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Six-Figure Freelancing: The Writer's Guide to Making More Money, Second Edition Paperback – April 1, 2013

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Forget writing for the thrill of seeing your name in print, or worse yet, for the "exposure." Freelancers should be paid-and paid well-for their work. If you dream of making a good full-time living or a second income as a freelancer, you need more than writing ability. You need a businesslike mindset, the ability to locate and pitch lucrative markets, efficient work habits, and solid relationships with people in your industry. During the author's first year of fulltime freelancing, she only made $17,000. But by her sixth year, she cracked the six-figure mark. After interviewing dozens of other six-figure freelancers, the author first published Six-Figure Freelancing: The Writer's Guide to Making More Money in 2005. Now the book's been revised and updated for its second edition. Six-Figure Freelancing will show you how to: - Take a business-like approach to your freelance career; - Negotiate more writer-friendly contracts with editors and clients; - Identify lucrative freelance markets; - Pursue book projects; - Create your own writing templates; - Work more efficiently; - Create and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues; - Set short- and long-term goals; - Use social media to enhance your business and attract clients; - Branch into lucrative new freelance areas; and - Sustain a successful long-term career. Even while the publishing world has undergone dramatic change, there are plenty of promising opportunities for freelancers. This updated, expanded version of Six-Figure Freelancing includes an entirely new section on markets; advice about using social media and blogging to build your career: more sample queries and templates: and the latest advice from successful six-figure freelancers you can use to sustain a long-term freelance career. Both new and experienced writers will benefit from the practical strategies it includes. Author Kelly James-Enger has been a fulltime freelancer for more than 16 years; her work has appeared in more than 60 national magazines including Redbook, Self, Runner's World, Fitness, Parents. A freelancing expert, she's the author of more than a dozen books including Dollars and Deadlines: Make Money Writing Articles for Print and Online Markets and Writer For Hire: 101 Secrets to Freelance Success.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Improvise Press; 2nd Updated ed. edition (April 1, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 242 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0983663386
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0983663386
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.51 x 9 inches
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Kelly K. James (formerly Kelly James-Enger) “escaped from the law” in 1997. A former attorney, she has been writing for a living, as a full-time freelancer, and more recently, a corporate content writer, for more than 20 years. Currently she writes legal content by day and health/wellness, fitness, psychology, and career-related articles by night. Her freelance work has appeared in more than 65 major online and print publications including Huffington Post, The Girlfriend, NextTribe, Next Avenue, Chicago Health, Vibrant Life, and many other markets.

In 2018, James made the decision to go “in-house” at a small company — and wrote about the transition from freelancer to corporate employee. The Book That (Almost) Got Me Fired: How I (Barely) Survived a Year in Corporate America is Kelly’s first memoir, an entertaining, honest account what to do (and what not) when you make that corporate leap in midlife.

As a ghostwriter, Kelly has penned more than 30 books for clients; she is a novelist and author of writing-related books including:

• Writer for Hire: 101 Secrets to Freelance Success,

• Six-Figure Freelancing: The Writer’s Guide to Making More Money, Second Edition

• Goodbye Byline Hello Big Bucks: Make Money Ghostwriting Books, Articles, Blogs, and More, Second Edition.

Kelly works, writes, plays 8-ball, and golfs (or attempts to) from Downers Grove, Illinois, a Chicago suburb. She shares her home with two teens, a rambunctious rescue pup, and a very spoiled, fat cat.

