How to Survive as a Broke-Ass Writer
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How to Survive as a Broke-Ass Writer: What Editors Want
Before I became a professional editor and journalist, I was a super green blogger trying to build an impressive portfolio. I have achieved all that I have because I had a few editors and writers in my life who were incredible mentors. Scott Schultz of L.A. RECORD and Thomas Murphy
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How to Survive as a Broke-Ass Writer: Dating and Relating
If you’re a writer, it probably means you’re a moody introspective introverted dork. I mean that in the kindest and most affectionate of ways, because I am one of you. Being a successful writer means you’ve probably learned the art of charm and can connect with pretty much anyone on the
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This Literary Magazine Release Party Will Be Epic!
The Huge Release Party for the Literary Magazine In case you haven’t heard, we just put out an incredible literary magazine called The Dreams I Dreamt: Letters to San Francisco thanks to a grant from the Civic Joy Fund. It’s a gift to San Francisco, where 19 of The City’s
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How to Survive as a Broke-Ass Writer: Using Your Domestic Awesomeness For Cool Side Jobs
There are grown people in this world who won’t know how to separate colors when washing clothes. There are people who cannot hand wash dishes without leaving food caked on the edges of plates and glasses. As a broke-ass writer and avid traveler, I started realizing that my domestic skills
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How to Survive As a Broke Ass Writer: Couch and Hostel Surfing
So, I’ve been on the road as a writer and musician for a little over a decade. The first time I officially became homeless I was 19 years old, and the first time I ran away from home was at age 15. I have always been a transient person. Working