Small Towns, Rural Values: A Place for Articles (and Photos) with Nostalgic Appeal By Roberta Beach Jacobson, for The Write Way to Travel Years ago, Capper’s was the first print publication that paid me extra when they put my article, which had appeared in their print issue, on their website, too. Back then, I didn’t […]
Eight Reasons Why Good Articles Get Unwanted Rejection Slips.
Advice from freelance travel writer Jennifer Stevens. Why do assignment letters open doors and how can you get them?
Advice from freelance writer and editor Jennifer Stevens. If you’re sure your article is perfect for a publication, then you should send it — the full article, not just a query. Don’t be deterred by the need for credentials.
Dear Reader, I woke up this morning in a reflective mood. Lately we’ve received a lot of positive feedback about our travel-writing programs. And over my cup of coffee this morning, I thought about how very lucky I am. I mean, in my job I help people turn their dreams into reality. Over the years, […]
Read from Steenie Harvey and how you could sell an article about a place when you’ve received free stuff — hotel rooms, theater tickets, meals.
Dear Reader, In Denver, our attendees met freelance travel writer Stan Sinberg — and spent the balance of his presentations with smiles on their faces. Stan writes mostly travel and humor pieces, and he’s seen them published in places like the Chicago Tribune, Mad Magazine, and a few men’s magazines (I’d list their names, but […]
Dear Reader, A holiday or special event, like a festival, can give you an excuse to write about a place (and, too, help you focus your article). France is renowned for its many national holidays, festivals, and unique celebrations, so this week we’ve chosen France Magazine as our featured publication. If you’re among the more […]
No matter how good an idea you have for your article — even if it speaks, without question, to a current trend — if you don’t approach your piece with this simple truth in mind, it’s going to be difficult to sell.
Do you have what it takes to become a successful travel writer/photographer? Here are 12 Questions to assess if you do.
