Classroom Teachers - Why Writing for Children Could Be the Perfect Summer Job for You!

If you're a classroom teacher who searches for part time work during the summer, writing for children just might be the job you're looking for.

How To Use Quotations Effectively?

Quotations are the repetition of words used by somebody in the past. When you repeat the speech or spoken words of a character from a play or novel, you are said to be quoting that character.

English to Spanish Translation

There are many English to Spanish translation services online, some free and some not. If you're trying to write something professional that will make you look good, I suggest a paid service. I only advise free English to Spanish translation if you are trying to translate only one word at a time. Yet there is a better way to translate all your texts...

3 Reasons Freelance Writers Are Underpaid & What They Can Do About It

If you're a freelance writer, then you are probably abhorred at the rates offered nowadays - especially for web content. BUT, as I advise freelancers all the time, what clients are willing to pay you is based on your value to them - not your talent. Following are three reasons freelance writers are underpaid, and what you can do to turn the tide.

Find a Literary Agent: What's Your Competition?

Most aspiring authors begin their careers with little or no understanding of how to go about finding an agent to represent their work. They quickly learn that most major publishing houses only accept submissions through literary agents.

The 7 Levels of Publishing - Part Two

Previously – in Part One. The First Level of Publishing is to print one copy. The Second Level of Publishing is when you receive five copies. The Third Level of Publishing is when you want 50 copies.

How To Introduce A Speaker

How to encourage and maintain the enthusiasm of the audience when introducing a speaker. Speaking tips used by the pros. Create a great rapport with the audience

How to Get a Book Deal - Without Being Scammed

How to get a book deal without being scammed is a hurdle for any writers. Publishers Are Not Exempt From Questionable Practices. Keep These Warning Signs in Mind.

ATTN Ebook Writers - Author of 6 Ebooks Reveals Steps She Takes to Create a Successful E-book

There are tons of articles on the internet about writing e-books. So, what makes this one different? In short, me. As the writer of six e-books and one e-course, here I will outline the process I use to create my e-books.

The Inner Workings of Magazine Publishing

This article talks about the protocol that is used for making a magazine.

How To Use Your Voice Effectively

A short article identifying some tips and suggestions on how best to make the most of a speaker's voice. Although the voice is the speaker's primary tool of communication, it is often overlooked by the speaker because they are focusing on the content of the presentation.

Eight Tips & Tricks To Creating A Good Best Mans Speech

The best mans speech can either be the climax of a wedding reception if done well. If you've been asked to be best man then your most public duty is to give the groom a good sending off. Carefully crafted words dashed with the right amount of humor is the sort of mix that will make your speech great, and give your best friend, brother of family member a fitting send off from single life to marriage.

Is Your Company Crippled By Poor Communicaton?

Vince Stevenson discusses a recent TV programme where one of the main characters searching for a ?100,000 job gives a poor presentation and effectively destroys his personal credibility.

Preparation And Visualization In Speaking

In so many aspects of life, preparation is the key to success. Actors would not appear on stage without rehearsal, nor singers. So why do so many business people risk their professional reputations with poor speeches and presentations? Discover how to do a good job and enhance your reputation here.

Internet Authors Aren't Carnivores

Calling people names doesn't solve anything, and for Traditional Publishers to pretend that Internet Authors aren't what they claim to be is hardly going to advance the debate. Join Internet Author Mike Scantlebury in looking at the pros and cons of putting up your newly-written book on the web, and just see if what he is saying doesn't make sense. It could be the best move you made all week.