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Ten Ways To Become A Successful Writer
by: Theodora Cochrane

Anyone can call themselves a writer. All you have to do is write – a story, an article, a journal, a novel, a poem.

But that is rather like being called a plumber because you sort out the central heating and replace washers. Or a dressmaker because you make your own clothes. Or a bricklayer because you built your own garage.

These are hobbies you enjoy. They aren’t your main source of income.

The difference between writers and the other examples is that people who write are usually passionate about what they do.

If you are one of these why not become a real writer who gets paid for their work? It gives great pleasure to answer “I’m a writer,” to the question “What do you do?”

It gives even greater pleasure to add “For a living.”

So what must you do to become a full time writer?

* 1. Get paid for your work.

I’m afraid that there are many people who are so anxious to see their work in print that they will write for nothing. There is only one acceptable reason for doing this and that is to build a portfolio of published material.

Unfortunately editors know which publications use such material and sadly some of these publications will print material which would not be of a standard to be paid for. If your work is good enough you will get published.

I operate with two guidelines. I only offer material for which payment will be made if it is accepted – even if it’s only a letter to a ‘Reader’s Letters’ page.

* 2. Never dispose of anything you write even if it’s been rejected.

It can be re-worked and represented to another publication or at another time. Maybe it can be incorporated into another piece. While you decide what to do it can safely sit on file in your computer ready to be summoned when you’ve got writer’s block or a spare moment. Sometimes just re-reading it will set you off on a more productive line of thought.

* 3. Write every day.

Set an achievable target for doing this. Even if it’s only an hour a day at first you must stick to it no matter what else happens. Choose your time of day. Get up earlier if necessary. Make it a habit so that you feel uncomfortable if you don’t do it.

* 4. Don’t give in to writer’s block.

There will be days when you sit down at your desk and your mind goes blank. Don’t sit there doing nothing or, even worse, decide to end the session and do something else. Just write anything. Even if it’s gibberish. Write about the fact that you can’t think of anything and how cross that makes you, etc.

Before you know it your writer’s block will have disappeared.

* 5. Start small.

A good place to start submitting work for publication is the letter page of magazines and newspapers who pay for the items they publish.

Warning! Don’t be tempted to present something you dashed off on the spur of the moment.

Prepare the items you submit to editors with as much care as you would if it was a short story or article. It is good practice for working on longer items and will sharpen your skills.

* 6. Study your market before you submit anything at all whether it is a letter, an article, a short story or a novel.

Show professionalism by choosing a suitable subject and style.

* 7. Edit, revise, rework and edit again until you are sure you’ve got it right.

Some writers study the market before they decide what to write about. When I’m writing short pieces, unless I’m working on a commissioned article or story, I prefer to write whatever is in my mind at the time.

Then I work on it so that it is suitable for whichever market I have chosen.

One piece of writing can often be adapted and edited to suit several different publications. But beware of the next point.

* 8. Never send the same article to more than one publication at a time.

You will end up in any editor’s black book if after publishing your piece of work it is then printed in a rival publication. Wait until your ms has been rejected before submitting it elsewhere. Before re-submitting it, re-read it. Especially take note of any comments the editor might have made. (They do sometimes do this.)

* 9. Do not alienate editors.

To most people that would seem to be pretty obvious but there are still tales of hopeful writers sending angry letters or making abusive phone calls when their submissions are rejected.

Remember that there are hundreds (at least) of hopeful authors sending in material. Don’t pester any editor for a decision for at least a couple of months, and then a polite enquiry by ‘phone, letter, or email is acceptable.

* 10. Never give up.

There are very few writers who were successful from the start. Keep a list of how many rejections the best authors had. Read it every time the heavy sound of a rejection landing on the mat depresses you.

Before long it won’t be that heavy thump, it will be an acceptance or a cheque. At last you’ll be on your way to being a real published writer.

About The Author
Theodora Cochrane has been a published author for many years. She writes using different pen names to maintain her privacy. To see more tips for writers visit http://www.BAwriter.co.uk - Tips for writers which is a page designed for writers and small and self publishers. Also visit http://www.percydale.com for ideas to increase your income.

