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It’s Not Too Late to Publish Your Bestseller!

March 25, 2015 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 1 Comment

Correct me if I’m wrong, but we all aspire to write a bestselling novel. Whether you’ve been writing for online or print, there is just something about seeing your name on a book – even better if that book makes it to the top of the charts!

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The sad truth is that many of us just can’t seem to get a novel done. There’s freelance work necessary to make a living. There are so many other things that keep getting in the way.

You may be at a point where you think of your novel as “could have been”, but guess what? It is not too late to publish your bestseller.

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Sure, you have to find the time to write, but take heart. Some of the most renowned authors were late bloomers. Some of them toiled for decades before achieving success.

If they can do it, so can you!

Here is an encouraging infographic that will show you examples of authors who struggled before reaching that status they have now.

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The next time you feel down and think you’ll never become the author you always wanted to be, take a look at this graphic. Tell yourself that you can still publish your novel. It’s never too late!

A Quick Guide to Freelance Writing Success

February 25, 2015 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 3 Comments

Everyone who enters the realm of freelance writing goes into it with the idea of being successful. Some may think it’s as easy as pie. Others may think it will take time. Seasoned freelance writers will know that the latter group is more accurate.

While there is no step-by-step foolproof guide applicable to all writers that will lead to freelance writing success, there are certain principles, which, if followed, can help new freelancers reach their goals. Even experienced writers who want to become more successful in their chosen field can benefit from these principles. [Read more…]

Famous Writers and Their “Opposite Habits”

February 12, 2015 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg Leave a Comment

They say that writers are creatures of habit, and while that may be a generalization, there is certainly some truth to that. We do know that some of the most famous writers have their own quirky habits.

Mark Twain liked to write lying down. Ernest Hemingway liked it the other way round – standing up. J.D. Salinger wrote naked.

You probably have your own weird habit, which you may or may not want everyone to know. (Don’t worry, we can keep a secret.)

Here’s a fun infographic about famous writers and their “opposite habits”. I say opposite because it compares the writers and how they do things differently. For example, Robert Frost and Franz Kafka wrote at night while Victor Hugo and Goethe liked to write in the morning.

Some writers live(d) on coffee, while others live(d) on tea.

Take a look. I’m sure you can relate.

(If the image is too small, just click on it to see the full size.)

So which writers are you most like?

Infographic credit: Bid4Papers

Weird Habits of Famous Writers

October 23, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 6 Comments

I’m sure you have your own habits when writing that are perceived as weird by others. It may be having to write only in bed (which I don’t think as weird at all, although I’ve heard it described as such). It could be that you can’t write on any other computer than your own, which again, I don’t find totally weird.

Some of the most famous writers we know, however had some really peculiar habits, and the guys at Ninja Essays have put together an infographic sharing those weird habits.

Before scrolling down, can you take a guess at what weird habits writers can have?

Anyhow, this may or may not shock you, but take a look at how some famous authors write. At the very least, you’ll find them amusing.

So what did you think about that? Do you have any of their habits, or something similar? What writing habits do you have that other people consider unusual?

Famous Books and Their Word Counts

August 27, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg Leave a Comment

Word count. That often dreaded, while at the same time appreciated, element of freelance writing.

For some content writers or bloggers, hitting their word count is a pain. For others, making sure that they don’t go over the word count can be a chore (especially if their editor is strict about not going over that number).

Still, for some, word count doesn’t really matter. To be honest, while I always take into consideration every client’s requirement for the number of words, I am not too bothered. I have that word count in mind as a general rule, but I just write and for some reason, I’m lucky to end up in the range of the required number. I think that’s experience doing the magic there.

How about you? How do you fare when it comes to word count?

On another note, have you ever thought about just how many words there are in your favorite books? I found an infographic showing the word count of famous books, and it’s interesting to see the comparison. Showcased authors include George R.R. Martin and J.K. Rowling. We know how long their books are…

The infographic also includes epic novels such as Ulysses, Bleak House, War and Peace, Les Miserables, and Gone With the Wind.

