Be the “secret weapon” other writers need

and still get paid just as well August 6, 2024 [The Writer’ s Life]( "It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen." — John Wooden Hi {NAME}, When it comes to mega-successful writers, what do you think of? Many people picture the likes of Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, or even James Patterson locked away alone, in a remote cabin, churning out one bestseller after another. It's a romantic image, to be sure. But it's not quite accurate. The truth is … … behind every Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, or James Patterson, there's an entire TEAM of "unsung heroes" working quietly in the background to help make things happen. (I once read in an article that it takes a full team of SIXTEEN people to pump out all the bestsellers James Patterson writes!) And who's at the top of the list in that team, helping to drive the final draft home? The editor. It's the same in our industry. Every "A-list" copywriter you hear about … Every "million-dollar" writer you might aspire to emulate … They too have a team behind the scenes. But at the top of the list? The copyeditor. These folks are the true ["secret weapons"]( behind EVERY breakthrough marketing campaign you see or hear about. And it's why they're paid well. VERY well. And treated like gold. (You can learn more about how to join this elite rank of folks [here](.) This got me thinking … So often, we focus on how much money and freedom you can have by writing. But what if the key to leveling up YOUR career isn't about being that "A-lister" who's always in the spotlight … … and is instead about becoming one of these behind-the-scenes superheroes? What if YOU could become the "secret weapon" who turns good content into GREAT content that gets massive results? Because here's the thing — The demand for copyeditors is skyrocketing, especially in today's content-saturated digital world (thanks to AI!). And for those who master this all-important skill, the opportunities can be endless. So if you're the kind of person who loves sitting back, letting others take the spotlight (while you get paid well to help them get there) … Today's featured article will take you inside the life of a copyeditor, so you can learn more about this unique and fun way to make money in this industry — and improve your own writing at the same time. And if you're just getting started, [join our club for writers so you can begin your journey to well-paid writing …]( Along with the skills you need to start getting paid, you'll also be introduced to the variety of projects you can take on (including copyediting!) and connect with professional writers who can help you navigate the world of well-paid writing. [Get all the details here.]( The special offer expires at midnight! To your success, Rebecca Rebecca Matter President AWAI Inside this issue: - [How to Monetize Your Writing Skills (Without Writing a Word)]( - [Use These 7 Editing Tips to Make Any Copy Stronger]( - [Corporate Refugee Finds Six Figures as Copywriter]( How to Monetize Your Writing Skills (Without Writing a Word) By Kathryn Aragon As writers, we're constantly looking for new and exciting writing projects. But there's another way to monetize your writing skills that's both fun and rewarding — and that is to become a copyeditor. And if you want to take your writing to the next level, copyediting will actually help you become a better writer. Let's take a look at the copyeditor's job and how you can add this valuable skill to your writer's tool belt. [Continue reading here.]( CLOSING: Only Accepting New Writers Until Midnight Tonight! Get accepted into the Barefoot Writer Club by MIDNIGHT tonight to claim your "Getting Started" writing gifts, worth $363 – FREE! You're a good fit for the Barefoot Writer Club if … - You enjoy writing. - You want to make great money doing it. - You want control over what you write about and who you write for. But hurry … You only have until midnight tonight! [Get Accepted Here]( Use These 7 Editing Tips to Make Any Copy Stronger By Nan Hughes I'll never forget it … The word was "association." No, it wasn't a spelling bee failure. Instead, I'd misspelled it once in my copy on a direct-mail flyer. My boss was shocked, and rightfully so. I'd produced a 144-page annual catalog for him with zero reported errors … so his expectations of me were high. Unfortunately, the misspelling also went unnoticed by quality control at the printers and mailed out with the typo. The discovery was so embarrassing, I can still recall where I was when my boss yelled at me about it while I was on vacation at Walt Disney World. That was a long time ago. And I still absolutely loathe mistakes in copy. 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