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Publishing jobs still exist-publishers hiring

Browsing Mediabistro’s industry newsletter, GalleyCat, I came upon some good news – there are still people hiring for job opportunities in the publishing world. The Bistro only talked about a few jobs, but it’s a start.
I’ll pass these on, with thanks to Mediabistro. It’s so frustrating to cruise the ‘Net for writing related jobs only [...]

Break into romance writing at Harlequin

Writing romance novels for money seems like a dream, doesn’t it? Today’s guest writer, Marin Thomas tells you first-hand how to break in to the lucrative field of women’s fiction and romance writing.
Breaking In
By Marin Thomas, Harlequin American Romance Author

A few years ago, I spoke to a group of aspiring writers. I’ll always remember [...]

How to break a new career – professional publicist

In OnText’s ongoing series or Q&A interviews with working, professional writers, this week we’re featuring Gail Sideman, a successful professional publicist and freelance writer. Gail’s guest posts have been popular with our readers and her expertise may help you expand your revenue streams or create a new career.
(Gail’s first answer, on how being in the [...]

Freelance writers can survive the economic downturn

Sell your writing even when business is slow
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A well written, professional business plan is essential to successfully obtaining funding for an entrepreneurial endeavor. Most people dipping toes in the pool of small businesses for the first time are intimidated by the idea of writing a comprehensive business plan. Therein lies another revenue stream for the [...]

How freelance writers make real money as staff bloggers

Ali Hale makes real money as a staff blogger, her primary revenue stream. Ali is a freelance writer and entrepreneur, in her 20s, carving out a solid living for herself. This Q&A interview will introduce you to Ali and her new ebook staff-blogging course. Further – you may gain some insight about parlaying one revenue [...]