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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Starting in writing | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help me. For the last few years I have wanted to, and been told I should, ... A: Many thanks for your question and I must say your chosen topic is one that I am very much interested ... | |
| Copyright protection and on-line posting | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: Greetings! As a writer/artist with a slightly twisted sense of humor, I'm planning on posting some ... A: copyright is a tricky thing. the first thing I would mention is that if you are going to look for a ... | |
| How do i copywrite things i write? | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I'm Brian, I live in the U.S. but i see you live in Ireland, i hope you can still help me, as your ... A: Many thanks for your question. Everything you write is automatically copyrighted to you but there ... | |
| freelance writing | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a few questions about doing freelance writing. First, is it really possible for a person to ... A: Many thanks for your questions. When writing for magazines the rates of pay will vary and you will ... | |
| freeelance writing | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: what are four benefits to being a writer? A: Many thanks for your question. The answer for this question is probably different for every writer ... | |
| Writing | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: My name is Kristine. I am writing you this message hoping that you can help me. Yes, it does have to ... A: While I can't give you a speech I can give you a few pointers. You probably know in your head what ... | |
| getting started...oh my! | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Greetings. I am at a point in which freelancing in some field of writing is the best viable option ... A: Many thanks for your questions. First off there is a lot to learn when it comes to freelancing ... | |
| Career Paper for English class. | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school, writing a paper for English about the career I'd like. I'd like to be ... A: As a freelance writer your expenses will be your internet connection. This is the main expense that ... | |
| publishing and book tours | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I would just like to know if, when you have self published your book and later you give a publisher ... A: In relation to publishing no matter what route you choose, self published or publisher, it is your ... | |
| self publishing | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I don't know if this question is in your field, but I was wondering if, when an author decides to ... A: Many thanks for you question. The answer is yes. If you self publish you will be responsible for ... | |
| magazine, newspaper | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to write articles for a design magazine. The question I was hoping for advice is how to ... A: Congratulations on taking on the challenge of writing for magazines and good luck with that. When ... | |
| SEO articles, and hours | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: First, I'd like to thank you for sharing your expertise with us! I'm in the midst of a career ... A: Many thanks for your questions. SEO article writing is search engine optimized writing which is ... | |
| copywriting | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering what copywriting is and how can I go about getting paid experience as a copy writer? ... A: Many thanks for your question. Copywriting is essentially the art of selling with your writing. It ... | |
| Magazine Article | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I am 21 years old, and just starting out on what I hope will be a successful freelance writing ... A: Many thanks for your questions and congratulations on getting an editor to accept your proposal. I ... | |
| best copyright procedure | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: because my surname is not exactly one that would sell books, I am writing under a nom de plume. I am ... A: In relation to an ISBN this is only if you are publishing. You can self publish via Lulu.com which ... | |
| Key words | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I am a builder and am just getting into the world of technology so my products for my business ... A: Many thanks for your question and my apologies for the delay in getting back to you on this. ... | |
| Can one use credentials with a psuedonem or pen name? | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I am credentialed and an LPC (a licensed professional counselor) and am interested in writing mental ... A: Many thanks for your question and my apologies for the delay in replying. I have never used a pen ... | |
| Freelance writing for local magazines | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I love writing! What does it take to become a freelance writer? My topics of interest are: ... A: If writing for magazines is what you want to do then the first thing that you will have to learn is ... | |
| Freelance Writing and Holding Another Job | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: Your background and credentials seem perfect for the answers I am seeking. I also write SEO articles ... A: I totally understand where you are coming from and how frustrating it can be having to work at a day ... | |
| copyrighta dn nom de plume | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: because my surname is not exactly one that would sell books, I am writing under a nom de plume. I am ... A: My apologies for the delay in answering your question. If you are writing under a nom de plume then ... | |
| Grant writing | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a career in grant writing.can you suggest me a great book to read for grant writing ... A: Any experience that you get will be beneficial in the future even if it is for a non profit ... | |
| Grant writing | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a career in grant writing.can you suggest me a great book to read for grant writing ... A: Many thanks for your question in relation to grant writing. When it comes to grant writing I would ... | |
| "Critical" writing | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Evans: Do you know anything about how I could get into the field of critiquing films or ... A: Many thanks for your question and my apologies for the delay in answering. First off ... | |
| Direction... | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Writing is my passion. I already have a couple freelance sales [a contest and a commission] but I ... A: Copywriting is a learned skill but there are plenty of courses and blogs on the subject that can ... | |
Careers: Writing
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Amanda J Evans
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Expertise
As a freelance writer I can answer any questions you might have on becoming a freelance writer, writing for the web, setting up your own freelance writing business, SEO article writing, copywriting, website content, ebooks, finding freelance writing jobs, and much more. I DO NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS LOOKING FOR RE-WRITES.
Experience
I have been freelancing online since 2003 and I also run my own successful writing website where I offer advice and tips to aspiring freelancers. I am also a self published author of 2 writing related books.
Education/Credentials
My experience in freelancing online is what I call my credentials. I finished school and have a diploma in Nutrition which is one of the industries that I write for.
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