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  • Stella Carrier
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspired To Share After A Sleeptime Wisdom Seeking Dream I’ve Had
    Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2015
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    Utilizing the enterprising ideas in the book are harm-free outlets for me to seek out what I can in order to strengthen my creativity and use the medium of writing as a way to achieve increased personal evolution in all areas of my life. Six-Figure Freelancing (Second Edition) The Writer’s Guide to Making More Money by Kelly-James Enger contains multiple ideas either for people who want to pursue freelance writing on the side or full-time. Metaphorically speaking, I feel as if the author gave me a car to drive towards learning what I can in terms of freelance writing instead of just walking to my destination (there is nothing wrong with walking, I’m just making a point on the information contained for those new to freelance writing), I say this because some of this information may already be known to those who work in fields pertaining to writing, consulting, public relations, being a brand ambassador etc, but extremely helpful for those who are writing novices working outside the fields that are traditionally conducive to freelance writing. Some of the following ideas in her book;
    Pg. 63-The Digital Millenium Copyright Act of 1998 (DMCA)-The author quotes a person by the name of Erik Sherman as admitting that he would expect to get paid if the site was commercial, but may also take into account if there aren’t going to get a penny from the site’s owner.
    Pages95- 97-a man who has worn multiple hits in the freelance writing sector (ghostwriter, editor, collaborator, book doctor, and entering the world of books (i.e. building a platform, a nonfiction pitch letter etc.).
    Page 127; She features a writing query from an example of a writer who is married to an IT expert and has a 2 and a half year old son.
    Page 177- Kelly James-Enger uses the case study of Leah Ingram who writes books, articles, does spokesperson projects, balances parenting with being a homemaker, and usually keeps a routine of setting aside 815 am to 345 p.m. for work.
    Page 223; A feature on Margaret Littleman who had been writing for magazines and newspapers for several years and who eventually branched out with writing a book called The Dog Lover’s Companion to Chicago. There is also a feature on Robert McGarvey, a successful freelancer for over thirty years, who write a couple of biotech stories for the Midwest Express and went on to write more than $30,000 of work for the Harvard Business Review, New York Times, and Boston Globe.
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  • Galery
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2017
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    It's a good book to read if you are a writer in any way. Lots of information, easy to read. The information given in the book offers much to think about concerning what someone can possibly do with good writing skills. I was so inspired by the previous edition, I ordered this one. It's a good book.
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  • Kathy S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific guide -- now even better
    Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2013
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    I bought this book when the first edition was published a number of years ago. It became a bible of sorts, as Kelly James Enger packed so much practical advice into it. I know I got more and better freelance-writing gigs because of it. Now it's time for a second edition, and the author has come through again, with updated material and sound advice for making it as a well-paid freelancer -- even in the current economy. She doesn't get soft with the reader on anything about this business. It's tough out there. But there is good-paying work to be had, and she will show you how to position yourself to get it. You will be a better business person after reading this book. And that's what it takes to become a Six-Figure Freelancer.
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  • Todra
    3.0 out of 5 stars Very much for brand new writers, not experienced...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2016
    I think this book has very valuable information if you're not yet a writer, but you're seriously considering it. She breaks down info about different types of writing, say for magazines versus for corporate clients. There's a lot of talk about the freelance lifestyle and decision-making when it comes to being a writer. She talks about getting assignments and what to expect from editors (lots of time devoted to magazine writing, which I'm not interested in any longer). But for someone who is already a writer, this is really basic. From the title, I assumed it was for writers who are already making a decent living and now want to ramp up their earnings. I found myself skipping huge chunks of the book because it was written to people just getting started. I decided to return it as I found about 20% of it helpful to where I am. I then purchased "The Well-Fed Writer" because it specifically focuses on copywriting and content creating, which actually CAN earn you six figures. I don't know any magazine writers earning that. But if you mix magazine work with other writing, I suppose it's possible.
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  • Tim Owen
    5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent place to start
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2013
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    I've just finished the first edition and now have the second. This is a warmly written and yet honest account of her writing career (briefly) and of the industry. As a new writer this will become one of the references that I will use time and again. She is also quick to recommend other writers being not to proud as well as excellent web sites to address further questions. I have a handful of books that I would recommend but this is one of the first one that I would give out to address things on the commercial end. She and Robert Bly (whom she also recommends) are excellent writers and wonderful to encourage. If you want a start, start here.
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  • Harmony
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great place to start
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2024
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    If you're new to the idea of freelancing, this book has a little bit of everything. It talks about writing a pitch, different kinds of freelance writing, filing taxes, and more. I took a lot of notes while writing.
    There are a lot of anecdotes. It's probably half the book! I skipped a lot of them, but I do suggest marking them so you can go back and use them as reference later.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A lot of good info
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2020
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    As someone just diving into freelancing, this was a great, well rounded resource. I highly recommend this to anyone looking to start.
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  • Angela
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good information
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2013
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    This book has lots of good information. You will not regret purchasing this book. The author's style is engaging and pleasant to read.
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