How to Write Dialogue
Dialogue is an essential part of a story and writers strive to make sure the conversations written in stories, books, plays and movies sound as natural and authentic as they would in real life. More ...
Avoid Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement
In our writing, two things that are obviously to be avoided are plagiarism and copyright infringement. Although plagiarism and copyright infringement are similar, there is a subtle difference between the two. More ...
How to Create a Realistic Fiction Character
One of the biggest challenges for any fiction writer is creating realistic, or believable, characters. a realistic character feels interesting and unique, but also relatable and likeable. This is a tricky balance to achieve. More ...
How to Create a User's Manual
One of the most common assignments for non-fiction writers is to create a user's manual for a hardware or software product. This article provide information about how to create a good user's manual. More ...
How to Start and Sustain a Career as a Freelance Writer
You do not need to have special qualifications to be a freelance writer and make money. What you need is the ambition, diligence in your craft and willingness to learn the necessary skills. More ...
How to Start a Home Based Writing Business
If you love to write, and believe others could enjoy reading your work; then consider starting home-based writing as a part or full-time business. This article contains ten steps to start a home-based writing business. More ...
Choosing a Picture Book Illustrator
Picture books are not easy to write. They must appeal to both the adult purchaser and the child. This book will teach the writing and revision process that will lead them to creating more salable picture book manuscripts. More ...
How to Price Your Copywriting Services
When I first started offering online copywriting services I was faced with how I would price my work. Some copywriters quote you a price based on how many hours it will take to complete the project. Other price based on a flat fee irrespective of the hours it will take to complete the job. More ...
Seven Ways to Carve Out Your Niche as a Freelance Writer
As a freelance writer, would you rather be all things to all people or focus on one subject or genre? Let's say you want to find your special niche. Where would you start? Here are seven suggestions: More ...
How to Write for a Global Audience
Today, there is a greater chance of your work being read by someone on a different continent, especially if you write online. It's predicted that by 2011, there will be 1.5 billion people globally with Internet access, be aware of terminology and cultural differences. More ...
The $75,000 Writing Career
In the last decade and certainly in the past few years, downsizing in Corporate America has eliminated or scaled down many creative, marketing and communication departments. And in many cases, they're paying freelancers handsomely to pick up the slack. More ...
How to Publish Your Own Newsletter
With the Internet as your medium to deliver to your subscribers, you can publish your own newsletter on a regular basis. If you follow the right strategy, you don't even have to write the content or even a single word if you wish, and your subscribers wouldn't mind! More ...
Starting a Career in Freelance Content Writing
As a frequent visitor to online forums filled with entrepreneurial stay-at-home-moms (and dads), I see posts every other day asking questions along the same line. How do I go about starting a career in writing? Where did you get your first writing assignment? More ...
How to Enliven Your Writing
This book presents specific ways to write different types of stories, project ideas, and resources in such a way as to make short story assignments enjoyable. Cartoon illustrations and touches of color make the book attractive. More ...
