Writing For Money on the Internet - An Ideal Means of Living
Writing for money is something that has been done for quite a very long time already. You earn for writing in magazines, newspapers, writing a book, a novel, an article, a story, a manual, technical writing in various types of technical books, etc. The venues for writing are endless. However, writing in the internet as a means of living is relatively new. It however seem to be one of, if not the most lucrative writing job (unless you are a J.K. Rowling) today. It is not only high-paying, it is also quite simple. What makes this possible? Below are some of the reasons for the sudden popularity of online writing:
Big Market - there are millions upon millions of websites in the internet that require continuous communications and updated contents in their sites to attract visitors as their means of livelihood. Majority of these online sites cannot handle the tremendous need to fill up and update all the articles and contents of their sites and are more than willing to pay others to do it for them. This is why there are also many websites that hire online writers to do articles, e-books, essays, sales copies, blogs or whatever may be required by their sites.
Simple Qualifications - Due to the simplicity of the needs and requirements of most of these online sites, joining is really easy and write ups are accepted and paid without much fuss. This is why many wanted to join and many are also accepted. Writing experience is not even a necessity as long as you have a good command of the English grammar and your articles are clear and concise. Most of these websites however will require deadlines and you should therefore be able to meet them otherwise, you can be penalized with deductions from your pay.
Can be Done Regardless of Location - The beauty of writing for money online is that it can be done whichever part of he globe you are in. The website may be based in Africa and the writer in the United States but the later can still contribute his writings and be paid for it through various payment methods such as PayPal. This opens the business to a very large market, the world.
The Need for a Human Touch - Writing in the internet and websites can only be done effectively by humans, not computers. Otherwise, computers would have done it a long time ago. Their incapacity to do it however opened doors for many people to gain lucrative money making jobs from the internet including writing online.
Given the abovementioned reason, it comes as no wonder why writing for money online has become a very popular endeavor for more and more people. They appreciate the opportunity to work in their own time at their own pace without any superiors. Try it yourself and you may just find out that this is the type of job for you. You may find fulfillment and self expression in writing and earn a lot in the process.
Writing A Newspaper Article - 8 Steps For Jumpstarting Your Career in writing News Articles
Are you an aspiring journalist? Do you want to start a career in writing news articles? Do you want to see your name published on reputable newspapers? Then, let me help you increase your chances of making it top on this field.
Here's how you can jumpstart your career in newspaper article writing:
1. First thing to do is to prove yourself. Publishers will not hire you unless you can convince them that you're the perfect person for the job and that you deserve their trust. So, before sending your application, make a name for yourself first. You can do this by sending articles to newspapers for free. Yes, you will not gain monetary rewards for doing so but you can increase your chances of getting published. These can make your portfolio more impressive.
2. Be determined. Here's the truth; being a journalist isn't easy. It will take a lot of patience, determination, perseverance, and long hours before you can get a decent story. If you want to stay on top of the game, you must remove the word "give up" on your vocabulary. You must know how to "fight" for your story and how you can make an article about it.
3. Early bird catches the worm. Strive to be the first one on the scene. Sometimes, this would mean getting up as early as 2:30 am to cover stories. But don't worry as your effort will pay off. You see, being the first one to write about a particular story will help you easily get recognized in this field.
4. Be professional. Keep in mind that you're representing the newspaper that you're writing for anywhere you go. So, it's a must that you project a professional image. Dress appropriately and act professional when doing interviews and research. Choose the words that you're going to use all the time.
5. Practice a little PR. You need to build as many connections with different people as possible. These includes not only your fellow journalists but also people who might be able to give you the information you need for your stories like policemen, people who are working in the government, etc. These people can give you exclusive information that can turn into explosive news articles.
6. Develop a strong work ethic. Impress the people that you're working for by being a good employee. Always show up on time, maintain professional demeanor at all times, always be positive, and take initiative. Also, honor your commitments and make sure that you always do your job really, really well.
