The computer screen hums at me. The keyboard just stares. I have an encouragement presentation in just two days and I have NO IDEA what to write. Encouraging others is difficult when you are struggling to encourage self. But even worse is the growing pressure that you HAVE to encourage someone.
What [...]

Writer conferences are going on all the time. There are even some not that specialize in blogging. Writers with families often find it tough to travel long distance to the writer conferences or else find the cost overwhelming.
We are working to put together a writer conference to be held in the [...]

Many people feel that good writing is good writing and it doesn’t matter what medium it is in. This is true in some ways, but there are some distinct differences between print and online writing. It is important to learn to navigate between the two if you want to be a successful freelance [...]

There are so many different ways for freelance writers to earn income over the internet that I’m still discovering some of them. And just when you think you have it all figured out then a new media outlet will appear and new opportunities will arise.
Internet freelance writing offers a wealth of opportunities. [...]

The more places you can uncover a little writing inspiration then the happier you will keep your muse. A happy muse will keep the articles flowing no matter what else may be going on around you.
Finding Writing Ideas with Lists

Write about all of the places that you have lived in your lifetime. The [...]

Hunting for freelance writing jobs is a lot like fishing. Every person has their special lure or bait, a particular spot to do the fishing and even a special way to fish (fly fishing, net fishing or even trot lines). I’m not a fisherman and I don’t play one on T.V. but I [...]

Deciding to take the plunge into freelance writing as a full time career is only the beginning of the journey. Uncovering different job opportunities can be a job in and of itself.

Finding Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Forums – new forums don’t like to look like new forums so many will hire companies to have people make [...]

The second question I usually get when people find out I am a freelance writer is “can I make a living doing that?” The answer is a layered answer that starts with what is a living and ends with is this something you have a passion to do. Not everyone can make a [...]

Setting out in the direction of a freelance writing career can be a scary step. Even in the best of circumstances freelance income is not always steady. Finding jobs and finding the right jobs can be work in and of its self. There are a number of things to consider before making [...]