Writing Tips

Writing Tip #75

Freelance writers don’t have to just write for news outlets. You can write for brands, too, which earns you a higher income than media work. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or […]

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Writing Tip #15

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Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

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Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

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Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #30

Read your favourite authors with an analytical eye. Why does their writing engage you?  Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

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Writing Tip #15

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Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

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Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #34

Pitch like a pro by researching your topic thoroughly, and include as many relevant quotes and stats as you can. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

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Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #29

After your first draft, read it aloud. You’ll find awkward phrases, run-on sentences, grammar errors and much more. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

How do you decide which projects you should take on as a freelance journalist? Follow Read more

Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #19

When it’s time to write, close all your browser tabs and turn off your phone. The less distractions pulling you away from your work, the better. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

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Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

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Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #82

If there’s one book on writing you should read, it’s On Writing Well by William Zinsser. I reread it every year and so should you! Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or

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Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

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Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #41

Whether you write fiction or non-fiction, Canada’s granting system will give you $$$ for your projects! As a five-time recipient, I can help you write engaging and eye-catching grants. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

How do you decide which projects you should take on as a freelance journalist? Follow Read more

Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

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Writing Tip #8

Before you write your pitch to editors, ask yourself, “What is timely about this idea? What makes this story important right now?” Want more advice? Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

How do you decide which projects you should take on as a freelance journalist? Follow Read more

Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

If you work as a freelance writer, you can write off so many expenses you Read more

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Writing Tip #68

If you work as a freelance writer, you can write off so many expenses you might not be aware of right now! Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals,

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #62
Writing Tip #62

How do you decide which projects you should take on as a freelance journalist? Follow Read more

Writing Tip #8
Writing Tip #8

Before you write your pitch to editors, ask yourself, "What is timely about this idea? Read more

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Writing Tip #62

How do you decide which projects you should take on as a freelance journalist? Follow the Rule of the 3 Ps: Pay, Prestige, Passion. Related: Writing Tip #15 Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more Writing Tip #22 If you’re pitching to editors or submitting

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Writing Tip #15
Writing Tip #15

Start strong but end stronger. Leave your readers with a powerful lasting impression of your Read more

Writing Tip #22
Writing Tip #22

If you’re pitching to editors or submitting to journals, catalogue all your submissions on a Read more

Writing Tip #43
Writing Tip #43

Adjectives and adverbs can create vivid imagery but finding the right noun and/or verb is Read more

Writing Tip #51
Writing Tip #51

Set aside a specific time each day to write, even if it’s not related to Read more

Writing Tip #68
Writing Tip #68

If you work as a freelance writer, you can write off so many expenses you Read more

Writing Tip #8
Writing Tip #8

Before you write your pitch to editors, ask yourself, "What is timely about this idea? Read more

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