So many writers want to make their living from freelance writing, but stay true to their creative writing roots. Guess what? It IS possible to do, with the right markets.
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Ghostwriting
This is a great place to work your storytelling chops, if you're ok with writing without a byline.Ebooks
We're going more digital, and outlets for ebooks are growing. Get yours out there today!Creative Non Fiction
If you've got a message, get it out there. It doesn't have to be fiction to be creative. Consider markets such as Readers Digest.Personal Essays
A staple of women's magazines--tell your story, then sell it!Memoir
Similar to the above, just longer. What makes your life unique?Speeches
These can definitely be an inspiration and a creative outlet, if you have the right subject and/or speaker.Prayers, Incantations, Toasts, Vows
The spiritual spoken word is important to many people's events, and they may be willing to pay the right writer.Anthologies
Chicken Soup for EVERYONE! But don't limit yourself to the biggest name "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. Many publishers are running anthologies, and put up a call for submissions on their websites.Gift Books
A similar outlet to anthologies, you'll find these gift books directly in front of you at eye level when you're standing in line at Barnes & Noble. If you find one that is your style, take note of the publisher and visit their website.Art Support
The creative heart in you is probably also into visual art. But most visual art needs some kind of writing support, whether it's educational materials for a museum, introductory brochures, or captions displayed underneath pieces.
