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Is it OK to bypass a source's PR firm?

Is it OK to bypass a source’s PR firm?

When it comes to sources, start out by playing by the rules, and if that doesn’t get you what you need, break them.

The top 30 must-read WordCount freelance writing posts of 2012

The top 30 must-read WordCount freelance writing posts of 2012

Best posts of the past 12 months on writing and blogging basics, running a freelance writing business, tech tools for writers and more.

Good reads for Dec. 7: Best newspaper corrections of 2012, Amazon reviews, workspaces, and more

Good reads for Dec. 7: Best newspaper corrections of 2012, Amazon reviews, workspaces, and more

Skim through Regret the Error’s collection of the best – and worst – corrections of the past year to see how many ways reporters can get things wrong.

Good reads for Dec. 7: The definition of a good read, and more

Good reads for Dec. 7: The definition of a good read, and more

A good read is a story you can’t put down once you start. Here are 5 examples from this week, including a NY Times profile of style maven Stacy London.

You can have it all: Making a life as a writer and mom

You can have it all: Making a life as a writer and mom

I don’t regret my decision to be a writer and mom, but I’ve had to work hard to do both. Here’s how.

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Top 10 WordCount blog posts for August 2012

2012-2013 writing conferences, e-books, organization, self promotion and more.

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Hot stuff: how freelancers can break into romance writing

The acquisitions editor for Adams Media’s new romance imprint explains how freelancers can break into this spicy staple. First and foremost – do your homework!

Guest post: 5 steps to freelance awesomeness

Guest post: 5 steps to freelance awesomeness

The biggest obstacle to getting your writing business to the next level could be – you. Here’s how to get over yourself.

Dear WordCount: What should I charge for copywriting work?

This is the latest installment of Dear WordCount, an advice column that answers your questions about writing, blogging and running a freelance business. Dear WordCount: A client is asking if I can produce 500-word articles they would post under their name for a trade association. Another client asked me to write and produce a four-page, [...]

Reminder: #wclw chat on freelance income today @ 10 am PT

Join us on today at 10 am PT/1 pm ET to learn how to make more money from your freelance writing. Bring your questions and use #wclw to participate.

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