National Association of Independent Writers & Editors
Member Benefit #26
Easy Relationship Application (EZRA) is a database to house all of the information for your small business! EZRA was developed by Editorial Inspirations to meet the record keeping needs of freelancers and their businesses. And there’s a free 30-day trial available.
NAIWE members receive a $50 savings annually!
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Many people have excellent skills to sell, but are still not making it as successful freelancers. While a freelancer may be a top-notch writer, that person may lack the skills to be a successful business owner. The Six-Figure Freelancer can help you better manage your business!
Written from personal experience, Laura Briggs tells her proven strategies of going from a side hustle to a full-time freelancer in 13 months, and then to becoming a six-figure freelancer, even topping $200,000 after just four years.
However, she does leave the door open to modify her method to fit your personal situation. While Laura Briggs is a freelance writer, she brings in 19 freelance experts from other industries to contribute from their experience, providing numerous freelancers in a wide variety of professions with opportunities to share how they made six figures. Also, Laura explains how the reader’s goal may not be six figures, but how one can alter her method to reach your business goal.
Chapter 1 begins with evaluating where your business currently stands and setting realistic goals on where you want to go. While you may ultimately want to be a six-figure freelancer, this chapter shows how that may not be a realistic goal at this moment.
Once you have set your goals, chapter 2 helps to define your mindset, and perhaps change a few items that are limiting your current capabilities.
While only chapter 5 is directly related to marketing, all of the chapters relate to what a freelancer can do to maximize his time to make more money with better-paying clients.
The Six-Figure Freelancer is an excellent read that helps the reader to analyze all aspects of their business, assisting professional freelancers who are looking to take their business to the next level.
Catching Cold Volume 2: Redemption
Lem Moyé
Doctor Jon DeLeon and his team of eccentric CiliCold researchers continue their work, though now they exist in a hidden location. With good intentions, Meredith Doucette, Triple S Pharmaceuticals’ CEO, has reallocated her salary to the company’s charity branch, which some have seen as a controversial move while Cassandra Rhodes, Triple S Pharmaceuticals’ lead attorney, has been found not guilty of the murder of Cristen and is then hired by CiliCold.
For those who read volume 1 in this series and grew attached to some of the characters, this book continues the story with many of the same characters. However, Dr. Lem Moyé has written this book so that it can be read as a stand alone novel.
Catching Cold Volume 2: Redemption will be an entertaining read for those with a love of science and the corporate world. Written by a physician who has taught graduate classes in biostatistics, this novel has a realistic view of the scientific research world as it intertwines with corporate pharmaceutical companies, providing some great insights for the reader with a twist.
Catching Cold Volume 1: Breakthrough
Lem Moyé
Doctor Jon DeLeon is on an adventure of a lifetime: he thinks he can cure the common cold. In his personal life, Doctor DeLeon has a cordial relationship with his ex-wife, but he is devastated to discover that she is engaged and pregnant. Nevertheless, he tries to swallow this news and continue pursuing his dreams.
Yet, obstacles abound! With limited funds, the researchers at CiliCold, Doctor DeLeon’s research lab, push forward to a cure that other researchers gave up on years ago. The research lab is filled with quirky researchers, many of whom have lost credibility in the scientific community, leading to some entertaining scenarios and small talk.
Doctor DeLeon being preoccupied with his personal life and the financial instability of his lab is oblivious to the betrayals that take place inside his research lab.
Catching Cold Volume 1: Breakthrough is an enjoyable read, especially for those with a love of science. Written by a physician who has completed over 30 years of research, this novel has a realistic view of the scientific research world, providing some great insights for the reader.
Through the NAIWE discussion list, members can discuss important topics with fellow publishing professionals, and they can also reach out to others who have had similar experiences and who may offer the same type of work.
However, NAIWE members like to have fun too! NAIWE members chat about funny signs they saw while at the park or in a store and funny moments they had with a client.
NAIWE members are here to support and laugh with one another!
April Michelle Davis has been the executive director of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE) since 2018. Prior to that, she was NAIWE’s Social Media Marketing Expert. NAIWE is an association that focuses on career building for writers, editors, and other professionals in the publishing industry by developing multiple streams of income; it helps its members market their products and services through social media, newsletters, and more.
She is also the coordinator for the Virginia chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association, a lifetime member of the American Copy Editors Society, and a freelance editor, indexer, proofreader, and author. April Michelle has taught courses through her own company, Editorial Inspirations, as well as for associations and colleges on topics such as editing, indexing, grammar, writing, and creating macros.
Her credentials include a master’s degree in publishing from George Washington University and a bachelor’s degree in English from Messiah College, as well as certificates in editing (University of Virginia), book publishing (University of Virginia), and professional editing (EEI Communications).
April Michelle has shared her insights about her career development by contributing quotes and vignettes to several books. She has presented sessions on various editorial topics to many groups, including the Virginia Writers Club, the Communication Central conference, Randolph-Macon College, the Christian PEN: Proofreaders and Editors Network, the EFA, Copyediting newsletter, RavenCon, and the Hanover Book Festival. In addition, April Michelle has published four books.
