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102 Ways to Earn Money Writing 1,500 Words or Less
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Business of WritingGeneral ReferenceWriting Instruction
ISBN13: 9781582977959
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Published: Jan 4 2010
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.80 Width: 5.40 Depth: 8.30
Language: English
Can you make a living writing? Absolutely!
102 Ways to Earn Money Writing 1,500 Words or Less shows you the wide array of freelance opportunities available–and gives you everything you need to know to reap the benefits of a bustling writing career.
Award-winning freelancer and highly sought communications consultant I.J. Schecter delivers ideas for finding freelance work in traditional markets like magazines and newspapers, as well as in unique markets, including:
- fast-food tray liner copy
- person-to-person correspondence (including love letters!)
- resumes
- menus
- and many others!
Every suggestion is backed by a real-life experience from Schecter and other freelancing experts. Plus, each of the 102 ways has a Get This Gig section that tells you where to start, who to contact, and what to charge so you can immediately apply what you learn.
102 Ways to Earn Money Writing 1,500 Words or Less gives you the knowledge, confidence, and inspiration to recognize and make the most of today's freelance possibilities.
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