Record details

• ISBN: 0871161974
• ISBN: 9780871161970
• Physical Description: 223 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publisher: Waukesha, WI : Writer Books, [2003]
• Copyright: ©2003

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 214-219) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Chapter 1 Prerequisites to Writing as a Career 18 -- Writing Ability -- Knowledge of Subject -- Command of the Craft & Tools -- Business Acumen -- Professionalism -- Experience -- Attitude & Other Intangibles -- Chapter 2 What It's Really Like 33 -- Working at Home -- Dealing with Ups & Downs -- Writing Life -- Chapter 3 Self-Management Tools for the Writer 45 -- Organizing Projects -- Keeping Records -- Tracking Submissions -- Time Management -- Project Management -- Deadlines -- Workload -- When to Write -- Where & What to Write -- Goals & Measure of Progress -- Chapter 4 Getting Yourself to Write 71 -- Finding Time -- Controlling Interruptions -- Avoiding Self-Distractions -- Writer's Block -- Dealing with Rejection -- Motivational Techniques -- Discipline -- Relaxation Techniques -- Chapter 5 Are You Ready? 93 -- Six Factors of Readiness -- Self-Scoring Readiness Test -- Chapter 6 Financial Planning for Writers 109 -- Household Budgets -- Income Projections -- Preparing for Rainy Days -- Trimming Expenses -- Establishing Credit -- Back-Up Plans -- Chapter 7 Making the Break 125 -- Decision or Delusion? -- Decision-Making with a Spouse or Partner -- Seeking Advice -- Telling Your Boss -- Leaving Your Job -- Setting Up New Business Accounts -- Taxes for the Self-Employed Writer -- My Own Story -- Chapter 8 Marketing Tips & Techniques 137 -- Scheduling Time -- Identifying Markets -- Web Research -- Publisher News -- Bookstores as Resources -- Studying Magazines -- Studying Book Publishers -- Market List Directories -- Networking -- Writer Gatherings -- Chapter 9 Relationships with Agents & Editors 155 -- Do You Need an Agent? -- What an Agent Does -- Q&A on Agents -- Finding an Agent -- Connecting with Editors -- Planning Meetings -- Chapter 10 Sources of Extra Income 171 -- Teaching Writing Courses -- Speaking Engagements -- Reviewing Manuscripts -- Freelance Editing -- Consulting in Your Field -- Writing for Ad Agencies & Corporations -- Part-Time Jobs -- Chapter 11 On Persistence 189 -- Realistic Assessment of Your Situation -- What to Track -- Considering Whether to Quit -- Contentment & Job Satisfaction.

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Authorship > Vocational guidance.