Let's start off with a fact: most (if not all) first drafts are terrible. Even Ernest Hemingway says so. There's not really any avoiding this, not even for the most talented or experienced writer. But when you think about it, the concept of a less-than-stellar first draft is actually quite …
One of the best tools you can have as a freelance writer is a portfolio of your writing. And no, we're not talking about an old-school scrapbook filled with clippings of your articles! We're talking about a sleek, professional online portfolio that helps you showcase your skills and experience. Think …
As the launch of Heart of Mist draws nearer and nearer, a lot of my readers have been asking: how do I help you with your book release? Firstly, just asking a lovely question like that means the world to just about any author. Writing and publishing a book is a huge undertaking, and so …
So you've created a fantastical world full of unique cultures and ideas, and a diverse cast of characters to reflect that. And to add even more depth to your characters and setting, you want to weave in different languages. As a fantasy writer, using multiple languages has probably crossed your mind. …
I first met our Founding Editor Helen Scheuerer a couple of years ago, when I started working for Writer's Edit as an Editorial Assistant. Little did I know then that we'd become great friends as well as colleagues – and that I'd have the chance to become involved in the …
If you're going to be a successful freelance writer, you need to set goals. And not just any type of goals: realistic, achievable ones. But what exactly are achievable goals? And how do you go about setting and meeting them? Let's delve into the process of goal-setting for freelance writers, why …
Producing a professional-looking book is critical, especially when self-publishing. Despite being more common than ever, self-publishing still carries the old stigmas: unwanted by 'real' publishers, unedited and unlikely to be any good. A product that's obviously self-published, or amateurish, will raise questions of quality and may potentially discourage readers. …
If you're just starting out with freelance writing, you may find yourself feeling a little overwhelmed. There's so much to consider when it comes to freelancing, especially what type (or types) of work you want to do. There are many different types of freelance writing jobs available these days. Everything from a …
