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The Helpful Uses For The Seemingly Obsolete Typewriter By : Gray Rollins In our high tech world with computers on every desktop, laptops, palm pilots, cellular phones, the day of the typewriter seems to have come and gone. So is there still any use for the typewriter? You might think the typewriter is the office dinosaur of the 21st century. In fact, if you ask some of the youngest and brightest upcoming students you might be surprised to discover some of them don’t even know what a typewriter is. Not surprising in our modern world. But like al... Follow These Simple Steps to Book Publishing Success By : John Hayward Even if your best friend owns a top publishing company, giving you an immediate "in," this does not guarantee publishing success. First, you have to write a quality book that has a clear target audience. And your book must answer a common problem or need that audience shares. Then you have to develop a marketing plan, and stick to it for at least two years. Improve Your Writing in Eight Simple Steps By : John Smith This articles explains how a student can improve his or her writing by following eight simple steps. Busted: 5 Writing Myths By : Deanna Mascle - One common element whenever human beings gather is the need to talk and share experiences. Often that need turns into something a little more fun, a little more dangerous -- gossip. Gossip is often fun but it can also be dangerous because it spreads quickly (because it is fun) and often distorts or even completely avoids the truth. Gossip creates myths in many fields and professions, and the field of writing is especially prone. The top five myths about writing are: Myt... Profit From Writing By : Carol Anne Strange If you’re passionate about writing and want to make it your career, you need to be resourceful, professional, determined and self-motivated to succeed. Writing for a living isn’t easy and unless you’ve already landed a five figure book deal for your latest novel, you need to be as creative in generating income as you are with your words. To help you profit from writing, here are a few opportunities to explore: Writing for Magazines This is the starting point for many f... Resume Writing Hot Tips! By : Alfred J.James Most job seekers have the same problem when writing their resumes: they feel overwhelmed when it comes to presenting themselves in such a concise format. If you're suffering from this problem, you might want to work with a partner, a friend, a fellow job hunter, a counselor, or a professional resume writer, someone who can ask you probing questions and provide objectivity. Gather and Check All Necessary Information - Learn to write a resume by writing down information unde... Do We Need Envelopes By : Robert Michael Electronic mail is quick and easy but has not taken the place of regular mail (a.k.a. snail mail). And with mail service comes the need for envelopes. Envelopes are necessary to safely transport everything from personal correspondence to business proposals to wedding invitations to announcements and the like. Envelopes come in a variety of different forms, styles and sizes. Just to name a few, there are commercial envelopes (think business size), window envelopes, open-end e... Why Should You Be Writing For The Internet? By : Deanna Mascle - I have been writing professionally for more than two decades. I have worked as a professional writer and editor for newspapers, books and magazines for local, regional, and international audiences. My primary financial support has always been either professional writing (or editing) or the teaching of writing. In fact, my initial foray into writing for the Internet was not intended to be a profitable venture but rather a way to express myself when I made the transition to tea... 3 Key Points To Remember When Writing For The Web By : Deanna Mascle - While many writers are eager to write for the Internet, it is important to consider the key differences between writing for a traditional print audience and an Internet audience. Keeping these three points in mind will help you achieve success with your Internet writing ventures. Writing for the Internet is different from traditional publishing formats in three essential ways: ~ Audience ~ Format ~ Lifespan It is important to consider each difference while writing.... How To Write Better Business Letters By : Brian Konradt Writing business letters is a forgotten art. The Internet has made us lazy writers. With a few keystrokes, we can kick off a short e-mail without thinking much about content, much less formatting. Have you ever reviewed your own e-mails and discovered misspellings, incomplete sentences, formatting mistakes, and grammatical errors? Usually we think nothing about how our lazy writing negatively affects our e-mails; other people e-mail us the same type of junk all the time. But,... Chick Lit: Which Comes First, The Chick Or The Lit? By : Laurel Osterkamp How many times has a boyfriend or husband dismissed a movie you wanted to see as just another “chick flick”, refusing to go, and dragged you to see an action film instead? It seems that any sort of entertainment that is created specifically by women for women has a stigma attached to it, and is often disregarded as superficial fluff. This is not simply true for movies anymore, but for books as well, with the fairly recent emergence of the genre “chick lit.” These books oft... Doing My Homework By : John Smith Are you a student in high school or college? Have you been one in the past? If so, you know how difficult it can be to write a great essay or term paper. The fact of the matter is that there are times when you will have difficulties getting started. Poetry Critique - Critique The Poem - Not The Poet By : Rose DesRochers The act of writing poetry is something that is very personal to us poets, and sharing it for the first time can be a very frightening experience. The first experience of having your work criticized can boggle your mind and set you back a step in your writing. However, critique is essential in any writer’s career. Accepting criticism is something that we all must face, even if we don't like it. When I received my first harsh critique, it was on an Ezboard workshop, and righ... Doctor, Doctor, Give Me The News By : Scott Lindsay You may have heard of the term, "Book Doctor" in your writing career. Maybe you've wondered what a Book Doctor does and if it's a good idea to utilize their services. In essence, a Book Doctor is an individual who promises