Hello all, Just wanted to let folks here know that my small press has many paid freelance projects available for both writers and photographers. We require...
Hi Everyone! Can anyone recommend an online resource where I can find statistics. I'm looking for some websites I can rely on to find stats for "any" article I...
Why does one have to sign up with the partner site? I am interested in writing and editing gigs, not all kinds of other work at home projects. Brenda Coxe ...
Holiday Crafts 4 Kids magazine is looking for articles for the January issue. Suggested article ideas are Three Kings Day, Martin Luther King Day, Eye Care,...
I lost all my submissions for my magazine when my computer died. Well, they're still there but I can't access them. If you submitted an article for my online...
Hi all, This is a call for volunteer readers and writers who'd like to become a part of the 2006 all volunteer staff over at Novelspot, a book review website...
I am still looking for pieces -- short stories, poems, crafts, and puzzles -- for the January issue of Holiday Crafts 4 Kids magazine. For guidelines and topic...
Hello! Any non-fiction writers of history on this forum? Am working on a biography of a person who lived from 1858-1909 and am wondering how much leeway we're...
Hello! My name is Angela and I live in Atlanta and am currently working on re-writing my thesis into something hopefully publishable! I've done extensive...
Angela, Nice to hear from another history writer. I am a full time writer and about half my work is history (the other half being travel mostly). As far as...
Angela -- I absolutely agree with Sean. I don't write about history, I do feature articles, mostly music related, but the big HUGE no-no is making up colour....
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Hi Angela, With non-fiction works you absolutely must stick with the facts. There is no room whatsoever for fabrication or embellishments. Or even ...
January 1, 2006 will soon be arriving for the residents of Kiritimati, an island found among the Christmas Islands. Help ring in 2006 with them at 5am EST by...
Hi, I have an editor who wants me to write an article under a work for hire agreement. I've always heard this is the worst kind of contract to get. The editor...
I've gone ahead and opened an inspiredtype.com account and posted some drafts of my work, feedback welcome! www.inspiredtype.com/angelatrigg Cheryl Wright...
Is there a place where people can post their drafts for feedback? Just curious! Thanks! Angela Trigg ... Yahoo! Photos Ring in the New Year with Photo...
I appreciate everyone's feedback- then do you guys consider David McCullough to go to far in his "embellishments"? He describes scenary and moods people are...
Do you mean work for hire as in selling all rights. If so, 40 cents a word isn't enough in my opinion. On the other hand, you may not want to pass up the...
I normally weigh how valuable the article is. Is it something I'll use again for reprints? If not, I don't mind work-for-hire. Try to negotiate the payment...
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Hi Amy, I agree with Hope on this. Taking this work for hire arrangement might be of benefit to you. You'll need to weigh the pros and cons. Karen...
Hi folks, I agree with Hope that there's nothing wrong with doing work for hire if they make it worth your time. My guidebook, "Insiders Guide to Phoenix,"...
Dear Write Anglers: I don't think I even quite understand why someone would be hesitant to "work for hire." It is a time-honored tradition among writers to...
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I appreciate this post, Carolyn. Thank you for it. Karen www.karenjgordon.com...
The Memorial Fiction Contest The Memorial Fiction Contest includes a $500 cash award. See below for page requirements. Also, please note our entry fee ($15). ...
Hello! I am a mother of one and have been writing for 18 years. After writing for myself and online groups and winning several awards, I have recently decided...
In a message dated 1/28/2006 10:45:40 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, rondaerica@... writes: I am talking with someone who may wants to hire me as a...
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Hello, I'm cleaning out my closets, bookcases and under my bed - I have several writing books and novels for sale on ebay. If you want cheap great books, go...
Hello. I'm new. I've looked at past messages & found this board has intelligent discussion about the business of writing. I worked for several years as a...