4 Ways to Get an Editor’s Attention When You Pitch
You wouldn’t show up at a job interview dressed in torn sweatpants and an unwashed, ratty old T-shirt, clutching a half-eaten meatball sub in one hand and a lit cigarette in the other, would you? Of course not. As far as editors are concerned, though, if you send a...
Use Photography Skills to Make Your Articles Worth More
Though I’ve never considered myself a professional photographer, I’ve always loved taking pictures. In fact, it was my love of travel writing that prompted me to improve my photography game. Here’s why… During the Ultimate Travel Writer’s Workshop in 2014, a...
How to Make the Most Out of a Single Destination
Many years ago, a longtime magazine editor gave me some advice that proved to be unquestionably valuable. "A place is not an idea, he told me, but a place can serve up multiple ideas." It's helped me improve as a writer (more focus equals a better story) and become a...
How to Promote Your Writing with Social Media
Maintaining and growing your social media presence is an essential part of being a travel writer. It’s one of the key factors in whether your stories attract readers. And if you’re writing for publications, your editors are going to expect it--it’s also a great way to...
Tips for a New Writer Starting Locally
I’ve always said it’s smart to write about your hometown before anywhere else. After all, you know your local area—who better to tell the story? Following are some tips for a new writer on a few things you should do and a few things you should steer clear of when...