to assist you in making your manuscript ready for submission to an editor or publisher. The sad truth is many Book Doctors simply provide minimal editing services and little else. Many potential authors have sought the services of one of these 'pro... Give Your Book A Selling Chance Before You Write It, Part I By : Earma Brown - Imagine thousands of people buying your book all over the world in the coming year. Furthermore, they love it and write you about how it has helped them. They even email all their friends about your insightful book. Sound far fetched? Believe it; it could happen to you! Keep reading only if you want to give your message the selling chance it deserves. To start with, every part of your book should be a compelling part of your message. Every part should be written passionate... Have Pen - Will Write By : Scott Lindsay The term freelance has been described as "A person who sells services to employers without a long-term commitment to any of them." This is essentially the truth of freelance writing. In many ways a freelancer works as a subcontractor. A freelance writer accepts work offered by a magazine or newspaper with no long-term commitment or promise of ongoing assignments. It is possible that someone you have written for on a freelance basis will return to you with an additional ass... What's In A Name? The Use Of Pseudonyms And Pen Names By : Scott Lindsay Have you ever wondered why a writer chooses a pseudonym or pen name? Is it possible they believe that they are more important than other writers are? Do they demonstrate their views of superiority by simply choosing to rename themselves? The truth is, there are a multitude of valid reasons for an author to select a pen name and very few have anything to do with pride. For instance Mary Ann Evans was published under the name George Eliot simply because female authors had... A Writer’s Need For Community By : Scott Lindsay I’d like to present three easy steps to getting published. Well, I’d like to, but there’s usually more than three and they are never easy. Many aspiring writers I encounter believe if they can just get their article to an editor the editor will see the value in the work and want to sign them to a contract of some sort. Now, this is rarely verbalized by the author, but the dream-dashing is very evident when they receive their first rejection slip. There’s almost an innat... Writing: It’s All In The Content By : Scott Lindsay Maybe you’ve seen online advertising that reads something like, “You too can make money in your spare time as a writer.” It sounds inviting until you discover that some of that writing need includes writing a 400 word original article for one dollar. If it takes you twenty minutes to write an article that would mean you could make $3 an hour. You might think that’s ridiculous, but there is a reason why these mini-contracts are being awarded. Some find this work ‘accepta... Frequently Asked Questions About Book Publishing By : Dee Power How long does it take to get a book published? On the average about a year. Six months to write a nonfiction book or revise a novel after a publishing contract has been signed and six months for production from editing the manuscript to finding your book in a bookstore. Why does production take six months? The actual production process of revising and editing, copyediting and proofing the galleys could be quicker. But enough time has to be allowed for obtaining endor... Federal Resumes – 10 Tips For Success By : Heather Eagar Applying for A federal job requires you to take a different approach and adhere to a different set of rules and techniques. Unlike private sector recruitment, the procedures followed in federal recruitment goes by certain criteria and rules. The basic idea here is to provide every applicant an equal opportunity. Of late, the OF-612 form, or Federal Resume, is the accepted resume form for federal jobs. Here are 10 key tips to writing a Federal Resume that works: 1. Don’t fo... Meeting The Deadline By : Scott Lindsay A nemesis to all writers is an imposed deadline. Whether that deadline is from a publisher or as part of a writing contest or challenge the deadline screams at us to hurry up while our muse is certain the story just isn’t quite right yet. As you develop your writing career or writing business you will likely find deadlines come more often and from a variety of sources. Let me paint a scenario… A client has requested 10 content articles for their website and you have ... Free To Fail By : Scott Lindsay I enlisted the help of several authors who knew something of fame in their work, yet surprisingly had much to say about failure. In truth, these authors aren’t answering the specific questions I pose, but their wisdom in the field of writing is worth considering. We will start with a question writers will often ask themselves or others about their craft and then review an applicable quote from a noted author. Just the thought of submitting my work to a publisher makes m... True Success By : Scott Lindsay “The only one who doesn't make mistakes is the one who doesn't do anything.” -- V. I. Lenin The first key to success in writing is to actually begin to write and submit material for publishing consideration. If it is true that you learn from your mistakes then you need to make a few in order to ‘maximize your learning potential’. “Try not to become a man of success, but rather a man of value.” -- Albert Einstein “To achieve great things requires that we become great ... Exploring All Paths By : Scott Lindsay I suppose it is the dream of every writer to have a book published with a major publishing house, well known and well respected in the industry. With such publication one might encounter fame and perhaps a bit or fortune. If you could land such a publishing contract perhaps you could find time on major radio stations, television stations and reputable podcasts to share the wisdom you have to share. Newspaper and magazines might contact you for interviews and photo opportuniti... Cover Letters By : Scott Lindsay I will routinely advise new writers to make sure their cover letters are professional in tone. All additional correspondence with an editor should be similarly professional. There are a few other details regarding a cover letter that may be of interest. For instance, if you can't say what needs to be said in one page, you need to say it again. It is bad form to send a cover letter that is longer than one page. The person you are sending the cover letter to may make a judge... I