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Freelance Writer #1149 |
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Arts and Communications |
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Although working at home has its advantages, it requires discipline. Without a boss, it can be very easy to sneak in a nap after lunch or procrastinate. This writer has learned to avoid those pitfalls and has several books published.
Career Profile:
Writing is a passion for this Iowan. She freelances for the local newspaper as well as writes romance novels, which are read around the world. From her home office she is connected to editors and agents via telephone, email and fax. Although much of her day is devoted to writing, she must spend some time at the library researching the settings and characters for her novels.
Freelance Writer #1149
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| Why did you choose this career? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Why did you choose to write romance novels? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| What is your typical day like? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Do you write about real life experiences? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Is it realistic to expect to “make a living” doing this job? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| What is the most famous book you’ve written? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| How many books have you written? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Do you get to decide what is on the cover? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| What is the best part about your job? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Would you ever consider writing other books? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| What has been your favorite book to write? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| What was your college experience like? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Is it more important to be creative or a technically good writer? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Who is your favorite author? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| How much money can you make in this job? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Is there anything you don’t like about your job? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Who was your biggest inspiration growing up? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Are there any authors that inspire you? | AUDIO | TEXT |
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