SPJ offering freelance writers forum

By on April 28th, 2008 In Professional Development, Writing

Ever feel the urge to take the plunge into freelancing? Hear full-time freelance writers Patricia Bathurst and Geri Koeppel discuss what to consider and what to expect before choosing this career path. Also, Arizona Republic editors Noelle Bowman and Debora Britz will talk about what makes a good (or not-so-good) freelance writer. Are you already a freelancer? Please join them to offer your insights as well.

The event is sponsored by the Valley of the Sun Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

The chapter will provide a free raffle ticket to each attendee for a chance to win a copy of the 2008 Writer’s Market, featuring all the information writers rely on year after year including the keys to successful query letters, advice on how much to charge, articles from successful writers and listings for book publishers, magazines, literary agents and more!

Where: Chevy’s Fresh Mex, 2560 E. Camelback Road (just east of 24th Street near the Biltmore), Phoenix
When: 6:30 p.m. May 13
Cost: $10; includes appetizers

RSVP: You must RSVP by May 8 to attend; e-mail gkoeppel@cox.net or call 480-897-0033.

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