Think I Need An Agent By : Scott Lindsay Your initial manuscript is complete. Maybe it's even been shelved for a period of time. You may have sent the manuscript to a publisher, but it never really went anywhere. You really believe in the book, but are tired of hitting the roadblock that reads, "No unsolicited manuscripts". Maybe what you need is a literary agent; one who believes in you and your work and will represent that belief to appropriate publishers. You conduct an online search and find several agents an... Appealing To The Reader By : Scott Lindsay You’ve worked hard on your manuscript and are prepared to send it to a publisher. You realize your manuscript was not something the publisher asked for specifically, yet you feel it matches their stated purpose. You have created a one page, concise cover letter and have made sure it contains no spelling or grammar mistakes. The line is long at the post office, yet you gladly wait to personally send the manuscript on its way. You watch as the heartless postal worker twists ... Query: Opening The Lock On Magazine Publishing By : Scott Lindsay Every time you pick up your favorite magazine you pour over it, looking through every article. By the time you are finished many of the pages are dog-eared and you’ve discovered that so many of the articles are in line with your own personal interests and writing style. As a writer you find yourself considering the possibility of submitting something for the magazine to consider. You have even written an article or two, but never had the courage to send them on. You have d... Self-Publishing: How Important Is An ISBN Number? By : Scott Lindsay You've weighed all your options and have determined that self-publishing makes the most sense for your foray into publishing. You understand that there is an increase in the need to self-market your title, but there is also a correlating increase in profit margin. Other risks have been assessed and you’re comfortable moving forward in the direction you've chosen. Have you applied for an ISBN number? "What's that?" You might be asking yourself. Well, an ISBN (Internation... The Write Stuff: Are You Freelance Ready? By : Scott Lindsay Your love for writing is evident to any who know you. You have always enjoyed drafting phrases that assist you in telling a story in a positive way. You’ve always wondered if you had what it takes to become a freelance writer. A Few Questions Have you taken any classes in journalism? Have you participated in any workshops for writers? Have you had anyone help assess your skills? Have you developed a portfolio for prospective clients? Have you learned to writ... Make Way For A New Freelance Writer By : Scott Lindsay The avenues for successfully publishing everything from articles to short stories, poetry to how-to articles and inspirational thoughts to web content has never been more impressive. Perhaps the greatest struggle for web writers is defining the opportunities that best suit their individual tastes and level of comfort. For some, the advent of freelance bidding sites has been a help in locating opportunities the writer may feel especially qualified for. The struggle with ... A Few Tips For Writing A Research Paper By : Gabriel Adams Every person will have to write a research paper at some point in their lifetime. If you do not know the steps to writing a research paper, then it can become an overwhelming proposition. However if you know the steps to writing a research paper, then the task is not at all daunting. Breaking a research paper into small steps also allows you to focus on one part of the research paper at a time, which will translate into a much better finished product. Here are the steps neede... Personal Websites For Journalists By : Madison Lockwood Traditionally, journalists have more or less worked alone. Journalists in both the news business and feature writers for magazines typically will develop their stories, dig up their leads, conduct their interviews and draft the final product themselves. In the newspaper business, major stories will sometimes become collaborative efforts where several reporters are working on aspects of a story and their work is edited into a single piece, published under multiple bylines. ... Writing Contests: Building Writing Credentials By : Scott Lindsay One of the ways many writers can successfully add credentials to their portfolio if to participate in a variety of literary contests. This type of contest encourages writers to put their best foot forward in both creativity and attention to detail. It is true that there are some contests that provide a cash award for their top finishers, but there are also publishing scams that will accept your work regardless of quality. When you receive notice that your work has been acc... Has The Internet Made Porn Socially Acceptable? By : John Smith In a world dominated by computers and technology we take a look at what effect the Internet has had on people’s attitude towards sex and pornography. Pornography and prostitution is nothing new to the world, it has been around for years and years and will carry on to do so, of recent times it appears to be everywhere, sex shops in high streets, top shelf magazines in newsagents, recognised red light zones, legal brothels, mobile phone videos and even porn star name t-shirts are used to promote pornography. Deadline Management By : Scott Lindsay “When length is a problem, I'd rather cut out sections -- entire thoughts -- than chisel off the texture and color from the most important parts of the story. Cutting is hard and painful work, but I'd rather do it myself than leave it to someone who doesn't know the story as well as I do." - Warren Wolfe For some the idea of actually having writing deadlines would be a dream come true. They enjoy writing, but have never experienced the ruthless demand of completing an arti... What To Expect At A Book Signing? By : Scott Lindsay One of the most thrilling moments for an author is when they are invited to participate in a book signing. This is often the stamp of approval many writers need, especially with their first book. Most bookstores see a book signing as a means of increasing foot traffic and promoting a sense of connectedness with the writing community. Most bookstore owners are open to the idea of providing time, space and promotion for a book signing. From a writers perspective this shou... Rediscovering Chapbooks By : Scott Lindsay In the 1600's most cultured socialites considered chapbooks vulgar. These 'flimsy' booklets