7. Be passionate about your job. This is one thing that can surely help you succeed in this field. Make sure that you have the right reasons for writing your articles. It's not good if you're only doing this to make money. You see, when you love what you're doing, you are most likely to produce great results.
8. Listen to seasoned journalists. Pay attention to those people who are considered gurus in this field. Take their tips seriously. Get to know the elements that made them successful. It is only through this that you'll be able to follow their footsteps. About the Author
Sean Mize teaches coaches, consultants, and small business owners how to package their knowledge and sell it at a high price. Internet Marketing
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. Since the Internet is a device of connectivity it also allows for immediate feedback in ways standard publishing cannot offer.
Essentially the web has created a means for someone who has not been discovered to find an audience who is interested in what they have to say.
For some, a blog is intended to be private in that they do not promote the blog for mass consumption, however with the growth of blogging it has become more difficult to ensure your blog will remain essentially a private journal.
As Eric Schmidt pointed out, blogging has become a form of self-publishing. In this case the author becomes the editor and publisher and has total artistic control. The use of Google Adsense can also provide residual income to help pay for any costs associated with your blog.
A blog can be very useful to a writer. It provides an outlet for regular writing, but it also allows people who enjoy your work to take in your regular posts and feel a greater connection to you. Some random blog-thought has been transformed by their owners into long form articles and stories.
"At its best, blogging is all about change. The format suits writers who want to move fast." - Naomi Darvell
Many blogging sites allow the use of photographs and audio. For instance, if you had a book signing you could use photos from the event in the body of your blog. If you have a recording of a portion of your book that you are authorized to rebroadcast it also can be placed in your blog. Links can be provided to encourage visitors to check out similar blogs by other writing friends - and best of all a blog can assist visitors in finding where they may find other work you've produced along with information on how to purchase any available books you may have.
People who enjoy reading blogs will find a circle of blogs that entertain, inspire, and make them think or laugh. Having a blog that is tied into a personal website can go a long way in connecting with those who may already have an appreciation for your work.
About the Author
Scott Lindsay is a web developer and entrepreneur. He is the founder of FaithWriters (http://www.faithwriters.com) and many other web projects. FaithWriters has grown to become one of the largest online destinations for Christian writers. Please visit the website at: http://www.faithwriters.com
One of the core conflicts for creative artists of all kinds is the tug-of-war between art and commerce. Frankly, an artist needs to make money, and it is preferable to make it from his craft.
A writer who must work a full-time job to support himself will struggle to find the time to work, and often eventually gives it up altogether. On the other hand, being able to write on any project at all can polish valuable skills, and teach one the rules of the publishing industry.
On the other hand, I’ve met writers who were clearly working on projects, or toiling away at a career, that was burning out their souls. I remember meeting one such writer. His business card read “freelance hack and literary mechanic.” Sadly, but not entirely unexpectedly, he was dead of alcoholism within a year.
How to avoid such burnout? Well, in my own career, in addition writing the books I cared about the most, I’ve written Batman comic books, a Star Trek novel, and a Star Wars tie-in. In my television career, in addition to writing for “Outer Limits” and “The Twilight Zone,” I also wrote four episodes of “Baywatch”(!)
And never for a moment did I feel that I was selling myself out. Let’s get something straight: Shakespeare wrote for money. One can keep a careful eye on the bank account, and still reach the heights of craft. But again, how?
In my own case, the answer is fairly simple. Envision the thought process like this: I draw two circles. In the first, is everything I would like to write (and there are always dozens of projects in the mental hopper!). In the second is everything someone else is willing to pay me for. Where the two circles overlap, I write. In other words, are there projects I’d love to write, but can’t get paid for? You bet, and I generally don’t write them unless they are quite short. And there are projects that producers or publishers might want me to do, but don’t touch my heart at all. Having learned through experience that there are limits to my creative flexibility, I turn those down.
But from time to time, an opportunity arises that is in the no-man’s-land between the circles. There is money, but the project isn’t exactly something you have ever considered writing. What then?
