Have you always wanted to start a blog? If you’re a writer, it makes perfect sense: You can use a blog to serve as your author platform, market your work or find new freelance writing clients. Blogging is also a great way to experiment with your writing style. This is...
All my life, I dreamed of being a writer. But when I was a kid, I didn’t think it was a dream I’d ever realize. In my mind, making it as a writer was like winning the lottery — a goal with such out of reach odds that I might as well set my sights on something more...
Whenever a fellow writer or client asks me what I use to create ebooks or print editions, my first question is always, “Mac or PC?” It’s not my intention to raise my elitist, Apple-shaped nose at them. Rather, their response dictates my answer. PC users get the hard...
If you’re itching to write a book — or are stuck in the middle of one — join Jenny’s Book Ninja 101 course this month for just $97. Use code THEWRITELIFE at checkout. “Writing a book is hard.” In the last three years of working on Pivot — from the book proposal that...
Writers write, right? They spend their days drafting, rewriting, and finalizing and their nights dreaming about perfectly crafted sentences and what’s next. But what writers may not realize is if they go too long without a break, they’ll show signs of...
Important announcement: You don’t have to go into journalism or spend hours looking for freelance work to find creative writing jobs. If you enjoy spinning tales more than marketing campaigns, it IS possible for you to make some money from your creative...
A lot goes into creating a fantasy world—or a world for any story, regardless of genre. Every world needs its own distinct feel, whether it’s a microcosm of the one we already know, a distant past, a far-out future or a magical alternate world altogether. From...
If you’re trying to break into the industry, entry level writing jobs can be a good way to get your foot in the door. And yes, contrary to popular belief, you can actually make money from entry-level positions (cue gasps of shock). We’re in our digital...
There’s a reason many of us writers refer to our projects as our “babies.” We’ve spent days, months, or even years nurturing the idea and breathing life into every sentence. After that intimate and solitary process, it can be nerve-wracking to...
Are you wondering how to stay grounded when much of life is uncertain? Keep reading. Brad Stulberg suggests six crucial practices for writers. How to stay grounded in the face of heroic individualismEnter: groundedness, a transformative path to success that...
As a literary agent in major trade publishing at the Trident Media Group literary agency, I often have to explain many of these key book publishing terms and phrases to new clients. Here are some book publishing terms you should know1. “It’s all about the comps”2....
Looking for the ultimate freelance writing for beginners guide? You’ve come to the right place. Keep reading. The writing industry is vast and many people will have, at some point, wondered if they should bother to pursue a career within it. With writing being...
If you’re tired of learning about interesting opportunities just a little too late, bookmark this list of annual writers conferences (both in the United States and international) for future planning, so you can join in on the mingling, learning, and inspiration. While...
You’ve finally gotten over the hump of telling people you’re a writer—and suddenly you’re re-thinking how awesome it is to talk to people about this lifestyle. But there are some things only writers understand about the writing life. Think about it. Any time you bring...
