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The WRITER
One of the great contradictions in the writing world is how many writers assert that they value the written word in its highest form, yet they can’t be bothered to avoid passive voice, know the difference between “its” and “it’s” or be certain of when to use “who” versus “whom.” Here’s the problem: Literary agents and editors do know these rules. When they realize that you don’t know, they are likely to be less interested in working with you, regardless of the other merits of your writing.
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By Damon Brown
I have great news: You can stop waiting to get your break as a writer. Seriously. You don't need approval anymore.
As best-selling author James Altucher put it, you can now "choose yourself."
Things have changed dramatically in the two decades since I began freelancing. At the time, social media barely existed, self-publishing was called vanity press and print publications were the last word in storytelling. Now, you can follow your favorite New Yorker editor online, get your book out through tons of channels and write an essay directly to the public.
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Harvard Business Review
Telecommuters might feel guilty or ungrateful admitting it, but let’s be honest: We often miss the office. Even the too-talkative, too-messy, or too-cutthroat colleagues you willed yourself to ignore when they sat near you can seem endearing when you’re toiling away to the ticktock of your kitchen clock.
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ASJA
Registration has been extended for ASJA Dream Bold Atlanta (#ASJAatl), a one-day conference at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Georgia, where freelance writers will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with editors and content providers. Keynote speaker and international bestselling author Robert Hicks will debut his new book: "The Orphan Mother." Early-bird registration deadline is Oct. 10, so register now!
Poynter
Search Engine Optimization includes techniques — both editorial and technological — to ensure relevant content ranks well in search results on search engines. Good SEO calls for breaking — or at least re-examining — some established conventions of headline writing.
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The Content Standard by Skyword
I’ve had a successful first year as a freelance writer building a personal brand. It was everything I dreamed it could be — I made my own hours, worked on a ton of interesting projects with great clients, and still had time to go on long bike rides. I was doing so well that when my boyfriend quit his job to take a breather, neither of us worried about whether we’d have enough money to make rent.
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NewsOK.com
Thanks to the Internet, you can get plenty of help with your prose without leaving your keyboard. These seven sites are some of the best writing tools out there today. Why not try them out?
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KnowTechie
For a content marketing manager, the content editorial process should be the Holy Scripture. It is a process that will keep you organized and on track — no fumbling, no shots in the dark.
A simple process that will ensure that every single thing you publish has a goal and will eventually contribute to broader marketing goals.
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Journalism.co.uk
With a wider range of media jobs available, and innovative methods of storytelling being developed regularly, there has never been a more exciting time to work within the fast-paced world of digital journalism. But as the industry is always changing, reporters are expected to constantly learn more and more skills to keep up with how audiences are consuming news.
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Poynter
Up until recently, many news organizations have been reluctant to use the "L" word to describe Donald Trump's many falsehoods. When The New York Times finally did — on Sept. 16, 2016 — it was seen as “kind of a big deal.”
In the days since, The Times has tried to make up for lost time, publishing at least eight pieces that have referred to Trump’s lies in headlines. In contrast, some other news organizations have chosen to avoid using the word "lie" to characterize Trump’s statements.
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Bustle
Pitching is probably the most difficult part of writing. The actual writing and editing gets easy after a while, given you actually enjoy writing even a little bit. But pitching remains difficult, whether you're pitching editors you've worked with before or pitching someone new for the first time.
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