were often sold in less than reputable establishments and contained a variety of less than quality poetry, stories, ballads and political dissent. Often filled with spelling mistakes, factual blunders and little in the way of quality assurance these chapbooks often connected with the uncultured alone. Today you will find several colleges that are working to collect copies of aging c... Writing What You Want To Write: Personal Innovation By : Scott Lindsay Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all. - Dale Carnegie Some of the special skills discussed in writing may have you feeling as if there is really no room for expressing your own personality in your writing. However, there is always a misunderstood need for personal innovation in storytelling. There will always be intriguing stories that defy conventional wisdom. Children'... Time Management For Writers By : Scott Lindsay Most established writers have deadlines to follow. They are either pressed to complete an article by a certain time or they have a novel or non-fiction book that must be handed in by a deadline. In each case they have either a mandatory of self-imposed daily word count they need to complete in order to finish on time. The primary components to time management for writers should encompass several things. 1. Writing - By actually identifying what your purpose is you take ... Blogging: A Writer’s Journal By : Scott Lindsay A novel way for a writer to keep prospects and fans in the loop on their progress as a writer is through the use of a web log or ‘Blog’. “This notion of self-publishing, which is what Blogger and blogging are really about, is the next big wave of human communication. The last big wave was Web activity. Before that one it was e-mail.” – Eric Schmidt This online tool has allowed many writers to share thoughts, humor, politics, and more with any and all who would visit. Si... A Writer’s Life For Me? By : Scott Lindsay It may be the hope of all who have ever put pen to paper that they might be able to write on a full-time basis. The romantic notion of a writer's life is compelling enough to many to find them seeking ways to make a living by crafting the written word. David Boles is the publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Go Inside Magazine. Boles indicates his day starts at 8:00 a.m. and he rarely finishes writing until midnight. Boles has additional words of wisdom for new writers. 1. Y... Writing Success: What Does It Mean To You? By : Scott Lindsay Like most creative professions the question of a qualified success in writing is not easy to concentrate into one definitive answer. Just as there are a multitude of writing styles, so too are there many examples of writing success. Examples 1. "If I can just finish my first story, I will have success." 2. "If I can just work up the courage to submit this to a publisher, I will have success." 3. "If I can actually receive a check in the mail for a magazine article,... How Do You Write A Book Report? By : Chris Snow Some time or the other during our schooling most of us have been assigned the task of writing book reports. We have to live with book report assignments throughout our academic life, grade school, high school and college. Book reports in grade school are easy as the writing is simple and most of the times the teacher takes an indulgent view due to the student’s age. High school book reports are a different ball game altogether. Are they not? The teacher expects us to kn... Plagiarism: A Case Of Copy & Paste By : Scott Lindsay "Fine words! I wonder where you stole 'em." - Jonathan Swift Whether you write for the web or a magazine it can be tempting to lift a sentence or complete thought and move it into the body of your work. After all, it seems to ft the premise you are working on and you’re facing a deadline. This is a form of stealing that is addressed often in schools across the nation when students are too tired or lazy to finish an essay using their own words. “Taking something from ... Dusting Off A Dream: Writing Success At Any Age By : Scott Lindsay “Give me a stock clerk with a goal and I'll give you a man who will make history. Give me a man with no goals and I'll give you a stock clerk.” - J.C. Penney Country recording artist Tim McGraw confided in an interview that there was a guy at a 7-11 that could sing him under a table. So, why is that guy serving up Slurpees while Tim is performing to packed stadiums? The reason is the same for writers as it is for singers. There are many incredibly gifted writers who wil... Free For All By : Scott Lindsay A debate is taking place on the worldwide web in connection with the use or overuse of content. Everyone seems to agree that the use of quality content is important, but how much is too much and what ways are best for the distribution of your content? Please note that this issue is not related to write-for-hire or contract content writing. Close to the Vest Some writers in this camp indicate they feel there is an integrity issue at stake when a writer makes their wor... Self-marketing Techniques For Writers By : Scott Lindsay One of the most effective ways to present your work to prospective clients is by having an online presence. As the world shrinks through the use of the worldwide web, you will find clients on an international basis may be interested in your work and in your ability to work for them. First Step By creating a website you have the opportunity to place testimonials, pricing structure, examples and a list or services you provide. Because most writers have problems with se... Don’t Sell Yourself Short By : Scott Lindsay Freelance job sites are filled with work. If you want to work for pay today, it is possible that you can do so. You might even be able to write as many articles as you want to write. "$1.00 Per Article - As Much Work As You Want" Yes, you too could be on the road to a very lucrative career if you could write a few hundred articles a day. Let's see, if it takes me 45 minutes to write an article because I know something about the subject already then I could do 32 arti... Insurance Professionals: Are Good Writing Skills Required? By : Elizabeth Newberry Are good writing skills required of insurance professionals? That is an interesting question. If good writing skills are not required of most insurance professionals, they should be. As an insurance professional, you have not just set up a stand on the corner of the block. You are not just calling out to passers-by to purchase your insurance policies. True, you