About This Blog

This blog was created for more than one reason.  As well as giving you a insight into my life as an online freelance writer, I also wanted to “give a little something back” and dispense some advice and wisdom that I’ve picked up along the way.

Where my writing career started...

It took me nine months to get my first article published back in the days when magazine publishing was the best way to go and the internet didn’t exist.  I had to wait until the internet sprang into life before my own writing career could really take off in earnest.

After about five months of writing part time – around a full time job – I realised I was earning more by writing in my spare time than I ever could in that full time position.  I started writing full time in January 2008, and it’s been a wild ride since!  I’ve loved every moment and I wouldn’t have it any other way.  The work I get from clients is varied and for the most part very exciting and enjoyable to do, and I’ve written on subjects that I never thought I could previously.

... and how it has continued

I’ve learned a lot during the time I’ve been earning a living online – nearly two years all told now – and I’d like to help others taste some success of their own as well.  I started off not knowing anyone and not knowing where to go to get work – and I made it.  Why shouldn’t you?

So whether you are completely new to the world of writing, a frustrated writer who can’t quite get their foot in the door, or a seasoned freelancer, I hope over the coming months and years my experience will help you along on your own journey.

Because remember – we’re all on that same journey together.