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Freelance Writing

5 Tips for find “Freelance” writing assignments

1. Freelance Writing.com This site is a must visit for any and all who wish to find writing assignments that pay. Learn about freelance writing. Find freelance writing jobs. Learn how to freelance. The first place to look when freelance writing comes to mind!

2. Writer’s market This book is published every year with a current list of over 8000+ book and magazine editors. The book provides complete submission guidelines, contact names, payment info. Instruction on how to market and sell your writings.

3. Online Magazines Online magazines are often in need of content on various subjects. Contact editors and/or decision maker about how to submit your work. I suggest that you visit sites in order to get a feel for the “voice” of said publication.

4. Writers Weekly.com What a great resource for the newbie or the seasons vet. This site Is the highest circulation of any freelance writing ezine in the world. Writers weekly has classes and forums designed to assist and answer question .

5. Craigslist.com is an Internet community that has over 100 local markets worldwide. In the “GIGS” section as well as in the “JOBS section you will find literally offer after offer for paid as well as free work. Craig’s list has thousands of people looking for screen plays, short film, ad copy, magazine, as well as any and every type of writing assignment you could ask for. Take a few minutes to look at your local area site then start searching the world for your winning assignment


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  • Publisher's Desk For June 3rd

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VickeyK profile image

VickeyK  says:
2 years ago

Great Hub! I'll hop in with another excellent site which has resulted in jobs for me:

freelancewritinggigs.com A list a day, culled from many sources around the country.

crazycat profile image

crazycat  says:
2 years ago

There are many aspiring writers who want to work as freelancers. These sites will help them start their career.

Patty Inglish, MS profile image

Patty Inglish, MS  says:
2 years ago

guru.com is great.

writerlance.com committed fraud and reappeared under new secret owwnership.

funride profile image

funride  says:
2 years ago

Great first hub mr know it all you really know about this :D

Darien profile image

Darien  says:
2 years ago

Great recources, why not try the IGroup10Enterprises Project http://hubpages.com/hub/Help-getting-published-as-

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kashifmahmood  says:
2 years ago

Nice hub , I like it very much . The links are very useful for those who want to begin their freelance career as a writer .

http://hubpages.com/hub/Work-Online-from-home

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dabblingmum  says:
16 months ago

Don't forget your very own website. An online resume is a great way to drum up business. I cannot tell you how many assignments I've received simply by having someone find my resume online.

Freelance writers who want to write for the 'net need to have an online presence. Some place that showcases their talents, tells others what they can do for them, and offers a place to contact them.

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