“A Venn diagram of zookeeper, therapist, travel agent and friend. Publicists have the incredible privilege of being with an author through the most intense part of the publishing process—having this deeply private, solo project launched into the public spotlight—and it’s a very emotional and intimate relationship. On a practical level this means, e.g., I’ve sent […]
When searching for an editor, keep in mind that journal editors and book editors have different skill sets. Be sure you choose the editor that fits your publication type. Typically, academic journals have strict conformity rules. The articles are shaped to a specific format, and the editing is usually done on a tight deadline. Journal […]
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“If you could give people one piece of advice to prep them for entering a bookstore, what would it be? “Any bookstore, or mine? OK. Two answers: “1. Any bookstore: The person behind that counter/shelving that book/cleaning that cat box is a human being with feelings. So is everyone in service. It takes less effort […]
Each morning for the past week at work, you find a Post-it note that has been placed on your desk that reads, “Why did you do it?” You talk to your boss, the night cleaning crew, and your co-workers. No one seems to know who is putting the note there or why, so you decide […]
The main clause of a sentence is the independent part of the sentence that can stand on its own as a complete sentence. Below are two main clauses in the form of simple sentences. Example I forgot to get the mail. I asked Dave to pick it up. The same two main clauses can sometimes […]
The 2021 Be a Better Freelancer conference was three days of sessions orchestrated by April Michelle Davis, executive director of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors, and Ruth Thaler-Carter, founder of Communication Central. A lineup of your fellow industry speakers, such as Laura Briggs, Nicole Evelina, and Jake Poinier, are representative of the […]
There are a variety of services that freelance professionals can offer. Sometimes, clients contacting these professionals do not know exactly what services their manuscripts really need. Therefore, freelance professionals need to be knowledgeable in services, including those they do not offer, so they can educate and direct the client to the appropriate professional. In Editing […]
Cold calling can be a great way to find new clients. Often, publishers respect the fact that you took the time to look them up and make contact. When cold calling, be sure to introduce yourself and give your area of expertise. Then simply ask if that publisher hires freelancers. If the answer is yes, […]
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