The story behind my first ever piece for the Wall Street Journal, which appears today, and some takeaways from the experience.
Archives for October 2012
Good reads for Oct. 19: Newsweek’s print demise, Violentacrz, and more
What writers should be reading this week: a newsweekly goes digital only, Violentacrz and the free speech debate, apps for writers, and more.
5 lessons writers can learn from “Fearless” Felix Baumgartner
The daredevil sky diver has a lot to teach writers about risk, planning and going for it regardless of how old you are.
4 steps to using mind mapping for story ideas, blog topics
In this guest post, freelance writer Hobart Swan explains how to use mind-mapping software to tap into the fantastic ideas trapped in your head.
Good reads for Oct. 12: What good writing did you read this week? [Discussion]
While I’m traveling for business, I’m asking WordCount readers for the favorite thing they read this week. Please share!
Dear WordCount: What should I take when I’m traveling to report a story?
This installment of the weekly writing advice column looks at the essentials a writer should take on the road. What’s in your reporting gear bag?