When you think of transformation, what images come to mind? Perhaps a caterpillar becoming a butterfly, or a classic rags-to-riches tale. Transformation can mean a thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance, or a metamorphosis during the life cycle of an...
As writers, we frequently work with editors, clients, and other writers. But as much as we collaborate, there aren’t many tools to help us do it well. Everyone can relate to the frustrations of using Microsoft Word’s Track Changes function or the challenge...
When can you call yourself a writer? This is an important question in every writer’s life. At what moment in time can you actually refer to yourself as a writer? But even the very question itself is deceiving, because there are actually two questions here: When can...
In December 2011, I quit my job and started blogging for a living. I blogged on a freelance basis for a variety of clients, eventually snagging rates of $150+ per hour. However, over the past few months I have switched over to a subcontracting business model, where I...
So you have a brilliant manuscript and you want to get published. Now what? If you want to be published the “traditional” way, savvy TWL readers probably know the next step is finding an agent, but things can get a little murky after that. What happens once your agent...
The realities of freelance writing can be daunting, and sometimes the challenges of creating a writing business can seem insurmountable. There has to be an easier way! Luckily, there is: aim low. Let’s take a closer look at strategies that diminish your chances of...
You’ve been working hard on your book, crafting your characters, creating the plot arc, developing scenes and providing structure for your story. It’s all coming together. The story flows, your beta readers love it, the editor has clarified your prose and the book...
Ahh, the freedom of freelancing. You set your own hours. You work on your own terms — within the scope of client deadlines and expectations, of course. You… …You… …Oops. Sorry — just had to check out the latest Grumpy Cat meme on...
Publishing an ebook is a daunting task — so daunting many writers keep their brilliant messages to themselves rather than attempt to navigate the publishing process. What if I told you it’s not as hard as you think? That it doesn’t have to take as long as you...
When people hear that you work from home, their response is typically positive. They say, “Wow! You’re so lucky!” or “You must love that!” The truth is, working from home can be great… and it can also be a disaster. Picture this: You rolled out of bed at 7:47 a.m. for...
