When a client needs it yesterday, your time becomes even more valuable. Here’s how to set and enforce rush fees—without the awkwardness. Ever had a client drop a last-minute project on your plate with an urgent deadline and an impossible turnaround time? That’s where rush fees come in. A rush fee is an additional charge for […]
What to Charge: Setting Competitive Freelance Writing Rates
Pricing your work shouldn’t feel like throwing darts in the dark. Here’s how to set freelance writing rates that reflect your worth and keep clients saying yes. Ah, the eternal freelance pricing struggle: charge too little, and you’re stuck writing 3,000 words for the price of a fancy latte. Charge too much, and potential clients vanish like […]
Why Literary Citizenship is Key to Advancing Your Writing Career
Support others, grow your network, and show up in the industry. Literary citizenship might be your secret weapon. If you’ve ever felt like publishing is a locked door and you’re standing outside without a key, you’re not alone. The writing world can feel impenetrable—like success is reserved for a lucky few with the right connections. […]
How to Get a Book Deal: A Comprehensive Guide
Inside the publishing world’s toughest gate—and how to get through it. Getting a book deal can feel like trying to break into a secret club—one with mysterious rules, gatekeepers, and a lot of locked doors. Even with a great manuscript and a solid plan, there’s no guarantee those doors will open. But the good news […]
What is a Novella? [Definition, Word Count, and How to Write One]
Shorter than a novel. Longer than a short story. If a novella sounds like a Goldilocks fit, here’s how to write one that works. A novella sits right in that sweet spot—too long to be a short story, but not quite long enough to qualify as a full-blown novel. It’s the Goldilocks of fiction writing, […]