are selling a product, but the product you are selling comes with a lot of “the written word” – especially before th... Article Writing Secrets: Where Do I Get Ideas? By : Lisa Sparks Where Do I Get Ideas? That's the most common question I get from fellow writers looking to break into article marketing. The truth? Steal them. Yes, you literally steal ideas and twist them a bit to make them fresh – make them yours. That leads to another question, how do you make old ideas yours so that they're fresh, new and – dare I say – revolutionary? Actually, it's not as tough as you may think. Here's a quick and easy formula I use for turning old content i... Content Or Passion: Balance In The Writing Journey By : Scott Lindsay Is it better to participate in content writing or write for magazine publication? The above question is actually multifaceted and can help you determine the overall thrust of your freelance writing career. It has been estimated that a writer will need to pen a million words before a publisher is likely to accept their first work. That means a lot of rejection slips. So, does that imply that content writing is preferred to the crafting of a book or magazine article? ... There’s Always A Critic By : Scott Lindsay Have you ever had anyone criticize your writing? Maybe they were just having a bad day. After all some people just can’t seem to say anything nice. Not everyone is comfortable with criticism, but there may be times when it provides just what you need to move forward in your writing. There is a man that’s been called the “Simon Cowell of Christian Publishing”. A few quotes from Chip MacGregor might allow you to see that he’s far from being the touchy-feely type. The foll... Just Write: Wherever You Are By : Scott Lindsay There was a time when you needed to relocate if you wanted to become a successful writer. In essence you went where the work was. The Internet has opened a whole new world for writers. The idea of telecommuting has become a welcome component to the mechanism of freelance. Today you can sit in a kitchen in Iowa and write for a publication based in the heart of New York. You can write for a firm in Australia from the comfort of your home office in Ontario. You can also wr... Greeting Cards: For In-Between Freelancing By : Scott Lindsay "U.S. consumers purchase approximately 7 billion greeting cards each year, generating nearly $7.5 billion in retail sales." * Have you ever wondered who actually writes all of those greeting cards you purchase? Sure there are staff writers who may develop themes and specific greeting cards. However, there are numerous freelance writers who have received checks for the use of one or more of their greeting card ideas. "There are an estimated 3,000 greeting card publishers... The Most Important Rule Of Writing By : Deanna Mascle - I just finished a set of conferences with my students which inspired me to write about the most important rule of writing -- writing is a process. So many of difficulties struggling writers face occur when they ignore this simple rule. Once you embrace the fact that writing is a process rather than an event, once you recognize that the more time you give the process to work the better, then not only will writing be easier you will also write better. Writing is a process... The Dirty Little Writing Secret Everyone Hates To Admit By : Deanna Mascle - Many struggling writers come to me asking what they can do to improve their writing. They continually face problems with sentence and paragraph structure as well as surface errors such as spelling, grammar, and punctuation. They know the basic rules of English and can often be very effective helping other writers revise their work but somehow manage to overlook the errors in their own drafts. It is a common problem and the solution is a dirty little secret among writers. I... The Perfect Freelance Writer By : Scott Lindsay "Careers, like rockets, don't always take off on schedule. The key is to keep working the engines." - Gary Sinese If you pay close attention to the words and inferences of some who use freelance writers you will see that freelancers must be superhuman. The Top Ten Signs you Have Found a Perfect Freelance Writer 1) They are never too busy to work on my project. 2) They are always efficient enough to have the project completed yesterday. 3) They are willing to write ... The One You Love To Hate By : Scott Lindsay Many of the best stories in fiction have both an antagonist and a protagonist. The protagonist is the main character or hero that we cheer on and hope conquers all. The antagonist is the story’s villain. The best bad guys are the ones we love to hate. We don’t need to know why they are bad, we don’t need a play by play of the choices they made early in life, we simply recognize they are bad and we don’t want them to win. A story can operate without an antagonist; how... The Banned Narrator-Are You An Epistolary Novelist? By : Scott Lindsay Do you like to write letters to those who have meant something to you? Do people like receiving your letters? Have others said they always look forward to your letters? If you answered yes to any of the above questions you could be an Epistolary Novelist. This novel approach to fiction writing is unique in that the entire novel is composed with letters written between main characters or a solitary writer. One of the classic Epistolary Novels in Christian fiction is t... Great Technical Writing: Banish These Two Attitudes By : Barry Millman Overview Incomplete User Documents disappoint your Readers. Two attitudes of many Technical Writers result in incomplete User Documents. These two attitudes are: . "Everyone Knows That", and . "The User Can Figure It Out" This article describes these attitudes and presents methods for overcoming them. The result is more effective User Documents and more satisfied Users. 