Dear Santa: I’ve been nice all year. I turned in work on deadline….most of the time. I tracked down headshots when requested, did re-writes without complaining and always included source lists. So, if you’re wondering what to get me, here’s what’s on this freelancer’s Christmas wish list: 1. A new computer and monitor, and the […]
Archives for 2011
6 secrets for breaking into new freelance writing markets
Writers share tips and tricks for breaking into new freelance markets Recaps the #wclw writer chat from Nov. 30.
Best WordCount posts in November 2011
In case you missed them the first time, here are posts that attracted the most attention this month.
Reminder: #wclw chat today on breaking into new markets
Meet up at 10 a.m. Pacific to discuss how freelance writers can LOI, pitch and network their way into new markets for their work. #wclw on Twitter.
11/30 #wclw chat: how freelancers can break into new markets
Want to start freelancing, or get into higher profile publications? Join the chat and find out how. Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 10 a.m. Pacific on Twitter.
Recommended reading for Nov. 18 – Occupy Portland photo
To do great writing, read great writing. Here’s the great writing I’ve been reading this week: I don’t write about local news, but I read it. This week I’ve been closely monitoring the Occupy Portland decampment and subsequent protests, which have included a walkout of Portland State University students, several marches, and yesterday’s N17 occupation […]