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While writing it is not so easy to avoid jargon and cliches they are everywhere. Many writers think “If the shoe fits” use a cliche or a “tried and true” expression. One way to avoid these and other overused expressions is to look for novel and creative ways to say things. There are literally hundreds of cliches in the language that creep their way into writing. One should monitor their writing, or have someone else do it for them to be on the lookout for overused expressions that may creep into their Read the rest of this entry »

If you want to become a freelance writer you’ve got to get yourself straight before you start. If you’re going to make any money by writing you’ve got to know where to focus your efforts so we’ve put together a short list of things for you to consider.
Make a Plan: Before you jump off decide what you want to do. Are you aiming for fulltime or would you rather just moonlight? Decide how much you’re willing to put into writing and go from there.
Get Set Up: You need a desk, a place for writing and a good computer. Get wireless internet deals from a local provider and start reading blogs and trade publications about writing for money. This is how you make your contacts and learn where to get work.
Write for Money: Whether you want to blog or write fiction long term, you’ve got to do some “work” to make cash. Write for SEO, for trade magazines and even blogs, just find someone willing to pay you to write and do it. You’ll learn to think outside your box.

Today-s readers want action, not superfluous phrases. They want to read quickly, get to the point and move on with their day. Passive voice writing tends to have long sentences and difficult phrasing. The action is at the end of the sentence and most readers will give up reading the document before they finish the first line.

Using active voice gives the reader the important information right from the start with subject and action verbs. The reader knows who performs Read the rest of this entry »