1. "Everyone Knows That" The "Everyone Knows That" attitude makes assumptions about your ... One Dimensional Writing-Using First Person Perspective By : Scott Lindsay When an author decides to write fiction one the primary methods of storytelling is through a first person perspective. For many writers this is the most comfortable manner of storytelling. In a first person narrative the reader is allowed to relate to the story one dimensionally. The story is presented to the reader from the viewpoint of a character in the story. The narrator might be the main character attempting to relate their own story. The story might also be told fro... Who's Telling The Story? By : Scott Lindsay The point of view in any story is important because it provides a guide to manage the execution of your story. Most works of fiction use one point of view although a second perspective can be brought into the story for a short period of time. Third Person Perspective is the most common method of conveying a work of fiction. This method allows the narrator to have at least limited omniscience. The narrator has limited access to the knowledge and feelings of the characters i... Tips For Selecting The Right Editing Service By : Trevor Marshall Everyone needs to have his work edited even once in his life. An editing company can polish the work of a beginner, improve the writing of a mediocre or average writer and proofread the work of an expert with an unbiased eye. Theres nothing shameful about having an editing company look over your college entrance essay or manuscript since its almost impossible to be completely objective when revising ones work; what is shameful is when youve gone all the trouble to hire one... A Work In Context - The Paradigm By : Scott Lindsay A paradigm has been described as “A set of assumptions, concepts, values, and practices that constitutes a way of viewing reality for the community that shares them.” Each writer comes at their work with a certain paradigm at work. Each writer will write with a set of assumptions about the world around them, they will subconsciously include concepts and values they find imperative. In the broadest perspective possible each writer will express their worldview in some form o... First Time Novelist Faux Pau By : Scott Lindsay Those who venture into fiction writing often fall prey to certain avoidable, yet highly normal faux pau's with their first book. Many of these novels are grand experiments. Often chapters unfold without advance direction or character notebook, sometimes there is a multitude of point of view shifts and there is often a desire to try to pack as much into the story as possible. One of the key difficulties for new novelists is to track down inconsistencies in their work. Fo... Are You Talking To Me? By : Scott Lindsay In poetic literature you will often find a poem that seems to be inviting the reader to participate in an adventure or a love story. The use of ‘you’ is evident in the poetry, but in most cases the reader understands that the poem is written to a third party and the author is simply allowing you the opportunity to read these moments of intimate conversation. Possessives in poetry, marked by an apostrophe, are a way to understand that the poem is written for and to another ... Important Resources For Writers By : Joe Goertz Many believe that they can become a writer if they were given the chance. However, it is not as easy as some people would like to believe to be a writer. For the most part the life of a writer is difficult and stressful. Getting noticed by the publishing community is nearly impossible and your book must be prolific and unique to even shake a possible publishing deal from an agent. The main problem that people have when they begin writing is the fact that they do not know w... The Exercise Of Emulation By : Scott Lindsay A writing exercise that is helpful in learning a very specific style of writing is called Emulation. This is done to match the style of a specific author. In essence, you create an entirely new passage using an existing passage as your guide. For example if you wanted to try to write in the same manner as the Psalmist you might copy a passage of Scripture… Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Kno... That’s A Hyperbolic Understatement If I Ever Heard One By : Scott Lindsay There are at least sixty different types of rhetorical devices in English literature. The English language is an odd mixture of truth and symbolism and most often exhibits this propensity in the form of various figures of speech. Of all the types of symbolic or rhetorical devices used, hyperbole is the most common. The use of hyperbole may remind you of William Shatner and his propensity to overact. Worsley Online School asked visitors to come up with examples of hyperbole... Readers: Are They Involved? By : Scott Lindsay There are two specific, yet lofty goals writers strive for every time they commit words to paper. That goal is to write in such a way as to draw their readers into the written word. If this goal is in fictional writing the author wants the reader to become so absorbed in the story that they are both satisfied, yet sad to see the story end. If this goal is in non-fiction the writer accomplishes the objective by relating details in a way that leaves the reader interested ... Poetry: An Exercise In Emotion And Vulnerability By : Scott Lindsay “[Henry David] Thoreau is a keen and delicate observer of nature - a genuine observer - which, I suspect, is almost as rare a character as even an original poet; and Nature, in return for his love, seems to adopt him as her especial child, and shows him secrets which few others are allowed to witness.” – Nathaniel Hawthorne (Journal entry, September 1, 1842) Most of the greatest poets were not recognized for their work until they had long been laid to rest. Many suffered g... The Sweet Taste Of Success By : Scott Lindsay Writers are an interesting breed of humanity – they can make us feel joy, sadness, anger and empathy. Sometimes they can cause us to feel all these emotions simultaneously. There are certainly more lucrative methods of gaining an income, yet everyday thousands of individuals will sit down at their keyboard pounding out a story that may never actually be published. There is a creative energy required to create a meaningful story. It is hard to invest that energy into a s... Writing Advice From The Experts Part #1 By : Scott Lindsay One must be drenched in words, literally soaked in them, to have the right ones form themselves into the proper pattern at the right moment. - Hart Crane Some of the best advice for writers in the 21st century comes from those who have seen their successes and offer advice from their own experience. Let’s draw from that brain trust. On Writing Well Show don't tell. - Henry James Don't say the old lady screamed -- bring her on and let her scream. - Mark Twain Cu... Writing Advice From The Experts Part #2 By : Scott Lindsay The most valuable of talents is never using two words when one will do. - Thomas Jefferson There are many books that provide tips and guidance for publishing success. This series of articles takes you directly to a trusted source