How And Why You Should Think Like A Tabloid Writer-

Ever wonder why even though you write very professionally, you still aren't getting the results you want? Meanwhile every time you go to the corner store, you see that the tabloids with the craziest new gossip and rumors are almost literally flying off the racks? What gives? Here's a clue: the headlines of a magazine are responsible for 99 percent of its sales. And by taking some time to learn their secrets, you can see a definite increase in results.

The Match Game: Finding the Right Editor

Setting out to find the right editor for your manuscript puts you on the road to feeling confident you’ve got a good match. To help in your search for find the right editor, get ready for a checklist of questions that a potential editor could ask you.

Keep or Cut? The Discipline of Knowing What to Leave Out When Writing Speeches and Articles

What is one of the hardest-yet most important-disciplines to have when preparing a speech, presentation, briefing or writing an article or report? It's the discipline of knowing what to leave out. And not just knowing, but actually doing.

Humanity

It's hard to define the word Humanity or kindness but it has a great meaning. We come across it in our every day to day life. It sometimes happen that we come across a incident and it touches us and remains fresh in our memory lifelong.

Do Low-Paying Freelance Gigs Ever Turn into Higher-Paying Gigs?

Many freelancers, whether they be writers, graphic designers, web designers, etc., will consider lower-paying assignments in hopes that they will turn into higher-paying gigs. And, this can happen, if you make the low-paying gigs work for you in the following ways:

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Where to Start - the FADE IN

Writers often don't know where to start. It's easy. It's called a Fade In and it's another word for context. Start with the context. In Straw Dogs (1971), we open with shots of a tiny village in England. In Brokeback Mountain (2005), the first scene sets the context - Ennis is a cowboy in cowboy country.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): The Significance of the Sword

The Sword is a tangible. In Brokeback Mountain (2005), it is Ennis' and Jack's reunion. It is also an Expansion of Consciousness and, in Brokeback Mountain (2005), is represented by Alma seeing Ennis kiss Jack.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Analysis of the Ordinary Self

This is another word for context. In Bonnie and Clyde (1967), photos of 20’s and text explain when Bonnie and Clyde were born and that they were vicious criminals.

Are You an Angry, Frustrated Freelance Writer?

As a freelance writer, it's very easy to become discouraged. Discouragement can lead to anger and frustration, which can stall your career - without you even realizing it. Following are signs to look for, and specific things you can do to get back on track.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Freedom to Live - a New Self

Part of the Freedom to Live is a New Self. In Brokeback Mountain (2005), junior has a new car.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Celebrating the Crossing

Celebrating the Physical Crossing A celebration marks the Crossing into the World of the Transformation. In Bonnie and Clyde (1967), Bonnie isn't worried that they've shot someone, she's happy about it (in the cinema).

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Apotheosis

It is the breaking out of previous restraints and restrictions. In the Godfather (1972), Don Corleone gives his word not to break the peace, but Michael doesn't.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Final Catharses

Many of the most successful stories end with multiple catharses (often four or more). Brokeback Mountain (2005) is no different. a) Catharsis 1: Ennis’ postcard is returned marked deceased...

Writing 101: Can You Write A Joke?

Can you write a joke? Starting from an existing joke might help. We’ll give it a try with five bar jokes. Then it's your turn!

7 Steps To Keeping Up With Technology

It is virtually impossible to be a full-time freelance writer without being computer literate. Moreover, it is becoming impossible to sustain yourself in this business unless you are on-line, with e-mail, both home and away. There are things that will be expected of you as a businessperson. Here are some steps you should take, if you are to meet those expectations.