Then, you ask yourself if the project is something that you could be proud of. If you would read it, or respect someone who did. For instance, when my agent called and said that the producers of “Baywatch” wanted to talk to me, I had the office send over six hours of video on the show. I sat on the living room couch and watched them with my daughter, who was about six at the time. After a few episodes, I asked her what she thought. She liked it. I asked why. She said: “Because it’s about nice people working hard to make the beach safe for us.” I thought about it, and then replied, “you know? There are worse things than that in this world, by a long shot.” And decided to try writing for it.
Every show, every project has its limitations. You must use certain characters, must get them into certain kinds of situations, and must avoid certain topics. That can be restrictive, but you can also decide to take it as a challenge. After all, you could give Fred Astaire a stage of any kind, and props of any kind, and he would find a way to create dance. Should you be committed to a lesser level of skill and vision? No.
You must find ways to amuse yourself while writing, to stretch your skills by trying something you’ve never done before, by empathizing with a younger audience if necessary—never ever writing “down” to your audience. That is the death of art. But if you can be truly flexible, you’ll find that more doors are open to you, more opportunities arise, and that brass ring comes around more often. A writer ready to leap at any opportunity to show his skill, and who finds it easy to fall in love with about a project will often out-perform a brittle “genius” who must have everything exactly his way in order to write.
And if that approach is good enough for the Bard, it’s good enough for me.
Obtain Public Relations in Newspapers and Magazines: 5 Reasons Why You Should Do It!
Gaining national or local media exposure for your company, products or services in print is one of the most valuable ways to secure consumer interest in your business. While many companies turn to advertising (a costly road to go down) many overlook the power (and more cost effective nature) of Public Relations and especially the power of newspaper and magazine PR.
Have you ever picked up a national newspaper or industry trade magazine and seen one of your competitors featured in an article and thought "Should my company be doing this? What is the value to having my company featured in an article like this?" The answer to the first question is: yes, you should ABSOLUTELY be trying to get coverage for your company in newspapers and magazines. This lets consumers nationally and locally know that your product is out there and available. Here Marsha Friedman will give you the answer the second question: What is the value of doing print PR for your company?:
1. Anything written is perceived to be true. In any business industry it is important to have and continue building credibility. Without credibility, consumers and business associates will not pay attention to your message. One of the most valuable aspects of using a print campaign to get media coverage is that anything written is believed to be an absolute fact. "Therefore articles you've written that get published or articles with quotes from you gives you immediate positioning as an expert in your field".
2. Print is where you'll find a huge segment of your buying audience. Going to a newsstand nowadays you are bombarded with choice. Newspapers and magazines are scattered all over the floors and filling the racks with more titles than ever before. "With over 137 million Americans regularly reading a daily newspaper and more than 31,000 publications ranging from antiques to zoology, print media holds mass appeal as a key source of entertainment and information".
3. A huge variety of publications. One of the most attractive aspects of the print media is the huge variety of publications you can target: daily and weekly newspapers, local and national magazines, the trade publications of your industry. "There's truly an endless source of publications to target." This enables your print PR campaign to be as targeted as possible, almost down to the exact demographic! In the world of print, the more choice there is, the more opportunities you have to penetrate niche markets.
4. Interviews are not all held over the phone. Many busy business people want to get coverage in newspapers and magazines, but are too tied up at work to deal with impromptu telephone interviews by journalists that last for hours. Also, many are being interviewed for the first time and are scared that they will be misquoted or say the wrong thing. "Another great aspect of print media is that many interviews are done via email so when this happens it gives you a chance to carefully consider and reconsider the best way to convey your message within the construct of the question". Thankfully email interviews are becoming more common and as a result give you ample time to think and respond to each question to ensure that you communicate your message in a clear fashion!
