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Do you love to read? If so, you can make money reading books. Go straight to the yellow pages in your phone book and look up all the publishers; book publishers, magazines, newspapers, even publishers of directories. There are 21 of an assorted mix of publishers in the yellow pages of my phone book.The idea is to write to all of them and follow up with a phone call. By telling them you are a freelancer, you are educating them to the fact that you can be available at a moment’s notice because you have the flexibility a publisher needs, fitting in with their oftentimes unpredictable schedules.Chances are you won’t find a freelance job overnight, but you will be surprised at how receptive a publisher is to local talent. At least they know you reside in the immediate area and are available for hire. If at first they say “No” to your request to assist them in their daily projects, don’t give up. The secret to your success is turning “No” into a positive mind set. If they don’t need you now, they may need you later.Keep your publisher contacts in a Rolodex. Once a month email or call them to see if they need your services. It’s important for you to stay embedded in their mind. Sooner or later they will give you a book to read for review or a writing assignment or both. If they like your work, you will become their regular freelance reader/writer who will be called whenever they need help. I have two such clients and am enjoying consistent work due to their erratic schedules. The reason: phone calls and follow-up.The moral of the story is: You’ll never get paid for any freelance work if publishers don’t know you are available. Start making those phone calls.
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Pamela Beers is a freelance writer, educator, and horse afficionda. She has over 100 articles published in all three areas. Her freelance writing and marketing skills have helped others grow their business. Visit her website at www.pamelabeers.com
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