Archive for May, 2006
« Previous Entries Tuesday, May 30th, 2006Getting the Most for your Money at a Writer’s Conference - Part 2
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NETWORK
Writers get very few opportunities to network in their everyday life. We spend countless hours alone with our computers and notebooks. Now is your chance to mix and mingle […]
Water - the Writer’s Diet Trap of the Week
by Bethany Klug, DO
This week’s diet trap is water. Too often, I get absorbed researching or crafting an article. The next thing I know an hour has passed and I haven’t drunk any water. Lack of water affects my energy level and mental clarity most. But it’s essential for detoxification, regular […]
Observing Memorial Day
Did you know that Memorial Day started after the Civil War?
Join the National Moment of Remembrance today by observing a minute of silence and reflection at 3:00 p.m. (local time) in honor of those who died protecting our freedom.
Tags: Memorial Day—Writers for Hire—Food tips–Gourmet Food—Three Angels–Lieurance Group
Basic Steak Rub
by Suzanne Lieurance
As the owner of the Three Angels Gourmet Co. I post daily food tips, recipes, and other information about food at our company blog, so I thought I’d share one of my favorite recipes with you for Memorial Day, in case you’ll be grilling outside with friends and family tomorrow.
You may have noticed […]
Is It Real?
by Lisa Harkrader
Before I write a story, I spend a lot of time developing the setting. One question always comes up: Should this story occur in a real place actually found on a map? Or would the story be better served if I made up a fictional setting? Here are some pros and cons of […]
Getting the Most for Your Money at a Writer’s Conference
(Part 1 of a 2 part article)by Renee Kirchner
Any writer serious about the craft of writing should plan to attend a writer’s conference. A writer’s conference is a place where writers, editors and agents gather to share information and experiences with others who share their common interests. Conferences can differ greatly in cost, duration, and […]
Writing a Synopsis to Sell
By Diane E. Samson
Most writers would confess that they’d rather write another novel than have to write the dreaded synopsis, a summary of the novel that agents and publishers often want to see along with sample chapters.
Just mention the word and many writers cringe as their minds race with questions. How long should it be? […]
Writer’s Diet Trap of the Week
by Bethany Klug, DO
Freelance writing takes discipline. As Lieurance Group writer Renee Kirchner wrote last week, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wasting precious writing time. Don’t let your diet trap you into wasting time with scattered and foggy thinking. Instead, eat to support your creativity, mental clarity and discipline. […]
Perk Up Marketing Pieces With Photo Enhancements
by Kammy Thurman - AnchorCreative.comcopywriter/designer/creative consultant
The ease of desktop publishing and image editing tools has encouraged more and more businesses to include photos in their marketing materials. These tools can make a world of difference for less-than-perfect photography — and turn a corporate mug shot into a creative portrait.
Today, I’ll discuss how to use enhancement […]
LIVE "Writing for Children" Workshop Today!
If you’d like to learn to write for children, don’t miss my “Writing for Children” workshop at University Of Masters offered the first and third Thursday of each month.
Today at 11:00 Pacific Time, I’ll be taping the second session of this two-part workshop and I’d love to have some participants take part in this […]