EWC - Part 2 - "The Writing Life" Investigation (15%)

Advice isn't always helpful, but why not take a listen to some writing pros who have some simple suggestions on how to do what they do so well. That's what I want for you with this part of the course. There are two parts - and both will give you some insight into what it is to be a 'pro' writer - like, you get PAID for it.

Step 1

First, I want you to read over some advice offered by some pros. Helpful? Not so much? I want you to consider it and give me your opinion.

"The Writing Life" Assignment Sheet

And here are some articles you'll need to complete the assignment.

Advice from Peggy Atwood
23 Tips from Famous Writers
D Brande's Becoming a Writer 

Step 2

Great. Now, to finish off this part of the course, I want you to spend a bit of time thinking about the various jobs available to the writer. Have you ever seen CareerCruising? Probably, and if not, today's your lucky day.

Here's the assignment sheet you'll need to complete the writer job search. All of the instructions for getting onto CareerCruising is on the sheet, but if you're having any problems, just ask me.