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#Freelance Writing jobs :
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*Seeking Freelance Writer (Construction Equipment Guide -Atlanta, Georgia )

Looking to fill a Freelance Writer position covering the state of Georgia – good pay, steady news and feature assignments for best read newspaper in construction industry. Only candidates who live in the state of Georgia will be considered. Send resume and two clips to: Construction Equipment Guide, 470 Maryland Dr., Ft. Washington, PA 19034. Attn: Jeff Cronin, or to *****

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*Seeking Writer/Researcher ( Carthage, Missouri )

Seeking writer/researcher to assist author and editor with nonfiction book project based in Carthage, Missouri (applicants MUST live within driving distance of city). This long- term, contract-based project will require extensive writing, research, photo/caption compilation, and work with corporate archives and outside sources. Must have experience with technical writing. Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style a plus. Please send a cover letter and resume, along with a minimum of two published clips to **** or fax to (954) 463-2220, attention Sam Stefanova. Please, no phone calls. We will contact you only if we think you are a suitable candidate. Thank you.

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*An expert Speech Writer (

JobDetails: Education Finance Partners is looking for an expert speech writer & PR strategist for their Mgr., Corp. Comm. role. This person will be responsible for building the function. Do you know of anyone who’d be interested? We are looking for someone who lives in the SF Bay Area. Feel free to call my cell.

p.s. I’m working onsite as a Recruiting Consultant for the company.
EmailAddress: *******

Address: 111 Maiden Lane, 4th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108

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*Proofreaders / Freelance Opportunities -( Progressive Information Technologies - Emigsville, PA )

Description:
Freelance proofreading opportunities are available on a project-by-project basis. Proofreaders who can do soft-proofing (annotations) with Adobe Acrobat 5.0, preferably Acrobat 6.0, are also needed. Specialty areas needed are medical, technical (math, accounting, engineering, chemistry), and el-hi. A minimum of two years experience in textbook proofreading is required. Please be prepared to submit to testing.

Compensation/Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:
Will not pay relocation or sponsor work visas.

If interested, please submit a resume to:

Send your Resume via Web or E-Mail
Code required on e-mail subject line: 44619

Progressive Information Technologies

Phone: 717-764-5908 x262
Fax: 717-764-5530

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V.

To apply view the job in Nationjobs

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*Copy Editors / Freelance Opportunities - newProgressive Information Technologies - Emigsville, PA

Description:
Freelance copyediting opportunities are available on a project-by-project basis. Prefer individuals residing locally. Specialty areas needed are medical, technical (math, accounting, engineering, chemistry), and el-hi. A minimum of 2 years experience in copyediting is required. Please be prepared to submit to testing. Please submit references with resume and a list of the style guides and reference books with which you are familiar, as well as pertinent work experience. Only applicants with expertise/familiarity in these specific subject areas will be considered.

Compensation/Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:
Will not pay relocation or sponsor work visas.

If interested, please submit a resume to:

Send your Resume via Web or E-Mail
Code required on e-mail subject line: 29594

Progressive Information Technologies

Phone: 717-764-5908 x262
Fax: 717-764-5530

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V.

To apply vie the job in NationJobs

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*Journals Freelancers (Social Sciences) -(Sage Publications - Newbury Park, CA )

SAGE Publications, a privately owned, multi-national leading academic and professional publisher of books, journals, and electronic media, located in Thousand Oaks, California, with offices in London and India, is currently seeking Experienced Freelance Copy Editors and Experienced Freelance Proofreaders.

Qualifications:

Freelance Copy Editor, Social Sciences

- A thorough knowledge of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th edition) and/or The Chicago Manual of Style (15th edition) is required. Familiarity with other styles is a plus. Microsoft Word 2003 proficiency (specifically, Track Changes and Styles & Formatting) is highly preferred.

Freelance Proofreader, Social Sciences

- A thorough knowledge of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th edition) and/or The Chicago Manual of Style (15th edition) is required. Familiarity with other styles is a plus. Proficiency in marking corrections using Adobe Acrobat 6.0 or higher is highly preferred.

Qualified applicants should visit www.sagepub.com/journalFreelancers.nav for more information about our screening process. When returning any test materials, please be sure to include a cover letter and resume. No phone calls, please.

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