Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing

A Practical Guide to Selling Your Pitches, Crafting Strong Articles, & Earning More Bylines

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Pub Date 17 Jul 2018 | Archive Date 13 Jul 2018
F+W Media | Writer's Digest Books

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Description

Your Essential Reference for Writing for Magazines!

In The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing, accomplished freelance writer, author, and instructor Kerrie Flanagan demystifies the idea that writing for magazines is a difficult process meant only for those with journalism degrees.
Drawing from her 20 years as a freelance writer and instructor, Flanagan takes you step-by-step through the entire process, sharing her knowledge and experiences in a friendly, conversational way.

With more than a dozen sample articles, expert advice from magazine editors and successful freelance writers, practical tips on researching potential publications and instructions on crafting compelling query letters, you'll find the tools needed to write and publish magazine articles.

In this book you'll learn how to:Find and target ideas for the right magazine.Develop effective query letters to catch the attention of editors and land more assignments.Organize your writing life using the checklists and tools throughout the book.Understand and negotiate contracts.Write and sell personal essays to consumer, niche and trade magazines.Whether your goal is to get your first byline or make the switch from part-time freelancer to full-time writer, The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing is your go-to resource for writing success.
Your Essential Reference for Writing for Magazines!

In The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing, accomplished freelance writer, author, and instructor Kerrie Flanagan demystifies the...

A Note From the Publisher

Kerrie Flanagan is an author, writing instructor, publisher and accomplished freelance writer with more than 17 years' experience and hundreds of published articles. Over the past decade, her work has appeared in national and regional publications such as Chicago Tribune, FamilyFun and Better Homes & Gardens. She enjoyed two years as a contributing editor for Journey magazine and was a frequent contributor to Wow! Women on Writing. Her article "How to Find Success in the Magazine World" has been featured in the Writer's Market for the past five years.

In addition to her own writing, she is passionate about helping and encouraging other writers. In 2007, she founded Northern Colorado Writers, a member-based organization that provides resources and support to writers. She successfully led the group for eight years before selling it and becoming a writing event coordinator for F+W Media. Her background in teaching and desire to help writers, has enabled her to present at writing conferences across the country.

Kerrie Flanagan is an author, writing instructor, publisher and accomplished freelance writer with more than 17 years' experience and hundreds of published articles. Over the past decade, her...


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ISBN 9781440351242
PRICE £13.99 (GBP)
PAGES 240

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When I saw The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing on NetGalley, I decided to request it because I was considering article writing as a new income stream. After reading, I don't see myself going that way; however, the book was still useful as it gave me a few thoughts and tips for improving my blog posts, particular in crafting posts relating to my fiction writing, to draw attention to my stories in a way that isn't just about plugging the blurb etc. With great examples and a nicely laid out, easy-reading format, The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing is a valuable resource for anyone interested in breaking into that kind of employment.

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A great compilation of info and advice on how to get published in magazines. Highly recommended, especially for beginning writers or those trying to break in for the first time.

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I've been searching for a resource like this, and it's just what I needed! Flanagan is incredibly thorough and honest. She covers every aspect of magazine writing, from first wanting to do it, through publication and payment. There were things I'd never considered. Now I feel less intimidated by the idea of freelancing and more prepared for what will be involved. There is a ton of information here, so the straight forward style and examples were helpful. I also appreciate that she includes online publications as well as print and addresses the state of magazines/media in today's age of technology.

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