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Pitching, contracts, rights and running a freelance practice.
A good pitch is short, specific and easy to say yes to. This guide covers structure, subject lines, timing, follow-ups and how to build lasting relationships with editors.
Freelance agreements use terms that can be hard to parse. This guide lists common ones as questions to ask before you sign. It is general information, not legal advice.
There is no single right rate for freelance work. This guide offers a framework for thinking about per-word, per-day and per-project pricing, using clearly hypothetical numbers.
