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It might surprise some to learn that Milt Toby, ASJA’s incoming president who will take office July 1, considers himself an introvert. And while his ninth book, Taking Shergar: Thoroughbred Racing’s Most Famous Cold Case will be published in July, writing is not his first career. In fact, it’s his “fifth or sixth,” he says. Prior professional forays include serving as a criminal defense attorney representing death row inmates in his home state of Kentucky. As ASJA President, Toby has definite goals in mind. Among them is making sure ASJA remains relevant to writers of all genres. “We are a generalist organization, comprised of freelancers who write about a variety of topics. We compete with organizations that cater to niches and need to figure out how to appeal to” all types of writers, regardless of their focus.
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Sixty editors, agents and marketing managers have signed on for Client Connections — and another handful have committed verbally. That’s thanks in part to the more than a dozen members who have invited them, all of whom are currently in the running for the chance to win a free Member’s Day to the conference (the member who successfully recruits the most clients wins). It’s not too late to join them by inviting YOUR contacts. Remember, the more clients we sign up, the more picks and one-on-one meetings everyone will have at the conference! Email Contest Coordinator Cindy Kuzma for details and an invitation template you can send directly to your contacts.
ASJA
Looking for a way to connect with other members before the big event in May? Be sure to stop by the member forums, where we will have additional updates on all things #ASJANY18. Client Connections updates, room info, and answered questions from members can be found here. Be sure to pop in regularly to get official communications and share what you're hoping to get out of the event! Logged in members can access this forum thread here. And if you haven’t registered for the big event, make sure to get your spot. Details, including hotel reservations, are here.
ASJA
Agents, editors and other industry VIPs are signing up to celebrate ASJA's 70th anniversary, 6-8 p.m. May 17 at the Steelcase Penthouse overlooking Columbus Circle. As of today, more than a dozen literary agents and editors from Brain, Child, New York Magazine, Metropolis, Next Avenue/PBS, CNN, and Longreads have RSVPed to attend this intimate event. (Please note: ASJA is not responsible for last minute changes in editors’ schedules.) Tickets are limited. Order yours now!
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ASJA
Who's up for some speed networking? If you're looking to expand your client base, join us at Client Connections on May 18, during our national conference! Professional members who have registered for the conference can sign up for the lottery from May 2 through May 7. This is the ONLY way to participate in the lottery, so mark your calendars. See which agents, editors and marketing managers are attending on the Client Connection page. And don't forget to have a peek at the FAQs!
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While you’re on the ASJA Forums, check out these threads!
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Bon Journo
ASJA
Yes, another new group of applicants for ASJA has passed the Membership Application Committee's review, and the list of prospective members has now been posted. We invite active members to review the list and send any comments, pro or con, to the ASJA office at membership@asja.org no later than the comment deadline shown. Comments will be sent to the Application Committee for consideration. All comments will be kept confidential, for Application Committee use only. Review the list of prospective members here.
Institute of Buddhist Studies
The Institute of Buddhist Studies, with the support of the Henry Luce Foundation, invites applications from journalists to participate in a journalism and research initiative that aims to shed new light on the impacts of technologies on human relationships. The detailed request for proposals is available here. Scholars and theologians may apply separately here. The deadline for the submission of application materials is May 7, 2018.
Masthead Media
You’re invited to join New York City’s freelance creator community for an invite-only Freelancer Networking Happy Hour, a fun, casual evening of meeting other freelancers and connecting over the ups and downs of freelancing. We know a few of you will be in NYC for ASJA’s 47th Annual Writers Conference, so come grab a drink with other freelancers before kicking off the conference!
This event is happening at Mailroom, located downstairs at 110 Wall St. NYC, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 16. Please click to RSVP. Your first drink is on us, but you must RSVP to get it.
If you’re traveling from the ASJA conference in Times Square and would like to hop in the subway, take the 2 or 3 to Wall St or the R or W to Rector St. For more traveling information feel free to reach out directly to kathleen@mastheadmedia.com.
Poynter
The 14 Pulitzer prizes for American journalism can be a form of tea leaves for the state of the industry. The winners and finalists offer a highly imperfect view of who's doing notable work. It is often said that you have to be both good and lucky to win one of the prizes. Here are a few observations.
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Entrepreneur
Five years ago, I decided that it was time to write my first book. It was the story of how a single dad of five led his kids, his business and himself from disaster to success. At that time, I hadn't written even a single word on the topic. Writing a book seemed like an overwhelming task and I didn't even know where to begin. What kind of book should it be?
A self-help, memoir, parenting, leadership or business book? Should I self-publish or try to get a traditional publisher or was there another option?
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Forbes
How many times have you thought about freelancing, but never pursued it? Perhaps you want a side gig, or you’ve been curious about quitting the corporate world all together to start your own thing ... but fear is holding you back from making the switch. You’re not alone.
As a career coach to millennials, I’ve witnessed time and time again how nerve-racking it can be for my clients to quit what feels like a “safe” job and move into freelance work.
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Journalism.co.uk
"The risk of physical harm when you're working as a journalist is a lot like the risk of libel in some ways," said journalist and author Susan McKay at the recent International Journalism Festival in Italy.
"Sometimes it's obvious where it might come from, but it sometimes comes from very unexpected sources — you can be taken by surprise by something which turns out to be risky in a defamatory sense, in the same way that you can be wrong about the kind of person that is safe," she added.
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Knight Foundation
While Twitter and other social platforms have allowed media outlets to connect with wider audiences, they’ve also created an environment in which some communities feel exploited by journalists.
A recent event highlighted why some communities — in this case, Black Twitter, Feminist Twitter and Asian-American Twitter — mistrust the media, and what might be done to change that dynamic.
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The American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) does not endorse any company, product, or service sold by any corporation, institution or member supporting our organization. Corporate partnerships, advertisers and sponsors are not an endorsement of a product or service and may not be represented as such, in any way. The use of the ASJA name and/or logo, or representation of such, without the written consent of ASJA, is strictly prohibited.
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