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About Cathy Clamp
Expertise
I'm happy to answer questions about any aspect of writing articles, short stories and novels, from the beginning kernel of an idea through completion. I can help with writing a query letter and synopsis to an agent or editor. I can explain publishing terminology and acronyms. I can also assist with questions about verifying the credentials of agents/publishers and how to proceed once you've been accepted for publication. I can teach the rules of formatting a manuscript, creating viable plots, characterization and flow in the following genres: romance, science fiction, fantasy, thrillers, suspense, horror, women's fiction, mainstream and mystery. I can also answer questions about writing for major print magazines in the outdoor genre (hunting/fishing/boating/travel.)
Experience
I'm a USA Today bestselling author of romance fiction in the Tor/Forge Books paranormal romance line. Along with a co-author, I've published twelve mass market novels since 2004, and have contracts for four more books through 2009. I've also published more than two dozen feature articles in leading outdoor magazines.
Organizations
Romance Writers of America, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, Western Outdoor Writers, Horror Writers of America, National Association of Legal Assistants.
Publications
Magazines--Guns & Ammo, Fur-Fish-Game, Rocky Mountain Game & Fish, Deer & Deer Hunting. Many others.
Novels--Tor/Forge Books, Western Reflections Publishing
Education/Credentials
Published Author. Published Freelance Writer. Certified Paralegal with specialities in intellectual property (copyright, trademark, patent) and real estate.
Awards and Honors
USA Today bestseller, Waldenbooks Mass Market Paperback Top 20 bestseller, Nielsen BookScan Top 20 bestseller, Romantic Times Best Werewolf Novel, 2005, Write Touch Readers Award, EVVY Award, The Lories Best Paranormal. Many others.
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Expert: Cathy Clamp - 10/10/2009
Question
Hi. Can you tell me if a bad economy affects freelance writers? I would guess yes because I can't imagine publications hiring/paying freelancers during this time. Thanks
Answer
Hi, Danielle!
I saw your question in the pool and thought I'd try to help out. Actually, the reverse is true. When the economy gets tight, a lot of places lay off full-time workers because the combination of salary, insurance and attendant costs are higher. It's much cheaper to hire freelance writers on an as-needed basis, because you only pay them as you need them. So, a bad economy is actually a really good time to begin the freelance process. If you need more information about how the process works, feel free to drop me a follow-up question.
Good luck!
Cathy
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