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Okay, honestly, it feels sort of (extremely) done and pat to make the Thanksgiving week newsletter theme “I’m thankful for (blank).” But you can’t really argue with the timeliness, no matter how unoriginal. And, hopefully, gratitude never goes out of style. So, let’s all agree, originality be blasted, and lean into the thankful theme. What about ASJA makes you most grateful? The resources, the camaraderie, the events? Feel free to be as specific as you want. I’ll start a Facebook thread. Wishing everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.
All the best, Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly Editor
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Calling all ASJA Members: Renew Today to be Entered in the Fall Membership Drive
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It’s renewal season at ASJA, and with that our fall membership drive is in full swing. ASJA’s community is its strongest member benefit, and our members are an important reason we can offer support and resources to professional independent writers. Renew by November 30 to be entered into a raffle to win valuable prizes, including Amazon gift cards, registration for the 2023 virtual conference, free 2023 membership and more.
Members can also save 33% on their membership dues by referring their colleagues to ASJA. To learn more about the membership drive, click here. To renew your dues, click here.
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Invest in Your Career — Apply for ASJA Membership Today
ASJA
How can ASJA build up your career? When we asked our members what ASJA has done for them, the overwhelming response was that ASJA brought them new clients, new opportunities, and a new community of professional freelance writers. Other responses included access to ASJA's resource hub, industry insights, discounts on legal consultations and access to affordable health coverage options. Now through December 15, use discount code 2022FallDrive, to waive the initiation and application fees, a savings of $75. Invest in your career and apply for ASJA today!
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What Goes into Making ASJA Magazine
ASJA
Sure, you're a writer, but how much do you know about the process of making magazines? ASJA Magazine editor Stephanie Vozza breaks it down for you and invites you to pitch, over at Confidential. And yes, the magazine pays!
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Paycheck — Yelp for Professional Freelance Writers — Is Back!
ASJA
Do you want to tell other members what it’s like to work with a particular client or publisher? Are you looking for feedback on what an outlet pays or whether they pay on time? We’re proud to announce that ASJA’s Paycheck Database is back! This program is a bit like Yelp for freelance writers. You can submit your personal reviews here, and read others’ reviews here. The more submissions we have, the better the resource! Your name will never be published with your review (and you don’t even have to list your name). We do require the name of the outlet/publication/company. This is a member-only benefit, so you must be logged in to the website to submit a review or read reviews.
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The Stripped-Down Guide to Content Marketing provides the answers to your content marketing questions and challenges. It contains valuable, actionable information and advice so you can produce high-quality content that generates results. Buy the book today to gain an edge in your content marketing efforts.
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COMING SOON: How to Host a Solo Business Retreat and Gear Up for 2023
ASJA
It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of writing, editing, podcasting or other work without always taking time out to think strategically about your business. As we wind down 2022, it’s a perfect time to set your goals for the new year, or at least identify a date to do so. In ASJA’s last virtual education program for the year, members Megy Karydes and Melanie Padgett Powers, and translator and SEO writer Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo, will guide us on how to hold a solo business retreat to better evaluate how you’re doing and plan for where you want to go. Join us at 2 pm ET, Tuesday, December 13. Free for members, $20 for nonmembers. Signup link is here: How to Host a Solo Business Retreat and Gear Up for 2023 - American Society of Journalists and Authors (asja.org)
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Got News?
ASJA
ASJA members can share their writing news using a nifty form at https://www.asja.org/submit-member-news/. (You must be logged in to see this member-only page.) After approval, your submission will appear on the Member News page. The submission also goes to Holly, our esteemed Weekly newsletter editor, who will add it here. And Stephanie, our ASJA Magazine editor, will pull relevant news from the Member News page on the website to include in the print publication. What’s stopping you? Add your news about new book publications, especially important articles, and awards! Please allow 3-5 days for your submission to appear on the website.
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ASJA Volunteer Opportunities
ASJA
- Virtual Pitch Slams – Find editors for monthly pitch sessions and handle registration logistics. Learn more about the program here. Contact Wendy Helfenbaum at wendy@taketwoproductions.ca.
- Virtual Client Connections – Be the liaison for your assigned editor or literary agent and ASJA members with interviews. Step-by-step guidebook provided – takes 3-5 hours of your time. Contact Denise Caiazzo at phrasemakr@aol.com.
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Member News
ASJA
Paul Nicolaus wrote an article for Fodor’s Travel about Florida's Fruit & Spice Park. The assignment came after viewing an ASJA travel writing webinar and meeting with one of the publication’s editors during a Virtual Client Connections event.
Ann Hoffner has been named a Contributing Editor by "Ocean Navigator" magazine. Her new masthead listing is an honor that doesn't come with a raise or a party, just thanks, says editor Tim Queeney.
Do you have professional news you’d like to share with the group? A new job, a story you’ve published (in article, blog post, book, cave painting, etc. form), a new project you’ve launched, an interview with someone fascinating, a speaking gig? Send your news (50 words or less, I will cut) and a link if applicable to Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly editor at hello@redpeneditorial.co (that’s .co like Coco Chanel or you go, Glen Coco). Please put “ASJA Member News” in your subject line or it might not be seen.
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Tool for journalists: Global South Climate Database, for diversifying your climate coverage
journalism.co.uk
Many newsrooms are stepping up their efforts to cover climate. However, despite it being a global story, voices from the global north dominate the discourse, while countries from the global south are the most affected by the effects of the climate crisis.
Not so long ago, even climate experts from the global north were largely unknown to the journalist community. The task was made somehow simpler by Reuters which compiled a database of 1,000 "most influential" climate scientists, ranking them by their publication record and social media influence.
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How to build your freelance biz in 5 steps
Forbes
You’ve heard people gush about the freedom freelancing can offer. Flexible hours, choosing your clients, escaping the confines of 9 to 5 corporate hustle culture—the list goes on. However, few people share the challenges that come with actually building a freelance business from scratch.
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How to get paid what you are worth as a freelancer
The Urban List
When you take the leap into a freelancer career, putting a dollar amount to your skills can be pretty daunting. Are you not charging enough and underselling yourself and your value? Or are you charging too much and pricing yourself right out of the market?
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Majority of female journalists have been target of online violence — report
The Guardian
Online violence against female journalists is one of the most serious global threats to press freedom and has contributed to female reporters being murdered, according to researchers behind a new global report.
Academics who interviewed over 1,000 female journalists in 15 countries found the vast majority of journalists who took part had suffered from online abuse and threats.
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Tips for journalists working outside major cities
International Journalists' Network
Big cities seem to be the centers of everything, including the media industry. One in five newsroom employees in the U.S. work in New York, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. In the U.K., 39% of all freelancers and 49% of all employee journalists live in London. For journalism graduates worldwide, heading to a big city to find work is almost a rite of passage.
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