5. Every publication offers an opportunity! Many people think that if you are not going to get your article published in a major national newspaper or magazine, then a print PR campaign is a waste of time 'I want USA Today or Nothing!' It is true, coverage in a huge national title can be phenomenal, but you may be missing a huge segment of your market! "Don't discount coverage in small publications". "Every newspaper story, sidebar, small mention or magazine article is like gold when trying to get the attention of editors at the national major magazines, or the senior producers of national TV shows."
So now you are ready to get writing!
About the Author
Marsha Friedman has been a leading authority on publicity for authors for nearly two decades as CEO of Event Management Services, Inc (EMSI). If you would like to receive her free Ebook "How to Be a Great Talk Radio Guest" visit http://www.emsincorporated.com.
I've been racking my brain to come up with a really great headline for an article. I know how important it is. Headlines are your "front line" to any market. It's the first thing the reader sees. It's your one chance to interest and influence your audience.
And they're tough to create.
Good headlines:
- Create excitement, anticipation and enthusiasm for more
- Ignite interest through concise, power-packed statements
- Attract more customers
- Pull readers into copy
- Boost your bottom line
Yet most business owners focus solely on copy and give little thought to headlines. I was falling into the same trap because of a looming deadline when I caught myself and remembered what advertising guru David Ogilvy said:
"On average, 5 times as many people read the headlines as read the body copy. It follows that unless your headline sells your product, you have wasted 90% of your money."
Of all the factors that go into snagging attention, attracting new customers and increasing sales, none are as important as a strong headline. On a website, most visitors give you 10 seconds to make an impression. The time is even shorter when a reader picks up a newspaper or magazine and decides whether to read an article or advertisement.
The job of the headline is to get attention. A good headline makes the reader want to find out more by reading the article, email, webpage, or ad.
The problem, of course, is how to write a headline that convinces your prospect to stay and read more, buy from you and become a loyal customer, a raving fan, an evangelist singing your praises. The hard truth is, success or ultimate failure hinges on how persuasive your headline is.
What's the solution?
Step One: First, step into the shoes of your ideal customer, the person who wants and needs the product or service you are selling. What's important to him or her? What will grab his attention? Why will she care? In other words, what's in it for them?
Step Two: Now think of "power words", verbs that will inspire action. Some examples: new, latest, greatest, fastest, best, easy, guaranteed, results, secrets, conquer, develop, explore, focus, gain, identify, learn, master, prevent, reduce, simplify, transform, unleash, win.
Step Three: Think about headlines that grab your attention. Search the web, pull magazine issues off the news stands, look at your junk mail and review newspaper headlines. Create a "swipe file" with examples that pique your interest. Now unleash your own creativity and pull it all together.
Step Four: Brainstorm headline possibilities. Be sure to:
- Include your ultimate benefit
- Use short, punchy, attention-getting words that encapsulate the story
- Create excitement, ignite interest, attract readers
- Speak directly to your readers.
- Use power-packed words
Step Five: Just do it! You've created great copy. Now wrap it up with a powerful, profit-producing headline that pulls your reader in and inspires him or her to take action. Here are some power headline phrases to jumpstart your thinking:
- How To...
- Inside Secrets Of...
- Single Most-Important...
- Learn To...
- 7 New Ways To...
- Discover How To...
- The Quickest Way To...
- Results In Just...
- Information-Packed...
- 12 Proven Steps To...
Creating winning headlines doesn't require a background in writing, advertising or marketing. Simply follow the guidelines above. Devote time, energy and imagination to combining words that inspire others to take action. If you do, you'll discover prospects and customers taking more interest in your product or service...and you'll boost your bottom line as more of those customers and prospects are inspired to buy from you again and again.
About the Author
Marketing Spitfires Holly George and Leslie Hamp are creators of the 'Fast Track to Marketing Mastery' program. To learn more about the step-by-step program, and to sign up for their *FREE* Marketing Mastery Success Kit, visit www.boostyourbottomline.com
Are there any writers out there who don't want to make money from writing? Who don't want to earn a living from their writing? Who don't want to become rich from their writing?
