One of the things that I love to do with my horror fiction is play on old meanings of words with unique spellings, or try to hint about a character’s true nature by describing them carefully. Here’s where word etymology comes in. Take the word “demon” for example. In this word etymology dictionary, for example, […]
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Freelance Writing Tip #24: Passive vs. Active Voice
One of the things that comes into play in writing is finding your own style. I will be the first to admit that there isn’t “one correct way” to write. However, I’m sure that you can expect that proper grammar and spelling are two essentials to being taken seriously as a writer. As I mentioned […]
Freelance Writing Tip #23: Find a Muse
Throughout history writers have searched high and low for sources of inspiration. Some authors have used their past experiences to fuel their writing, others a love interest, and still others their religious beliefs. Having a muse can fuel your creativity. For example, say you really like Merlin and you decide to let your imagination run […]
Freelance Writing Tip #22: Marketing and Writing go Hand-in-Hand
One of the inherent values of understanding marketing, is that you’ll know which audience you are targeting your article, press release or essay for. By understanding what a client’s needs are, you will prevent miscommunication and rewrites. Entrepreneurial marketing (or small business marketing) can also help you with your self-promotional needs, as you create a […]
Freelance Writing Tip #21: Take Criticism
As a writer, you are a unique creature. While you are producing a product that can only be interpreted so many ways, you are also crafting materials for (or with) someone else with the intent of selling it somewhere down the road. If you intend to make money selling your work, you had better learn […]