Mavis and Trevor Gordon are hosting a four-day Christmas celebration at their renowned mansion for their friends. However, the celebratory mood is quickly replaced with tension when Mavis discovers the theft of a valuable bracelet and a priceless heirloom.
Mavis Gordon asks a guest, Darby Potter, who is also a member of the Security Task Force, to investigate, but when a murder occurs, Trevor Gordon brings in a private investigator to assist.
A Reunion of Death is a thriller written in the style of Agatha Christie’s writing. Although there is murder and mystery, it is fun and entertaining to read as well.
The design of the book cover, and even the interior of the book, gives the feeling of an Agatha Christie read. The front cover displays a snowy mansion with a golden bow in the left corner to emphasize that this book is set at Christmastime. The front cover includes a photo of Agatha Christie herself, and the back cover includes an image of an insightful detective. Inside, each chapter begins in the same typeface as the book title on the book cover, with its flowing cursive. The feeling the reader has even before setting eyes on a word provoke an appropriate feeling for this beautiful read!
Author Patricia Crandall writes in a light-hearted manner while developing the characters and giving them their own quirks. It is a quick read that will bring the reader along for an amusing ride!
Member Benefit #22
The Chicago Manual of Style (CMS) Online is the undisputed authority for style, usage, and grammar in an accessible online format. Completely searchable and easy to use, CMOS Online is available to individuals and small user groups, as well as academic, private, and public libraries, through annual, IP-based subscriptions. Subscribers receive full access to the latest two editions of CMOS, as well as access to the online CMOS Users Forum.
NAIWE members receive 20% off the book or online subscription!
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NAIWE is here to promote its members’ successes, and NAIWE is here to assist its members through their struggles. We at NAIWE provide a warm atmosphere to help one another whether it be to increase their marketing efforts or to grow in their skills.
NAIWE is home to publishing professionals of all varieties, allowing NAIWE members, many of whom are freelancers, to tap into our resources and areas of expertise.
April Michelle Davis has been the executive director of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE) since 2018. Prior to that, she was NAIWE’s Social Media Marketing Expert. NAIWE is an association that focuses on career building for writers, editors, and other professionals in the publishing industry by developing multiple streams of income; it helps its members market their products and services through social media, newsletters, and more.
She is also the coordinator for the Virginia chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association, a lifetime member of the American Copy Editors Society, and a freelance editor, indexer, proofreader, and author. April Michelle has taught courses through her own company, Editorial Inspirations, as well as for associations and colleges on topics such as editing, indexing, grammar, writing, and creating macros.
Her credentials include a master’s degree in publishing from George Washington University and a bachelor’s degree in English from Messiah College, as well as certificates in editing (University of Virginia), book publishing (University of Virginia), and professional editing (EEI Communications).
April Michelle has shared her insights about her career development by contributing quotes and vignettes to several books. She has presented sessions on various editorial topics to many groups, including the Virginia Writers Club, the Communication Central conference, Randolph-Macon College, the Christian PEN: Proofreaders and Editors Network, the EFA, Copyediting newsletter, RavenCon, and the Hanover Book Festival. In addition, April Michelle has published four books.
Member Benefit #24
NAIWE is pleased to promote Hilary Cadman’s online courses in PerfectIt and EndNote. Hilary has been editing and training for over 20 years. The courses combine videos, exercises, and quizzes, making it easy to track your progress. And lifetime access means you can return to the courses whenever you need to.
NAIWE members receive 25% off all courses!
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NAIWE is open to all people. Our members are publishing professionals who have been in the industry for many years, and our members are also those just starting out or interested in joining the publishing industry.
All of our members are treated with respect and valued within the NAIWE community, and we are thankful to have all of these voices.
April Michelle Davis has been the executive director of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE) since 2018. Prior to that, she was NAIWE’s Social Media Marketing Expert. NAIWE is an association that focuses on career building for writers, editors, and other professionals in the publishing industry by developing multiple streams of income; it helps its members market their products and services through social media, newsletters, and more.
She is also the coordinator for the Virginia chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association, a lifetime member of the American Copy Editors Society, and a freelance editor, indexer, proofreader, and author. April Michelle has taught courses through her own company, Editorial Inspirations, as well as for associations and colleges on topics such as editing, indexing, grammar, writing, and creating macros.
Her credentials include a master’s degree in publishing from George Washington University and a bachelor’s degree in English from Messiah College, as well as certificates in editing (University of Virginia), book publishing (University of Virginia), and professional editing (EEI Communications).
April Michelle has shared her insights about her career development by contributing quotes and vignettes to several books. She has presented sessions on various editorial topics to many groups, including the Virginia Writers Club, the Communication Central conference, Randolph-Macon College, the Christian PEN: Proofreaders and Editors Network, the EFA, Copyediting newsletter, RavenCon, and the Hanover Book Festival. In addition, April Michelle has published four books.
The Six-Figure Freelancer
A Reunion of Death