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Healthcare for Freelance Writers 2011 Update

A recent update on health insurance for freelance writers which takes into account recent laws and health care changes.

Setting Your Minimum Freelance Writing Pay Rate

Freelance writing rates - Why you should always have a minimum freelance writing rate, and how to set it.

What Are "The Best" Freelance Writing Assignments FOR YOU?

When choosing freelance writing assignments, writers often want to know how to make the best choice. Don't apply haphazardly for every freelance writing job out there! Take a look at the BEST freelance writing assignments.

Make Sure You're Paid for Your Writing

Make sure you are paid for your writing project. Follow these steps for slow payment on a writing contract.

3 Unique Freelance Writing Jobs

Three unique freelance writing jobs- skip the job boards and go after these three lucrative and non traditional freelance writing jobs!

Beat Procrastination and Meet Your Deadlines!

Here's some quick and easy ways to beat procrastination and make sure it doesn't get the best of you. Meet all your deadlines with no stress.

How To Write A Book Review

Book reviews can vary widely, but here are a few of the basics to keep in mind when writing a critical book review.

Meet Melissa Walker

Melissa Walker kindly contributed "How To Break Into Major Magazines." She is a published author and freelance writer. Take a look at her credentials here

Five Time Management Tips for Freelance Writers

Anna Goldsmith of The Hired Pens, based in Boston, provides time management tips for work-at-home freelance writers.

Send Business Holiday Cards to Clients and Editors!

Sending business holiday cards to past clients and/or editors can result in additional assignments for freelance writers.

Anna Goldsmith

Anna Goldsmith is a copywriter and partner at The Hired Pens, a Boston-based freelance writing firm.

Tips for Dealing With Your Editor

Protect your working relationship with your editor by following these simple tips.