Well, there probably are. And that's fine. But this article isn't for them. This article is for you. You who knows that you can't wake up in the morning without the itch in your fingers, can't get through the day without putting pen to paper or fingers to keyboard, you who can't listen to a conversation on a train, a bus or at a coffee shop without thinking, "I've got to write that down and use it in my next story", and you who sees many things in life as great story ideas.
Write and grow rich is for you.
Now, this is not entirely about getting financially rich from writing. But apply the following advice and you stand a great chance of making that happen. Riches do come in many forms, one of which is money. But the many other forms of riches life has to offer are also yours for the taking when you follow the lead of the greats of writing, storytelling and inspirational thinking.
So let's have a look at the 7 essential elements that will help you to write and grow rich.
1. Desire
This is absolutely the most important step in achieving success in any endeavour, and ignoring it will mean almost certain failure. Putting it simply, you have to want it! Whatever your writing goal is - whether it's to be a bestselling novelist, a successful screenwriter, to win a short story competition, to write for a national newspaper or magazine, or simply to finish something you've started, you must want it so much that the thought of it inspires a physical reaction in you, and the lack of it causes you both emotional and physical pain.
Does this sound extreme? Maybe. But you must have a deep, intense desire to make your writing dreams come true. So let's put first things first - what is your magnificent obsession? What do you want more than anything else? Got it? Write it down and let's move on.
2. Faith
It is imperative that you believe you can achieve your goal. It is also imperative that you believe in what you are writing, and why. JK Rowling said that it was her belief in the story of Harry Potter that kept her going through 5 years of planning the entire series and then the writing of the first novel. With absolutely no promise of publication and being well aware of how difficult it is for an unknown author to get published, she could easily have let economic and personal difficulties overwhelm her and quit writing. But it was an overriding sense that she had to do right by the book that kept her going.
So your second step is to examine your own commitment to what you are writing. Do you believe in the story you are telling? Does it mean anything to you personally, or to the world in general? And if you are writing non-fiction, do you believe in your topic, your point of view, and the value of what you are bringing to the world? Faith in yourself, and in your work is the one thing that has been known to work miracles.
3. Imagination
This may seem obvious, and yet it needs to be said. It is imagination that sets great writers and storytellers apart, just as it sets great artists, businessmen and movie-makers apart. Imagination falls into two categories - the creative and synthetic imaginations. And both are equally important to you as a writer.
Examples of the creative imagination are of course JK Rowling having Harry Potter stroll fully formed into her mind while she was travelling between Manchester and London by train, and then spending the next four hours creating Hogwarts and the major cast of characters in her mind. Then there's anything Stephen King has ever written, from what happens when a dead pet resurrects itself, to what would you do if you were trapped in your car when your family dog turns rabid.
Great uses of the synthetic imagination (when the mind takes elements it already knows and recognises, and puts them together in new ways) are also abundant in fiction. How many variations on the classic boy meets girl, boy loses girl, boy gets girl, have you read or seen? Hundreds, probably. And what about James Cameron's epic film, Titanic? We all knew the boat would sink, we'd all seen it countless times before, but we still flocked to the cinema, enchanted by Cameron's incredibly believable characters, Rose and Jack, and their moving but short lived love story.
So if you're a fiction writer, don't fall into the trap of thinking you have to dream up something that has never ever been seen before. Simply look at what you like to read and write about, and put a new angle, or twist on it, and then go for it.
For non-fiction writers, it's open slather here. Simply pick your topic, take a fresh look at it, create a new angle and get into it. Your expertise and opinion matter certainly, but use your imagination to create a new way for your readers to see your topic, and you will have a ready-made audience.
4. Specialised knowledge
Many fiction writers have woven their own interests and areas of expertise into their novels. CS Lewis created a world rich in Christian symbolism, to reflect his own beliefs. John Grisham is an ex-lawyer who writes compelling courtroom dramas. Patricia Cornwell is a former medical examiner, and Candace Bushnell wrote about her own newspaper column in Sex and The City.