For shorter reads, take a look at the works of George Orwell, Charles Dickens, Ray Bradbury, and Ernest Hemingway.

Even if you don’t give a darn about the word count of these famous books, this infographic can add new titles to your reading list.

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Which of these works have you read? Which do you want to read after looking at the infographic?

Writing Tools of Famous Authors – Can You Relate?

July 30, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 4 Comments

You’re a writer, and you probably have your arsenal of tools which you can’t live without. One thing is for sure: we all have our preferences when it comes to go-to writing tools.

Our favorite authors are not exempt from this, and I found an infographic showcasing the writing tools of famous authors. It’s an interesting graphic simply because it shows just quirky writers can be and how it doesn’t matter how “weird” a habit may be. If you write well, who cares if you’ve got some habits that are not considered normal?

The infographic features the following authors:

George R.R. Martin
Neil Gaiman
J.K. Rowling
Agatha Christie
Danielle Steel
Stephen King
Quentin Tarantino
Mark Twain

Can you guess what their favorite writing tools are? Try before looking at the infographic below.

So which author would you say is your favorite? Which of the writing tools do you use?

Via Ninja Essays

Read Only if You Want to Write Better and Faster

July 16, 2014 by Freelance Writing Jobs 2 Comments

We all want to be better writers, right? I’m also willing to bet that, more than that, you want to write faster. After all, if you write better and faster, the more client work you can take on, and the more you can charge for your work.

There’s no lack of articles online – and offline – giving pieces of advice on how to write better and faster. We even published one recently – How to Become a Better Writer.

Today, I came across this infographic which can serve as a quick pick-me-upper and/or guide for those who want to write better and faster.

I agree with most points – especially number 9 (which obviously doesn’t apply to those who don’t drink) – but what do you think? As fellow writers, what can you say about this infographic? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments?

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What Writing Does to Your Brain [Infographic]

July 3, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg Leave a Comment

We’re all writers here, although we do sometimes struggle with how to call/label ourselves. One thing is for sure, though: we know that there are wonderful things that happen in our brains when we write.

However, have you ever really thought (or read) about what writing does to your brain?

I found this interesting, albeit not-so-recent, infographic about writing and your brain, and I thought I’d share it with you today. [Read more…]

You Are What You Read. What Does Your Bookshelf Contain?

June 18, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 2 Comments

One of my favorite quotes related to writing is from Stephen King (I think many of you know this by now):

If you don’t have time to read, you don’t have the time (or the tools) to write. Simple as that.

That is why, as busy as I am, I try my best to spend even a few minutes every day reading something that I want to read, and not merely something I have to read because of work. In my case, it’s usually fantasy or sci-fi, with the occasional blog/online publication I read for personal pleasure.

I don’t think I need to convince any of you of the importance of reading for writers. We all know that, don’t we?

This infographic makes things a bit more interesting, as it takes us into the homes of some public figures who are widely respected (although there may be arguable points when you go through the graphic), specifically taking a look at their bookshelves.

For sure, the books on display are just a small part of their collections, but it does give a curious mind some insight into the people highlighted. Take a look.

So what do you think? Were you surprised by any of the books on display? Can you relate to any of the individuals featured in the infographic? What does your bookshelf contain?

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The Distribution of English Letters in Words [Infographic]

June 11, 2014 by Noemi Tasarra-Twigg 3 Comments

This one’s for you word nerds. I ran across an infographic which shows the distribution of English letters in words, that is, how often the letters are used in the beginning, middle, and end of words.

While that may be something we don’t “worry” about on a regular basis, when I saw the title, I did start thinking about it. As you can imagine, I spent quite a bit of time looking at each letter in the infographic and thinking words containing them. I think you might find yourself doing the same thing…

You might be wondering how on earth the researcher came to this conclusion. Data analysis lies at the core, and if you really want to know the process, you can read the crucial points at prooffreader.com.