of wisdom – established authors. The hope is the experiences they have encountered will assist you in your writing objectives. On Editing There is but one art, to omit! - Robert Louis Stevenson A sentence should contain no unnecessary wor... Writing Advice From The Experts Part #3 By : Scott Lindsay You must be prepared to work always without applause. - Ernest Hemingway Much of the wisdom available from established authors may be surprising in it’s honesty and straightforward nature. The reason this is likely true is the authors in question have had enough success that there is no need to candy coat the truths they have discovered in their experience. This is the final article in this series. On Learning the Art of Writing I learned to write by listening to peo... Who's Speaking: Choosing A Narrator's Voice By : Scott Lindsay Have you given much thought to the voice of your narrator? Perhaps you assumed the narrator in your novel should remain neutral. Many writers believe that the narrator should have little in the way of identity and the use of a narrator is essentially a necessary means of moving the story from one scene to the next. It may come as a surprise to learn that your narrator can, and SHOULD, have a distinctive voice. The narrator should be used to do more than simply take the rea... Thesaurus: Word Roulette By : Scott Lindsay There is some beautiful literary styles that thrive on the repeated use of words and phrases. The language is poetic and beautiful. This, however, is not an article that encourages the use of repeated words. Unless you are writing in a style that demands the use of repetition it may be in your best interest to read through your text and determine if a word or phrase is overused. Example: Bad The purpose of this exercise is to find the purpose of the repeated use o... Practically Perfect Proofreading And Other Editing Myths By : Scott Lindsay One of the difficulties a writer faces is reviewing their work in an attempt to locate all errors. There are generally two forces that work against a writer who attempts to ensure their work is error-free. 1. Being too close to the work you have difficulty concentrating on the writing. 2. You know what you want to say so it is possible you read over mistakes simply because your mind only sees your impression of the article. In order to be effective in proofreading yo... Factors To Consider While Writing Your Resume By : Claire Quaty There are a few fundamental things you need to remember while writing your resume. It should be neat, without any spelling or grammar mistakes, and it should be pleasing to the eye at first glance. This means that you shall never start your resume on brightly colored paper. White paper is best and your printer or copier ribbon should be dark. It’s important to consider what your most favorable qualities are. Although every job is different, there are some aspects of your e... Great Technical Writing: Beware Of Your Editor/love Your Editor By : Barry Millman Overview Your editor should be an integral part of your writing team. Do not think of him/her as a judge, but rather as a resource to help you in all phases of the writing project. This article will help you overcome any fear of your editor, and how to effectively use your editor during the writing process. Beware of Your Editor Some of the changes that an editor might suggest could make the User Document more difficult for your Reader to understand. Improving You... What Gets A Book To The Top Of The Bestseller List? By : Dee Power The business of books is big business with 172,000 new titles released in 2005 and sales in the United States of about $40 billion. But what makes a book successful? Are there any common characteristics that can spur on sales? As part of the research for "The Making of a Bestseller" Dee Power and Brian Hill, the authors, surveyed over 100 editors and agents to answer those questions. Previous Success is the Key Indicator of Future Success Editors and agents are in ag... How To Write Good Articles By : Jonathan White As a writer you may be ready to cash in on the need for web content. There is a lot of money that can be made through content writing if you know what web publishers are looking for in high quality content. If you are a very versatile writer you will find that you can actually make content writing your full time job! The new trend of article marketing has writers very excited because webmasters all over the Internet are hungry for talented writers who can’t pump out the high ... Why And How To Write Articles By : Denise Hamilton When it comes to SEO and a stream of long term traffic to your site there really is only one way to go. Articles are the best way to ensure that you have constant links to your site circling the web with a one time only input from yourself. And the best thing about article writing is that it doesn’t cost you a penny – in any currency. Here’s how it works: -make a list of the things that you know enough about to be able to write a helpful and informative article on. ... Why Should I Submit Articles To An Article Directory By : David Fishman Submitting articles to an article directory is a decision more and more people are making everyday. With the great increase in blogging sites and personal websites promoting articles the need for new written material increases by the minute. Article directories enable website owners’ easy access to hundreds and thousands of articles they can add to their website pages. With new articles comes new viewer interest and reader traffic. These owners are smart and are already us... All The Tired Horsepowers By : Steve May Hearing of the massive layoffs in the local car factories erodes a bit the certainties of future and furthers the perception that things aren’t quite the same anymore. So much for the lessons of my youth that once spoke of a surety of workable lifetimes plus a pension fades as the corporate cut away for the leanness of times. Gone are those workplaces that guarantee a place for generations. One is forced to consider what may fall into place for awhile since no longer can one ... Red Light Opportunity By : Steve May Shuffling along the sidewalk with no place to go neither time to be of a concern, I was trying to think of what to do today. Making my way slowly down this avenue of congress of this capital city I already had a free meal at the eleven o’clock serving. As I strolled under the tall buildings casting shadows across the workers of commerce scurrying their way between the doors of the high