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by Andrew Crofts (Author)
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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Piatkus Books; 3rd Revised edition edition (4 Jan 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0749927631
  • ISBN-13: 978-0749927639
  • Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.4 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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Now, in a fully updated third edition, "The Freelance Writer's Handbook" is the essential book for everyone who dreams of making money from their writing. It will appeal to all aspiring writers, whether they want to write as a full time profession, or simply to supplement their existing income through writing. This inspiring guide will also benefit professional writers and journalists who want ideas on how to find new markets for their work. It helps you to decide what to write and how to sell it. It is packed with advice on ghostwriting, travel writing, fiction, short stories, television and radio scripts, newspaper and magazine journalism. It includes valuable information on agents, making contacts, interviewing skills, potential markets, how to get commissioned, and much more. It covers the latest developments in web writing, blogging, and online publishing.

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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, 19 Sep 2003
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This is without a doubt the best book I have ever read on the subject of getting assignments as a freelance writer.

There's no padding or 'fluff' in here -- Mr Crofts' gets straight down to the nitty gritty of how to get work.

This isn't a book for people who want to learn how to write. It's a book for writers who want to make a decent living from their craft.

Highly recommended.

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars No rose tinted glasses here!, 25 May 2006
This review is from: The Freelance Writer's Handbook: How to Make Money and Enjoy Your Life (Paperback)
Like many people I have read libraries of guide books for would-be writers. This, undoubtedly, is one of the best. I read it cover to cover in a couple of hours and then went back the next day to learn some more.

Clearly expressed, in logically structured sections, this book will certainly guide you through the process of finding the right topics to write about, the right people to pitch them to and, most importantly, how to cope with the rejection while waiting for the really big break-through.

The good news is that if you read this book and follow the advice then you won't even notice the rejection slips - you'll be too busy working on the next article that you are going to sell!

One to read and keep, making sure you re-read it regularly.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Top-notch Nuts & Bolts Guide, 3 Sep 2006
This review is from: The Freelance Writer's Handbook: How to Make Money and Enjoy Your Life (Paperback)
If you want to get involved in the actual business of freelance writing there is no better guide on the market. Andrew Crofts is well known in the book trade as a ghost writer and it is seldom that he doesn't have a book in the best-seller lists, even if it doesn't have his name on it.
Unlike many books on writing, this book actually tells you how to write for a living and is not full of the normal obsequies to editors that usually plague books like these and reveal a definite bias to the amateur.
Not much use if you want to write a heart-felt labour-of-love novel, otherwise excellent.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Everything is possible
this is the most concise, clear, informative and inspiring book that i have ever read on the subject of freelance writing. Read more
Published 24 days ago by C. Gordon

3.0 out of 5 stars Recommended...
There are lots of books about writing for a living, but this one has got to be one of the better ones. An essential reference book to keep.
Published 1 month ago by Angela C

3.0 out of 5 stars The Freelance Writer's Handbook
The book was ok. Very brief though. I was rather disapponted because from the raves I had read about the book I was expecting much more than what it had to offer. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Timothy M. Ijala

4.0 out of 5 stars A good evening read for the aspirant writer
Written in a focused but readable style, this book proffers practical advice on many aspects of freelance writing. Read more
Published 2 months ago by P. Windridge

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely the best!
This is the new and updated edition of what has become a classic for freelance writers. I know that my copy of the first edition has become tattered and creased from much use. Read more
Published 17 months ago by BG

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have!
I loved this book. It was easy to dip into and written in an easy to read style.

Its content mirrored a very expensive course I had started. Read more
Published 20 months ago by HM Baggott

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent practical guide to all aspects of freelancing
Since I bought this book I have had numerous articles published. Andrew Crofts is a realist, with sections on "Learning to Bear Rejection" as well as inspirational stories of... Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2006 by 100wordreviewer

5.0 out of 5 stars Un-put-down-able
For those serious about making a living from writing, this book offers advice 'right between the eyes'- no coloured lenses here! Read more
Published on 23 Jul 2005 by C. S. Rowlands

4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of advice
Dare I give less than five stars?!

An amazing amount of advice and tips from a wealth of first-hand experience. Read more

Published on 14 Jul 2004 by Florence Nightingale

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational!
Andrew Crofts doesn't pull any punches. He knows how hard it can be to make it as a writer, and makes sure you know it too! Read more
Published on 1 Jul 2004 by anniejane100

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