I spend a lot of time writing about resources for writers, how much they cost, what they offer and whether they are worth it for authors and editors. Today I want to talk about a few websites where a writer’s investment in their abilities can begin to pay off. We have lots of data to prove that visual stories generally do better on the interwebs; people love to SEE what they’re reading. This is a big part of the pitching process, so please don’t pitch us if you don’t have photos to include in the piece or at least ideas for photos that could work in the piece. In a December 2013 article, Venture Beat called Upworthy “content marketing at its worst.” CNN came under fire for writing Upworthy-style headlines about sensitive subjects.
Penny Hoarder CEO Kyle Taylor is on a mission to help everyday people enjoy their lives more by worrying about their finances less. As such, the content of the site offers actionable advice on making, managing, and saving money through a blend of journalism and creative storytelling. Are you a theatremaker with a penchant for revolution?
She is staring at the numbered list before her and willing herself not to raid the kitchen for more peanuts. To be honest, most of what she thinks about is snacks. Today, though, she has more than snacks on her mind. Like Upworthy, Apple considers how their market would react, and they work their way back from there.
Send daring personal essays, fiction, and poetry to this ad-free magazine to land freelance writing jobs. You can pitch editors Sy Safransky or David Mahaffey by submitting online. FreelanceMom is a popular website for moms who work as freelancers and solopreneurs. In fact, it made the top five in two of our niches! The editor is looking for writers who can provide original blog posts offering in-depth, actionable advice for readers.
In October, we began investing more heavily in video and are absolutely floored to see how much it’s paying off. Understanding the way people feel when they read our stories and watch our videos is one of the most important ways we think about our impact. LifeZette is looking for articles on parenting, politics, faith, health, and pop culture. Read their already published articles carefully to get an idea of what it takes to get the yes. You’ll have to do your own research and use social media to get in touch with the right editor.
Chaviano takes the reader on a journey through time with this novel. Several complex plots thread through the book, which is the most translated Cuban novel in history. Obviously, science fiction books by and about women of color exist.