Writing Non-Fiction: The Essential Guide
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About this course
This course is designed for anyone interested in starting a career as a freelance writer, particularly in non-fiction. You'll learn how to generate ideas for articles, identify suitable markets, and effectively pitch your work to editors. The course also covers essential writing skills, including planning, researching, and the importance of editing, along with practical steps for submitting your articles successfully.
What you'll learn
- generate topic ideas for articles
- identify various magazine markets
- plan and research articles
- edit and proofread written work
- create a cover sheet and query letter for submissions
Course objectives
- help students start a freelance writing career
- teach the essentials of non-fiction writing
- provide a roadmap for successfully submitting work to editors
Skills you'll gain
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