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The latest issue of Fab Freelance Writing Ezine is online. This week’s article is “Writing For The Web - Ten Ways To Make Money”.

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Want to make money from writing on the Web? You can.

Here’s an excerpt from the editorial in this week’s issue of Fab Freelance Writing Ezine:

The Web is a writer’s medium. Yes, Web developers and designers think they’re the most important, but where would the Web be without words?

However, although the Web is a writer’s medium, and it’s sinfully easy to make money online if you’re a writer, many writers look at the confusion of the Web and have no clue as to where to start.

Here’s the only tip you need: start wherever you like. Start anywhere, and write for the Web, and soon people will be tripping over themselves to give you money. True.
In response to many questions I’ve had from aspiring writers, this week’s article tells you how to start writing for the Web. “Writing For The Web - Ten Ways To Make Money” helps you to discover ten easy types of Web writing.

Not a Fab Freelance Writing Ezine subscriber? Subscription is free. Subscribe now, and get “Write And Sell Your Writing: The Power-Write Report”. It’s 21 pages packed with information to help you to develop a six-figure writing career. The issue is out on Wednesday.

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Much of my email comes from new writers. If you’re a new writer, I hope this Q and A roundup helps.

Q: I love to write. How do I get paid to write?

A. Blog. Blogging is the fastest, easiest and simplest way to get paid to write. I’ve written an ebook - Blogging For Dollars - which gives you all the help you need.

Q: I don’t know whether I have the talent to make money from writing.

A: Talent has nothing to do with making money writing. Writing is a craft, and craftsmen and women learn their craft and practice it.

Practice is important, and the longer I write, the more convinced I am that the most successful writers are those who write the most. Write, and you’ll develop the skill to become a competent craftsperson. Read my “Top 70 Writing Tips To Help You To Write More”.

Q: I want to write, but I procrastinate

A: I used to procrastinate too, and still will, if I allow myself to. Read “Writing procrastination — how to end it forever” on my writing blog.

Q: I wrote an article for a magazine a year ago, and they haven’t paid me. It’s only $150, but the money means a lot to me. How do I get paid?

A. (I wrote this writer a detailed note on how to deal with deadbeat publications.) In general terms, here’s some advice to take to heart about getting PAID:

* Never write for publications or clients who won’t pay you a retainer. Yes, this cuts out the bulk of magazine commissions, and that’s a good thing. When you’re freelancing, you need to get paid for your time, on time. Learn how to write for the Web - read my ebook;

* Have the words “payment on invoice” on your terms of service in red, and bold;

* If someone is slow-paying you, dun them until they pay up. The squeaky wheel always gets the grease;

* Divorce your emotions as much as you can from the fees you charge and your invoicing. It’s just business. So treat your writing as a business. Getting paid is mainly a matter of your commitment to yourself - decide that you won’t put up with people ripping you off. Really, that’s all it takes. Maintain your professionalism at all times, and insist on the money you’re owed.

Would you like to end your writing procrastination today and become prolific writer? You can with Angela Booth’s ebook “Top 70 Writing Tips To Help You To Write More”.

Discover how to get inspired on demand, five ways to turn off your inner editor, and dozens of way to increase your confidence and writing skill. Whether you’re a student or a professional writer, this ebook helps you to take charge of your writing.

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