One of my first concerns as a freelancer was the hours.  I started freelancing on the side while I did a full time job, understanding that within a few months, I would be quitting that job and moving to a new country.   I wanted freelancing to ease the transition.  It couldn’t be anywhere near full [...]

Last week we talked a little about the importance of building a Web site, and looked at the difference between blogs and static sites. If you’re ready to start creating your own Web site but aren’t sure how to get started, here are a few free site building tools you may want to check out.

Every freelancer should know what their per word rate is.  It is essential for negotiation with clients, selecting gigs, and making a decent and worthwhile income as a freelancer.  Don’t know what your rate is? Then it is time for you to find out!

If you want to start freelancing and you don’t already have your own Web site, I recommend you make building one your top priority! You’re going to be conducting a lot — if not all — of your business over the Internet, so building your Web presence is essential. Your own Web site makes it easy to apply for jobs [...]

On February 14, 2009, Kids Heart Authors Day is happening at an independent bookstore near you!
Step out and meet over 170 authors and illustrators of beloved children’s books at one of 40 locations across New England on Saturday and share a love of literature with those close to you.
From 10am to 12pm, authors and illustrators [...]

1) Check the First Syllable. The best reason to be a freelancer is in fact the freedom of it.  Like to work at night?  Check.  Early morning person?  Check.  Do you like to take a nap from 2:45 to 3:47?  Covered!  You decide your schedule, your workload, and you never have to ask for approval [...]