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I can help you write your front matter, back cover, author’s bio, and chapter titles. I may suggest that we tighten up your prose, rewrite your copy when needed, and edit for length and completeness. My editing elevates your writing by removing errors that distract readers. Communication is key as we work out final edits.

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5 Reasons You Should Consider Writing Your Memoir in Present Tense

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18 Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions in 2024

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The new year is just around the corner and there are plenty of literary magazines looking for high-quality writing for their next issue. Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions in 2024 Literary magazines are periodicals, which are dedicated to publishing poetry, short stories, essays and more from writers at every stage of their careers.

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7 Nuances of Writing for Retailers Compared to Creative Writing

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Poetry Writing Jobs: 5+ Keys to Creative Writing Openings (2023)

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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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 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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40 Free Writing Contests: Legitimate Competitions With Cash Prizes

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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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