These are all excellent examples of how you can turn your 'real-life' career into the basis of life as a novelist. Of course there are also countless examples of authors who carry out extensive research, moving from one topic to another as they build their catalogue. Either way, to create a believable world is, for the fiction writer, as important as building credibility in your field is to the non-fiction writer. The upshot is, that one way or the other, you need to acquire some specialised knowledge if you are to write in a way that captures your audience. Whether you parlay your own knowledge into your work, or acquire what you need through research, it's important to remember, that we are first and foremost scribes, reporting stories to the people around us.
5. Organised Planning
I am a great believer in planning. For the fiction writer, having a story plan, whether for a short story, novel or screenplay, ensures you keep yourself on track, not winding off down dead ends and blind alleys. For the non-fiction writer, it's a matter of doing your research, gathering your notes, and writing an outline before you set about the main task of writing your article or book.
But organised planning for the writer means much more than planning the story, book or article you are writing right now. It also means planning for your own success as a writer. Travelling back to the first point, desire, you had to write down what you wanted to achieve as a writer. Have a look at that now. How are you going to get there? What steps can you take, starting now, that will move you in the direction of your goal? Saying you want to see your screenplay nominated for an Academy Award is a fine aspiration, but if you don't even have an idea yet for your story, how do you think you're ever going to be treading the red carpet?
So putting together an organised, step-by-step plan to get you from where you are now, to where you want to be, and adding a timeframe for your goal's achievement will be an important step to getting you where you want to go. A great way to do this is to work backwards from your goal, imagining what came immediately before the goal, and then before that, and then right before that, until you have the step that you need to take RIGHT NOW to move you forward. It may be something as simple as buying yourself a special notebook to jot down your ideas, but whatever it is, it is one important step toward you achieving your writing desire.
6. Persistence
It has been said that persistence outstrips all other virtues, and when it comes to achieving success as a writer, I truly believe that, other than being ready when your opportunity comes, persistence is the one quality that will absolutely guarantee your success. JK Rowling would never have been the phenomenon she became if she had never finished her first book, would she? And remember she wrote several adult novels that never saw the light of day, before Harry turned her life on its ear. Stephen King wrote several novels before he hit pay dirt with Carrie. Jonathan Livingstone Seagull was rejected more than 200 times before being published. Matthew Reilly began his career as a self-publisher and is now one of Australia's most popular authors. His persistence, and self-belief paid off.
So whatever you are writing, stick with it. Persistence is the one thing, along with a thick skin, that you'll need in abundance to crack it in the competitive world of publishing. And remember, the so-called "experts" don't always know it all. The man who handed JK Rowling her first advance, a mere £2,500, advised her not to give up her day job as "no one makes any money out of writing children's books". 12 years and over $1 billion later, I think she's proven him wrong. Who are you going to prove wrong?
7. The Sixth Sense
This may seem like an unusual thing to suggest, but I truly believe that those who achieve great success as writers have an intuitive sense about which stories are the ones that are worth pursuing and which ones are better off left behind.
I advocate that you should pursue the ideas that "scare you a little, and excite you a lot". This is a simpler way of describing the 'sixth sense' idea and also may be easier for many of you to measure. As an example, JK Rowling said that when Harry appeared to her on that train journey, she had an actual physical response, unlike anything else she'd ever felt before with her writing. She felt quite light-headed when she got off the train, and likened the feeling to that delicious feeling at the start of a love affair.
Is this the sixth sense? The case could be argued either way. I am merely suggesting that the more in touch you are with your intuition, the more likely you are to be able to distinguish between the "Harry Potter" ideas and the "dead horses" that Bryce Courtney describes having experienced, when he just knew that an idea had run out of steam for him.
So those are the 7 steps to Writing and Growing Rich. Type them out, paste them up near where you write and refer to them often. And as you advance confidently in the direction of your dreams, may you experience success unexpected in common hours.
