writing side hustle is only an idea at this point. Is a Freelance Writing Side Hustle A Good Way to Make Money?

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Thoughts on lighthouses and what yours might be, from The Comfort Book by Matt Haig quoting Anne Lamott; “We’re in an artist’s age now,” reflections on the changing author business model from Johnny B. After the initial Kickstarter, I published the book on my Shopify store for a couple of months and then released it wide.

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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. And because we write, this job can take a toll on us whether we like it or not. Because when you don’t write, you don’t get paid.

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 29, 2024

Plus, follow my book research trip for Spear of Destiny on Instagram @jfpennauthor or Facebook @jfpennauthor. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. Because you have so many companies doing a lot of products.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 10, 2023

How will changes to the way people search impact book discoverability? What can authors and publishers do to ensure their books are still found in the new form of generative AI search? Show Notes How does search work now? She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker.

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Ann Handley

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Source: Wiley A version of this story appeared in Total Annarchy, my fortnightly newsletter that helps you be a better writer, storyteller, marketer. Get it in your inbox ; you’ll love it. * * * One of the things I love about writing is that you’re never done improving. There’s always room to get better.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

How can you write a memoir that is emotionally honest and revealing enough for readers to care, and cope with the inevitable fear of judgment that evokes? How can you write about real places and people in memoir? Show Notes What kind of book do you want to write? Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 1, 2024

There are many options for book marketing, so how do you choose the right ones for you? I give my thoughts on the different polarities on the marketing scale to help you figure out what might work for your book, your stage on the author journey, and your lifestyle. Today's show is sponsored by my patrons!

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Freelance Union

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

If you're the type who laments over the absence of productivity than the presence of pain, might I suggest the following: EVALUATE, UPDATE, AND DELEGATE. Never write or call anyone unless you're emotionally ready. You get better faster when you turn negativity off and power on. BE PRODUCTIVE ANOTHER WAY. "I

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 22, 2023

Marc Reklau is the best-selling author of 13 books on habits, productivity and happiness. So first up — Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing. Then the idea of the book came up and I said, I want to give people the tools at least to have a happy life and to have a productive life.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 18, 2023

How can you stand out with your books as more content is created faster with AI? Since 2016, I've been writing and podcasting about the impact of artificial intelligence, AI, on authors and the publishing industry , and this impact has only become more significant as the years have passed.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 5, 2023

How can we use AI tools in our creative and business processes while still keeping our humanity at the core of our books? You can support the show at www.patreon.com/thecreativepenn Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller and dark fantasy author as J.F.

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 19, 2023

Author Elisa Lorello’s exploratory dive into ChatGPT led her to discover its usefulness to fiction and nonfiction writers, and she shares them all in her new book The AI Author Assistant: How to Use Chat GPT to Optimize Your Writing Progress and Income While Retaining Your Human Touch. Let’s just say I took one for the team.)

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Make a Living Writing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

People come from all walks of life into freelance writing, and aren’t born knowing the lingo. How Copywriting Evolved Over Time Old copy hacks will tell you copywriting is the art and science of crafting writing that sells. You can still define it in much the same way, broadly: “Writing that helps make a sale.”

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Through my own experiences, and through observing tens of thousands of authors as director of The Alliance of Independent Authors, I’ve seen poor plans and no plans derail many books and authors. Recent research and ancient wisdom about the creative process is now available to us all. Or so I thought! The to-do list felt like a tyrant.

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Content Hacker

MARCH 6, 2024

It signals a shift towards embracing digital assistants for more than just queries but as tools enhancing daily life and work productivity. The goal is to ramp up what it can do, ensuring that tech works better for everyone. The topics weren’t fun, they had to write in a dry style to match the tone of voice.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In the intro, marketing for multi-genre authors [ Self Publishing Advice ]; Same as Ever: Timeless lessons on risk, opportunity, and living a good life by Morgan Housel ; Year of the Locust by Terry Hayes , and what we can learn from both of these books. So first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and publishing.

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

What's the difference between an audio book and an audio drama? What are the steps to write a script and produce it? Get your free Author Marketing Guide at draft2digital.com/penn Joanne Phillips is the author of 14 books, including romantic comedy, literary fiction, mysteries, and self-help books. Joanne: Hi, Jo.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Do you want to publish an image-heavy book like a cookbook? How can you navigate the challenges of photography, book design, and publishing choices to make the best product possible? Her latest book is The Great Adventure Baker. Her latest book is The Great Adventure Baker. So welcome back to the show, Jane.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 21, 2024

How can you design a business that works for you and your books over the long term? ” Stephen King ; Today's show is sponsored by ProWritingAid, writing and editing software that goes way beyond just grammar and typo checking. Their latest book is The Midlist Indie Author Mindse t. I loved writing nonfiction also.

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 9, 2023

Ever scoured the vast internet for the best writing resources, only to end up lost in a sea of options? You’re searching for quality online resources and writing tools that actually work, right? Let’s dive right in. Got a Book Idea? Well, good news! Eager to level up your game?

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 22, 2024

In the intro, award-winning Japanese writer, Rie Kudan, used ChatGPT to write parts of her prize-winning novel and judges lauded the work as ‘flawless.’ [ The Telegraph ]; Personal news about my pivot, the Blueprint rewrite, and cleaning up the backlist; plus, I'm on The Alignment Show. I still dreamed of writing. Alex: Thanks, Jo.

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Bramework

AUGUST 20, 2023

How to Make Money Blogging I bet you’re excited to learn how to make some bucks with your blog, right? Check out these 15 ways to start making money off your blog, right NOW!☝️via If you haven’t tried affiliate marketing yet, now’s the time to learn more about it. Now, how do we monetize this?

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Backlinko

JANUARY 25, 2024

So, now you know what a GBP is. Positive customer reviews serve as free ads for your products or services too. Then, head over to Google Business Profile Manager and click the “Manage now” button. You’ll now need to wait for the profile owner to respond and grant you access.

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Smart Blogger

MAY 23, 2023

But set right (i.e., Writing Simple Goal: I want to publish more blog posts on my website. Achievable: I’ve already started a blog and will shift my focus to writing 1,500 words on my blog each week. Time-bound: I’ll start writing next week and will have fifty-two blog posts one year from today.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 8, 2023

This podcast is sponsored by Written Word Media , which makes book marketing a breeze by offering quick, easy and effective ways for authors to promote their books. This podcast is sponsored by Written Word Media , which makes book marketing a breeze by offering quick, easy and effective ways for authors to promote their books.

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The Creative Penn

MARCH 13, 2023

This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors. We're in our eighth year now of Big Gay Fiction. Why is it important?

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

How can you co-write successfully? Today's show is sponsored by Ingram Spark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. So first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and self-publishing.

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