Review: A Guide Full of Useful Information
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 26, 2013
Nancy Hendrickson's book is a great guide for any beginner in the field of freelance writing. The language is accessible and the book is nicely structured. It comprises six sections each dealing with a certain aspect of being a freelance writer.The first section is all about inspiring you and motivating you. I liked the fact that the author didn't sugar-coat it too much, she also talked about all the hard work that goes into becoming a successful writer. At a certain point she cites a line from one of Shakespeare's plays, "Why then the world's mine oyster/ Which I with sword will open." and says that you'll open "the oyster" with words. "Your words."The second section deals with creating your own website. Hendrickson talks about all kinds of platforms that one can use, giving examples of some templates for blogs.In the third section - about publishing and promoting your books - the author aptly points out that you don't have to be a genius in order to get published and to understand how the world of publishing works, but you have to be informed. Also, when it comes to choosing between books, magazines, and ePubs, she encourages you to follow your heart's calling and do what you're most passionate about.The last three sections' subjects are as follow: 4th - writing for the web & all about being a ghostwriter; 5th - software and apps useful for a writer; it also covers the subject of time management; 6th - all about being a freelancer.It's a great book, well-organized, offering an impressive amount of information regarding writing and becoming a freelancer. The author exemplifies the notions she presents and tries to inspire and encourage her readers.