If you've gotten this far in freelancing, then bravo! You're on your way. But there's one big hurdle before landing your first gig: your pitch or cover letter. Though it's called something different depending on where you're looking for a gig, this is basically the same thing. You're briefly telling the prospective client a few … Continue reading Nailing Your Pitch or Cover Letter
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Reblog: Why So Many People Write at Starbucks by A Writer’s Path
Why do so many people write at Starbucks? The answer has to do with me going to Nevis. Let me explain. Brain researchers don’t quite understand it all, but they’re learning more and more about something called “neuroplasticity.” This is the brain’s ability to change neural pathways and synapses due to changes in behavior, environment, […] … Continue reading Reblog: Why So Many People Write at Starbucks by A Writer’s Path
The Bakery: A post-apocalyptic flash fiction story
My imagination painted a view of the street as it had once been. Never quiet, always bustling. Kids running on cobblestones and weaving in between the delivery boys on their bikes. Right here, where I stood, was the bakery. You couldn't walk this street without smelling it; no wonder any other baker who set up … Continue reading The Bakery: A post-apocalyptic flash fiction story
Pixar Uses a Secret to Make Their Stories Unique—Now You Can Use It Too
Have you ever noticed that most protagonists are...kinda the same? Whether it’s a children’s picture book or an adult thriller novel, the protag usually falls into one of two categories: a boy (young man, man, etc.) looking for adventure or a girl (young woman, woman, etc.) looking for independence/freedom. The secondary character and/or best friend … Continue reading Pixar Uses a Secret to Make Their Stories Unique—Now You Can Use It Too
What Kind of Freelance Writing Is Right for Me?
When people talk about freelance writing, the subject usually revolves around copywriting. For most of my life, freelance writing meant copywriting in my mind. This is what kept me out of the field for so long - copy may be your jam, and that's wonderful, but it most certainly isn't mine. Once I actually got … Continue reading What Kind of Freelance Writing Is Right for Me?
Reblog: How To Finish Writing A Book by Sara Flower Kjeldsen Writes
This post is for people who have great story ideas, but can’t seem to finish a book. I’ve definitely been there – my teens and early 20’s were consistently filled with moments of me being inspired, but not yet having the tools to finish a story. I’m going to share what has helped me finish […] … Continue reading Reblog: How To Finish Writing A Book by Sara Flower Kjeldsen Writes
Creative Gems 2 (and 3!)
Last year, I had the joy of participating in Creative Gems Volume 2, a collection of children's short stories based on artwork by the wonderful Andrea Benko. I wrote a story about a snake who faced a big challenge! You can find Creative Gems on Amazon! I was so happy to discover that Andrea is … Continue reading Creative Gems 2 (and 3!)
The Magic of Encanto
It's been almost a year and a half, and everyone is still talking about not talking about Bruno. (Read the sentence again, you'll get it.) If you were around back in 2014 when the Frozen craze hit, you'll recognise the signs of an instant Disney classic. But Encanto is truly something special - it has … Continue reading The Magic of Encanto
How Do You Write a Book?
An updated version of a post from Feb. 2022 Apparently, 81% of people in the U.S. want to write a book. That's enough to say that most people want to write a book in this country, and I suspect the numbers would be pretty big in other countries, too. On the one hand, it's a … Continue reading How Do You Write a Book?
Freelancing Platforms: Yea or Nay?
So, you want to be a freelance writer. The good news is there are many ways you can start. Some people say to get your own website up and running right away and market yourself to the world. (Very few) others have had success sending their resume out to everyone they can think of until … Continue reading Freelancing Platforms: Yea or Nay?
The Story Canvas 