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 ...
Working as a Copywriter Can Be Lucrative
There are many ways to write for money, but copywriting is one of the most lucrative. An experienced, hard-working copywriter in North America can earn more than $100,000 annually. More ...
Writing Children's Books - The Three Commandments of Writing a Picture Book
Many beginners believe writing picture books are a breeze, but it requires a lot of skill to pack a story into a few words. If writing a picture book is your dream, here are some tips to consider before you begin. More ...
Tips to Ghostwrite as a Freelance Writer
If you decide to ghostwrite e-books and trade paperbacks for clients, consider the following: If a client hires you as a "work-for-hire" ghostwriter, then the client pays you for your work, and he owns all rights. Make sure: More ...
Write a Children's Book - Your Story and the Background
Each part of a story is like a puzzle that must fit together tightly to create an engaging overall picture for your readers. When you are dealing with children's books, this is even more important. More ...
All About Freelance Grant Writing Jobs
Grant proposal writing is all about showcasing the pet project of a non-profit organization in a way that makes people want to contribute money. Sound simple? It really isn't, but grant writing can be one of the more gratifying types of freelance writing if you aren't afraid of some hard work. More ...
Copywriting - Where to Get Paid Jobs and Projects
Copy writing and proofreading is a freelance job that many consider these days. Many are seeking alternative sources of income and copy writing does not require any formal education and can be done from home by just about anyone. 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 ...
How to Fact Check
Meticulous authors do research prior to committing their thoughts to paper. Not all authors are so careful. Editors have a responsibility to fact check before printing an article or book. If you're an editor, the tips here could help you build a reputation as a reliable source. More ...
How to Write Your Author BIO
A book without an author's BIO is missing a critical component. But some authors find it difficult to write their BIO. Follow the steps listed above to make the process much easier. More ...
Time Management for Freelance Writers
In the world of telecommuting, at first, you'll love the idea of not having to punch in, but soon realize that you are on the clock round the clock. You don't punch in because you never really punch out; when you work at home, there's a danger that you'll never leave the office. More ...
How Authors Use Kickstarter to Fund Their Books
It's important for creative people, such as writers, to promote their latest book. Taking advantage of the latest technology, some authors are turning to is Kickstarter. More ...
Top Five Ways to Make Money Writing Online
There are a lot of freelance writers nowadays who have been working full-time online. However, you have to know where to find these opportunities. Here are the top five ways to make money writing online. More ...
Plotting a Children's Book
How do we take an idea and develop it into a plot for a children's book? How do we work out what to write once we have the initial idea? Here's a basic plot outline. More ...
