Writing Resources

Subtle Writing Techniques of the Mystery Writer - Gerard F Bianco  Here is the first of five articles taken from my lecture series, "Subtle Writing Techniques Used in Creating a Successful Mystery Novel.  " This series is designed to explain the working methods of the mystery/suspense writer, offering insight and understanding into the technical process of writing.

How to Write Search Relevant Ezine Articles That Gets Published - David Petrich  A good ezine writer can become a star in their field when widely published.  Those who provide great content and who make it easy to publish can escalate their writing careers.  Organizations who publish quality content in trade for publicity can achieve maximum exposure if they follow some simple guidelines.

7 Steps to Writing Effective Cover Letters - Robert Moment  A cover letter can be the ultimate compliment to your resume.  With an effective and well-written letter, you can impress future employers with details that cannot always be found in the resume.

Creating A Search Engine Copywriting Plan - Karon Thackston  Search engine copywriting has become an extremely important part of the overall search engine optimization process.  However, in addition, search engine copywriting has developed into a misunderstood craft.

How To Get A Job Writing Speeches - Niall Cinneide  Jobs in speech writing are amongst the most difficult to find, but are much sought after.  In many cases, the subjects that will deliver them will want to find expert advice on what to say, how to say it, and how to make themselves look good through it.

How To Find A Job Writing Grant Applications - Niall Cinneide  Do you have what it takes to land a job doing grant writing?  Many people are looking for ways to develop a freelance business, but unless you know what it takes to do so, you might as well stop trying.

The Arrogant Writer: Five Ways to Nurture and Defend your Muse - Jill Nagle  Arrogance has a bad rap.  We think of arrogant people as unpleasant to be around, full of themselves, and incapable of taking an interest in anyone else.  However, when applied to one’s own writing, a certain measure of well-placed arrogance can be a useful tool.

Don't Miss These 10 Must Know Facts About Promoting Your Website with Article Writing - Laurie Meade  Most all ezine publishers need fresh content.  Article writing is something that gets tedious to the publisher who sends out an ezine every week.  Fresh, unique ideas are always attractive, and ezine authors don't mind publishing others work, (along with a complete research box, (THIS IS YOUR AD) as well.

Setting Your Fees as a Freelance Writer or Copywriter. - Susanna K. Hutcheson  Probably the most common and frustrating problem any freelance writer has is setting his or her fees.  If you're too high, you cut yourself out of a lot of good business.  If you're too low, you get far too much work and you can't do the client a really good job because he hasn't paid you enough for your time.

How To Handle Writer's Block - Maggie Dennison  Do you ever sit down to write and feel as if you're plodding through mud to get even a few words down on paper?  Do you wonder if you'll ever come up with a useful idea again?  You may be suffering from writer's block.

Segmenting Your Target Audience Through Your Copywriting - Karon Thackston  Ask any copywriter what the first commandment of copywriting is and they’ll quickly tell you “Know Thy Target Audience.  ” In order to write effectively you have to know this one group of people and know them well.

AUTOBIOGRAPHY: How to Write & Publish Your Life Story - Jeff Rivera  Have you ever thought about writing your life story as a book?  Do you have fascinating events in your life to tell that you know would make a bestselling book?  Of course you do!  And the world needs to hear your story.

How To Write Better Sales Copy: The One (And Only) Proven Method That Works! - Craig Garber  There's an old joke that goes something like this:  A man is walking down 7th Avenue in Manhattan and he asks a stranger "How do you get to Carnegie Hall?  " The stranger tips his hat and politely says, "Practice.

How To Write A Problem Solving Article - Richard Cussons  If you are like me then topics and ideas for writing articles about my product, service or niche can be tricky and getting started even worse.  You will probably know the problems people have in your industry.

Some FAQs for Aspiring Copywriters - Glenn Murray  I get an email at least once a week from aspiring copywriters seeking advice on how to get a foothold in the industry.  It's obviously a popular topic, so I thought I'd put some of the more common questions and answers on paper in the hopes that it might provide a bit of an insight.