This is Point A
In this poignant and honest article, Shek writes about what it means to call yourself a writer. It’s not about the fancy words, but about having the courage to go and put yourself out there.
the writing life
Forgive the Suckage: On False Starts
Galvanizer editor Bea gets candid about her hate-hate relationship towards Page One and explains the truth you need to hear but refuse to believe: that suckage is, ultimately, a big part of the process.
This Moon Equivalent
You may have been wondering what it takes to actually get published. (Short answer: determination.) Johna recounts the journey of writing (and finishing!) her now published anthology of essays and the personal revolution she experienced.
Intersections
Before you can become a fulltime writer, you have to get a day job. But when your day job is copywriting and your passion is literary writing, how do you manage? Does the love wane? Do you carry on?
Cents and Sensibility: Investing for Freelancers
One of the biggest challenges of writing is the financial uncertainty that comes with the territory. Are you preparing enough for the future? Financial officer Tina takes us through some very important points to consider.
Better
Writers don’t have it easy, especially when you’re your own worst critic. In ‘Better’, Krysty gives an honest portrayal of the glory and tension of taking on the page.
Writer for Hire: Cover Story Confessions
A detailed breakdown of what it takes to write a magazine cover story leads to an important discovery for the fledgling writer for hire. Lesson learned!