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Resources for Writers Feature Writer: Michelle Schusterman

Welcome to Resources for Writers! Whether you're embarking on a new career in freelance writing or wondering how to contact a literary agent, you'll find the answers here.

We've got advice on everything from beating writer's block to writing the perfect query letter. Looking for a specific market? Whether it's travel writing or flash fiction, we have a few suggestions for you on publishers and contests.

Are the phrases "social media" and "networking" like a foreign language? No worries - we'll have you promoting your work and growing a fan base of dedicated readers in no time with tips on blogging and more.

Don't forget to check out the Resources for Writers blog too!

Feel free to contact me at resourcesforwriters@suite101.com.


Feature Writer Articles in Resources for Writers

How to Find Freelance Blogging Jobs
Freelance writers can increase their income by applying for some of the many blogging jobs available online.
How to be a Freelance Blogger
With a constantly expanding amount and variety of websites and blogs, experienced and new writers alike can make money blogging from home.
How Twitter Can Benefit Freelance Writers
Twitter is a social networking tool that writers can also use to connect and share their work with others in the writing community.
How to Make a Book Trailer
Making a book trailer is a fun way to promote a new novel, and it's easy enough for even those with little media experience to do.
NaNoWriMo Tips for Success
Writing a novel in one month is not easy, but even new writers can finish their book by keeping these tips in mind.


Contributing Articles in Resources for Writers

Publishing Agents – Literature's Gatekeepers
Few publishers today show any serious interest in their slush piles, so a writer really needs to find a book agent. But some literary agencies are worse than useless.
Grammar for Beginners
The comma is one of the most difficult punctuation marks because, while it is not always necessary, its omission can sometimes make a sentence grammatically incorrect.
Word Games Aid Writers and Motivational Speakers
Entertaining and challenging online word games can give writers and speakers a competitive edge. Knowing how to make the most of the experience is key.
Best Poetry Blogs: A Baker's Dozen
Can't afford $30,000-plus for a poetry MFA program? Engaging with poetry blogs can advance your education in the art of poetry-free of charge.
How to Get a Poem Published
What every poet should know before submitting work. Why editor's reject excellent work and print less stellar prose. Requirements the author should know.