What I’m reading: George Saunders, Nancy Rommelmann, Wikipedia intrigue, and more
Why fiction matters, intrigue at Wikipedia, advice for young freelancers, and more good reads from this week.
Dear WordCount: Do I need to use Twitter to do the Blogathon?
Still gun shy of social media? Don’t be. The Blogathon is a perfect reason to get started, as I explain in this installment of my weekly advice column.
2013 Blogathon events: Theme days, chats and more
Dates for theme days, guest post exchange, haiku day and other notable events that are part of the 2013 WordCount Blogathon, which runs June 1-30.
Joan Bailey: How the Blogathon changed my writing career
A U.S. expat explains how she used the blogging challenge to learn about her new hometown, make friends around the world — and launch a writing career.
What I’m reading, Hilary Mantel, Angelina Jolie, freelance apps, and more
Searching for something good to read? I’ve got suggestions. Plus this week’s media industry news for writers.
Dear WordCount: How do I start a blog?
Taking the 30-day Blogathon challenge is a great way to start a blog. Here are some easy steps to get a blog up and running.
Jan Udlock: Getting over the Blogathon daily blogging fear factor
The prospect of writing every day for a month can be scary – but it doesn’t have to be, as one Blogathon veteran explains.
Too many deadlines? Here’s how to avoid panic mode
Make a list, set a timer, turn off distractions, work more hours — and other tips for gettting work done when you’re under the gun.
How I did it: Paul Vachon on writing a book of historic photographs
Compiling a book largely comprised of photos takes careful planning and budgeting, and concise writing, as freelancer and author Paul Vachon explains.
Registration is open for the 2013 WordCount Blogathon
Sign up today for this free community blogging challenge to post every day in June. Read this to find out more.
