From a.k.a writer
June 16, 2010 at 3:00 am
In the last few weeks, I’ve noticed the search terms “too poor to afford writing workshops” are leading people to this blog. Classes, professionally led workshops, conferences ... (
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From a.k.a writer
June 14, 2010 at 3:00 am
As soon as I saw the announcement for Alexander Salazar Fine Art, I knew I’d want to feature the owner, Alexander Salazar, here. Alex and I went to college together at Colorado ... (
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From a.k.a writer
June 9, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Whether it makes you want to hang by your fingernails or you love digging in to a pile of notes and edits, revisions are part of any writer’s life. Fortunately for me, I fall ... (
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From a.k.a writer
June 7, 2010 at 3:00 am
For today’s post, I sending you over to The Writer’s [Inner] Journey, where I have a guest post: Unconventional and Brilliant [Writing]: Make Characters Out of Your ... (
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From a.k.a writer
June 4, 2010 at 3:00 am
This week’s suggested reads revolve around writing, from an MFA program to trends in copywriting portfolios to interviews with writers about their processes. If you’re a lover ... (
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From a.k.a writer
June 2, 2010 at 8:26 pm
Now that my nieces and nephews are free for the summer and the temps in Denver are in the 90s, my thoughts are on poolside reading. Between a slew of copywriting work (thankfully) ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 31, 2010 at 3:00 am
This writer is taking the U.S. Memorial Day holiday to unplug the laptop and Blackberry. For those of you with a three-day (or longer) holiday, I hope you’ve had a chance ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 28, 2010 at 3:00 am
Like many people in the U.S., I’m taking advantage of the three-day Memorial Day weekend to unplug. I’ll be spending time with my family, giving my laptop a chance to cool ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 24, 2010 at 5:09 pm
While I’m focusing on a writing project in mid-June, I’d like to open this blog to you. Posts penned by guest writers will run June 18 – 28. Previous guest bloggers have ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 21, 2010 at 3:00 am
It’s going to be a gorgeous weekend in Denver and what am I going to be doing? Homework. Finishing critiques for a local workshop and diving into the pre-work required for the ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 19, 2010 at 3:00 am
While I wouldn’t describe myself as an all-or-nothing person, I’m not exactly known for having a steady, ramp-up approach to life. Friends and family know me as giving my all ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 14, 2010 at 3:00 am
Today is the Third Annual Writers Worth Day. What is Writers Worth Day? It’s an online campaign created by blogger and fellow freelancer Lori Widmer. It’s designed to promote ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 12, 2010 at 3:00 am
Since you had such memorable experiences to share regarding feedback you’ve received on your writing, I thought I’d turn the tables today. Let’s talk advice. It can be just ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 10, 2010 at 3:00 am
I don’t know about you, but drafting can be hard for me. I struggle to turn off that inner editor and critic. Once I do have a draft in hand, I love the process of editing, revising, ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 7, 2010 at 3:01 am
Due to a hectic schedule, I’m offering you only four recommended reads this week. If you’d like to more to read or if you’d like to discover some new blogs, check out the ... (
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From a.k.a writer
May 3, 2010 at 3:00 am
I’ve written about the attire of a writer before, so I won’t rehash that here. What’s on my mind this time is the difference between my clothing and that of the guys I’m ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 30, 2010 at 3:00 am
This week has flown by—and, yet, seemed really long. Maybe it’s because Denver weather is fluctuating between a sunny, 80 degrees and snow. Yup, snow. Monday (and May) will ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 29, 2010 at 3:00 am
Surrounded by boxes of pizza and eager interns, I felt a shock of recognition listening the communications manager who had agreed to speak to my charges. She said that finding ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 27, 2010 at 3:00 am
Type in fear + freelancing in Google and you’ll get more than 10 pages of links. Taking the leap from a full-time job to self-employment does require courage—or, at the very ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 23, 2010 at 3:00 am
This week’s Cognitive Connection is a bit eclectic, but it works here. There’s a link to a great online essay writing class, two interesting posts to an author sharing her ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 21, 2010 at 4:01 am
Written By Susan Johnston
When my brother read an early draft of my ebook, he was skeptical. “It’s good,” he said, “but maybe a little too good. Do you ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 20, 2010 at 3:00 am
In revisiting my post To Retreat or Not: The Writers’ Conference Question, I’m a little surprised that I was so bold in asking whether or not I should attend the Aspen Summer ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 16, 2010 at 3:00 am
Last week, I posted a poll to get your opinion on “Cognitive Connection.” While I didn’t get tons of feedback, a few people did take the time to email me, saying leave it ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 14, 2010 at 3:00 am
Writing great copy is adventure. It can have unexpected turns, leave you lost—and yet, there’s an exhilaration that comes with penning a sublime headline. However, regardless ... (
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From a.k.a writer
April 12, 2010 at 3:00 am
After reading your great comments in response to Go Local or Go Bust: The New Freelance Landscape, I was curious to learn more about how readers here are finding—and landing—work. This ... (
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