About the Author
Suzanne Harrison is the founder of Writers Central, online creative writing school and community. Specialising in all facets of fiction writing, Writers Central offers exceptional courses, a vibrant community forum and non stop writing tips and techniques. http://www.writerscentral.com.au
When the Devil Gets a foothold: Turn Bobby Jones off "CHRISTIAN!!!" -Part 2 of 4
Writing for magazines is a great place to freelance because you can earn a good paycheck writing cover stories, features, how-to articles, interview pieces, product or travel destination reviews, and other types of articles. Plus, your byline will promote yourself as a freelance writer to the public.
Follow these tips:
TIP #1: Most of the articles you will write for magazines will be between 800-1500 words.
TIP #2: Know the magazine before you submit your article. There's nothing worse than submitting an article with the wrong style, topic, or editorial slant to an editor who doesn't publish that kind of article.
TIP #3: If you aren't familiar with the magazine editor and the editor isn't familiar with you, then submit a non-seasonal article (not specific to a time frame) for consideration.
TIP #4: Once you have written your article, study the Internet for the best possible way to write query letters or proposals.
TIP #5: Plan out your article in a well-organized, thoughtful manner. Editors want strong openings and fantastic conclusions.
TIP #6: Pitch an article or query letter to one of the many departments in the magazine. Writing short articles for departments or topic-specific sections is easier to break into.
TIP #7: Articles for print must be better than the articles you write for the web, especially SEO content. Editors expect exceptional work. These days editors expect you to interview sources, gather facts from newsworthy sources, and provide photos or illustrations to accentuate your article. However, with more and more newbie editors coming onto the scene to start a magazine with family money, try to keep your options limited to magazines with good, stable editors who know the business. For instance, freelance writers consider established newsstand magazines as the upper echelon of magazines in the industry. Approach them first. The pay will be better and so will the exposure for you as a writer.
TIP #8: Know your audience. If you don't know your audience, you will not be able to write material aimed at the magazine's readership.
TIP #9: Know what will interest your readers. For example, High Roller Magazine does initiate sales from High Rollers, or at least people who consider themselves to be high rollers. Covering articles on choice destinations with great rooms or a highly profiled tournament should appeal to an editor of a magazine such as this.
TIP #10: Know what topics are highest in demand.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
For detailed submission guidelines of many magazine, F&W Publications publishes annual market directories, such as the popular Writer's Market. These annual directories can offer some submission guidelines. I recommend you subscribe to Writer's Market Online, where the publishers routinely update listings and guidelines for magazines and other markets. If you want to sell what you write and make money as a freelance writer, you need Writer's Market Online. In addition to listing magazines that are open for submissions, Writer's Market Online also lists writing opportunities for syndicate services, websites, annual specialty magazines, and special one-shot publications. FreelanceWriting.com also maintains a free database of magazines that pay freelance writers for articles.
You can use Google to find magazines, websites, and other media outlets that hire freelance writers. Use the phrase "writer's guidelines" and/or "submission guidelines" in the search box. You may also want to add a modifier to your search, such as "pets," or "travel," or "technology," etc., depending on what markets you want to find.
By knowing the names of editors and publishers, how to contact them, and what their current editorial needs are, you are that much closer to selling your articles. Furthermore, these directories provide hints and tips on how to submit your material. Each editor and each magazine has different editorial needs and how they accept pitches from outside freelance writers.
Since offline magazines receive hundreds of submissions a month from writers, you must submit your work professionally. If you don't know what editors look for in their submissions, you need to read a couple of the issues. Most, if not all, magazines are available at your local bookstore or supermarket. Buy a copy. Visit each magazine's website (all of them have one) to review their editorial calendar, articles they have recently published, and what they are covering in their next issue and future issues. Each magazine's website will give you valuable hints and insight about what editors are publishing and what they are looking for.
Print magazines are not your only market to sell your articles. Many online magazines are sprouting up on the Internet, and their editorial needs are the same as print publications. The field is wide open.
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