Monday, May 12, 2008

Guide Site Needs for Week of May 12, 2008 for About.com

About.com posts a list of the most needed guide sites every week. For your viewing pleasure, I always post this not-so-top-secret information here at The Writer's Block. So, without any further adieu. for the week of May 12, 2008, here you have it:

  • Insomnia
  • PDAs
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Exotic Cars
  • Hardscaping

Wow, I don't even know what hardscaping is? If someone has a clue, please inform me! If you are an expert in any of the above fields, and want a fun and exciting freelance writing opportunity, be sure to visit About.com at www.beaguide.about.com and apply today. Please tell us how you did!

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Writers: Make Money Online With Shvoong

I received an email advertisement today from a website that I have never heard of before. I don't know much about it, but it looked rather interesting if you are a freelance writer and looking to make some extra money online. Check it out at Shvoong and let The Writer's Block know how it goes by sending me, the Cranky Editor, an email with your review. I will guest post your review and include a link to your blog or website with your guest post. Good luck!

Week of May 5, 2008: Guide Site Needs for About.com

For the week of May 5, 2008, About.com is looking for guides who are experts in the following topics:

  • PDAs
  • Smart Phones
  • BlackBerry
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat
  • El Paso, TX

For a fun and exciting freelance writing job with unlimited potential, check out the qualifications needed and apply online at: http://beaguide.about.com/ .


Let us all know if you get accepted into prep by posting a comment. Good luck!

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

New Guide Needs for About.com

Ladies and Gentlemen!

About.com currently has a need for the following freelance guides:

  • Senior Money
  • Kids and Money
  • Mutual Funds
  • ENT
  • Cystic Fibrosis

If you are an expert in any of the above fields, and are an avid freelance writer looking to advance your career, visit http://beaguide.about.com and apply today!

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Websites for Young Writers

If you have a little one at home who has caught the writer's bug at an early age, here is a great hub with a list of websites for young writers that you may want to check out with them:

Websites For Young Writers

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Freelance Writers Needed

Hey guys! Are you a doctor, nurse, health educator or journalist who enjoys writing? Do you consider yourself an expert in specific areas of heath care? Are you looking to make a few extra bucks with your writing to supplement your income that could lead to something BIG! If so, the Cranky Editor has the most perfect job for you! Freelance writers are needed as guides at About.com for the following health channels:

  • Arrhythmias
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Downs Syndrome
  • Drugs
  • Headaches and Migraines
  • Schizophrenia
  • Skin Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Urology
  • Uterine Cancer

If you have excellent writing abilities and are an expert in any of the above topics, be sure to check it out to see if you have what it takes to become an About.com guide. It is a GREAT opportunity for freelance writers and health care professionals who may be getting burned out on traditional health care. Spots are available for many non-health related topics, as well. Be sure to leave a comment to let us know how you did!

Thursday, April 10, 2008

What Should I Write About?


This is the question often posed by the writer to himself in an attempt to find his own true, unique voice. Without it, writing is futile, at best.

If you have found that you are an excellent writer, but aren't sure what to write about, writing about topics that you are passionate about is always an excellent choice. Not only does it make writing more enjoyable and interesting, but when you are filled with passion about a subject, your readers will almost FEEL the energy that transcends from your soul to your pen! Without a passionate voice, you may as well put the pen and paper down and with your tail between your legs, turn around and go home!

The bottom line, you must have purpose and passion in what you write about. The benefit of this is threefold:
  • It will drive you on your journey so that you will always strive to accomplish your goals.
  • It will keep you going when times get tough and you open the mail to read one more rejection letter.
  • It will allow you to not only be true to yourself, but to the rest of humanity, as well.

A writer's passion can only be found by searching deep within himself to find what moves the spirit. If you are still confused, don't worry, it will come to you. Perhaps you need a muse! Mine has always been nature and the ocean. If you are blocked about what direction your writing should take you, take a stroll amidst nature and let the earth answer your calling. The answers can always be found within your own heart, if you have the courage to ask the questions!