10 New Yearβs resolutions for writers and authors in 2024
Welcome to a new year – 2024. New Year’s is always the perfect time for fresh beginnings. If you are a writer or author, here […]
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How to make it as a freelancer β 8 tips for new writers
Want to conquer the world of freelance writing? You may need a little help. Not to worry! Weβve got the tips you need to get […]
Florida journalism student targets fake news to win MUSE writing scholarship
The 2022 MUSE Scholarship winner is a future sports journalist who warns us about the allure of fake news. Congratulations Caleb Thomas! Somebody had to […]
New scholarship for first year writing students in 2022
We are offering a new US$500 scholarship to American and Canadian high school seniors this year. Any first-year post-secondary writing-related program qualifies. Let your young […]
Do you want to hire a slave or a writer?
Some people want something for nothing. Tempting as the offer sounds, I just don’t need any more nothing right now. Rant time! Every day β […]
Infographic: Should I hire a ghostwriter? How to tell if you need a ghostwriter
Many authors hire ghostwriters. But how do you know if you should? This handy flow chart will help answer the question: “Should I hire a […]
How a ghostwriter can help you get your book published
Want a publish-ready book manuscript? Here’s how a ghostwriter can get you ready to publish. Some people come to us thinking that we’ll publish their […]
The 1 trait every ghostwriter needs
Just one thing separates a ghostwriter from other writers. Without this trait, you simply cannot ghostwrite. A lot of writers get frustrated when their big […]
How much does a ghostwriter cost? (and how to save on ghostwriting fees)
How much does it cost to hire a ghostwriter to write your book? Here is your complete guide to getting the most for your ghostwriter […]
Ghostwriting and folding egg whites in batter: a tale of two Julia Childs
How do you blend the idealist writer in you with pragmatic demands ofΒ ghostwriting? Kristin Johnson draws inspiration from none other than Julia Child. In […]
Whatβs it like to be a ghostwriter?
Do you wonder what is a ghostwriter, and what it’s like to be one? In this post, we spill the beans. Iβve seen this question […]
Authors, pro tips on how to sell the rights to your book
As an author, you have more rights than you might think. Get more out of your writing; sell your book rights. Most authors don’t think […]
What is the difference between an author and a writer?
What is the difference between an author and a writer? What is the difference between a writer and an author? Well…it’s complicated. Running a ghostwriting […]
Ghostwriter contracts 101 – ghostwriting agreements clause by clause
Ready to hire a ghostwriter? You might wonder about the ghostwriter contract and the fees. Here is what you should find in a ghostwriter contract. […]
The mega list of careers for writers in 2024 – writing jobs or freelance work
Who knew there were so many career paths for a writer to take? Here are 37 jobs for professional writers, either as employees or as […]
8 Must-Have Items to Pack for a Writers Conference
Kristin is off to the Santa Barbara Writers Conference, and – ooh, look what she’s packing! It’s that time of year. To quote Alice Cooper, […]
Writers, authors, bloggers – beware these health and injury risks
A writing career is fraught with peril – just ask Alex Rover. Here is your complete guide to writer health risks and remedies, with real-life […]
New Nigerian scam targets writers
A new Nigerian scam targets writers. Here is how to recognize it, even if they say they’re from Ghana. Or Vietnam. Or Finland. If you […]
Confessions of a political ghostwriter
Most of what politicians say or write are their own thoughts to a large degree.Β But that doesn’t mean they write their own words. Have […]
Freelance writers, this is your guide!
If you read only one book to boost your freelance writing career, you should read Start Here. You get the top tips from 40 successful […]