structures I remembered what day of the week it was. Today was the day I could give plasma... Great Technical Writing: The Two-edged Sword Of Reader Experience By : Barry Millman Overview When we write User Documents we rely on our Reader's/User's experience to simplify our work. This can cause problems for the Reader. This article will discuss the effects of Reader experience and how to minimize the negative effects of incompatible experience, and how to handle the writer's assumptions about the Reader. Writer's Benefits: Relying on Reader Experience When we write, we rely on our Reader's experience to give us a "starting point" for our User... Notches By : Steve May When the verdict was read my client smiled broadly and rapidly turned toward me and shook my hand vigorously and patted my shoulder at the same time. His quickness of movement surprised me and as I stared into his smiling eyes and I saw no relief, only gladness. He again reacted when he saw my look and darted his eyes upward as if to thank the ceiling. He brought his gaze back down as open eyed innocence. “Thank you much, counselor, thanks to you very much!” This time he s... Write For You - A Reader Focused Writing Primer By : Dave Davis You want to write better, more engaging articles and content right? You want to get your message across and you want your call to action….actioned right? I am no writing expert, but I can tell you one thing, the secret to writing better starts with one tiny word….. YOU! Your readers (And maybe your potential clients/customers) read what you have written for a reason. They read because they want to gain something from it. THEY want to gain something. They are not interested... How To Write And Publish Your Own Book By : Chris Angus There are great rewards when writing a book for the first time. There is a great sense of accomplishment by the individual person once they have a complete manuscript in their hand. The other reward is obviously money; if you write a good book that is marketed correctly you will receive a reward. Depending on how well you market your book will depend on the size of the pay cheque. The first step to writing a good book is…Writing the book. Start on your computer or w... Easy Steps To Get Past Writers Block By : Jeffrey Dorrian Overcoming writer’s block has so many prescribed cures that seem like witches’ brew, you may as well be trying to get rid of hiccups. My favorite remedy is “just write anything.” If I were to follow this advice when I’m stuck in a frustrating blank stare moment, my page would be filled with expletives that would be of no use to anyone, including Lenny Bruce. If you have no idea of what to say on any given subject, you do not have writer’s block, you have a lack of knowledg... World Of Article Directories By : Roel Sundiam Every article that is found in the internet is categorized into article directories, painfully, in such a way that it is easily accessible by the person who is searching for the relevant information. It is after all the prime goal for the conceptualization of internet where sharing information over the internationally connected network was vital to the growth of the human race and also towards a better-coordinated understanding of our planet. Article directories are the sourc... Articles And SEO By : Roel Sundiam The terminology buzz these days seems to be filled with quite a lot of stuff that keep up with the pace of development over the internet. Articles and SEO are the latest in the line to be talked about in the same breath as that of search engines and the like. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization and it is the mantra in web design. Articles and SEO rank top priority in that order when designing a webpage. The website ranking in search engine results is manipulated using d... What Are Articles By : Roel Sundiam The literature explains articles to be a collection of words written in neat paragraphs on particular topics. Articles are basically written to give a glimpse of the topics that are discussed. There are millions of articles that are found on the web once you start searching for it. The best example would be searching for information. When you go into a particular website to search for a topic that you would like to have more information on, you type in the work in the search ... Interview With Howard Shapiro, A Children Book Author By : Py Kim Conant I nterviewed Howard Shapiro on October 24 2006 Q: What are you working on now? At the moment I am marketing my Hanukkah book for the 2nd year and trying to get my anti-bullying book into schools, foundations etc. After the first of the year, I am planning to start work on my third book "Hockey Day's" which I hope to have out in October, 2007. Q: Tell us about your two books? My first book was published in October, 2005. It is called "Hanukkah Counts Too!" and the ... How Spelling And Grammar Is Important For Good Article By : Roel Sundiam The articles are the life and bread of a website that is dealing with traffic for revenue generation. The quality articles will be responsible for the traffic on the website. There is also another side to this where you can change the fortunes by simple adding a few keywords to the otherwise seemingly normal article to make it more innovative. But to do that we need to address that elusive question in how spelling and grammar is important for a good article to be written. ... How To Write An Interesting Article? By : Roel Sundiam Articles are defined as small pieces of information that appear in periodicals like magazines, newspapers and more recently in websites. They provide insiders information or very in-depth information about a particular topic. The question that needs to be answered is how to write an interesting article? An interesting article is not an easy task to undertake because it is quite tricky to define the word interesting in the broadest sense. Some things may be interesting and app... Sylvia Browne: Short Bio And Audio Books By : David Rehem Sylvian Browne's Bio Sylvia Browne is a self-proclaimed medium and psychic from Kansas City, Missouri. She was born in 1936, started her career as a psychic in 1973, and founded the Nirvana Foundation for Psychic Research. Browne has now authored several books on spirituality (published in paperback and audio), and has been regularly featured on The Montel Williams Show. She has also made her appearances on TV shows such as Larry King Live, Montel, Unsolved Mysteries, a...
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