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Create More Freedom in Your Freelance Biz – Communication Central Conference September 2018

By Allyson Machate / August 21, 2018

Are you a freelance editor or writer? Thinking of becoming one? You don’t want to miss this professional-level event!

We are happy to announce that Ally will return once again to speak for the Communication Central Conference in September. This year’s theme is “Make Your Own Luck.” She is honored to be able to help out her fellow freelancers on a topic close to her heart: Creating More Freedom in Your Freelance Biz.

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Go from Shy to Sold and Get Published with Ally and MWA Baltimore – August 30, 2018

By Allyson Machate / August 15, 2018

One of the most common questions new writers ask is, “How do I get published?” But wow, there’s a lot to unpack from that one question! There are many routes to publication and a lot for the new author to navigate. Please join Ally and the Maryland Writer’s Association Baltimore chapter as she speaks with members about Querying, Proposing, and Getting Your Book Published.

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Put the Freedom in Freelance — May 30, 2018

By Allyson Machate / May 8, 2018

Frustrated that you aren’t enjoying as much freedom as you dreamed of when you first went freelance? Isn’t increased freedom in freelance work the whole point?

We are happy to announce that Ally will be teaching her webinar, “Create More Freedom in your Freelance Biz,” just in time for summer! So if you’ve been dreading your upcoming summer vacation or worse, avoiding taking one because you think you can’t, don’t miss this program hosted by the Editorial Freelancers Association.

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How Authors Go from Shy to Sold, A Webinar — April 11, 2018

By Allyson Machate / April 3, 2018

You’ve experienced the satisfaction of working hard to learn a craft and producing a quality piece of writing but now what? If you ever want anyone to read your work outside of your immediate circle of family and friends, you’ll need to get published. Though self-publishing is always an option, this talk focuses on how writers generally approach the submission process. Find out who really decides what gets published, how to approach them without getting the proverbial door slammed in your face, and what these gatekeepers expect from you besides your very best work. You’ll also get tips that will make your queries and proposals more effective for best results.

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An Introduction to Developmental Editing

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Introduction to Developmental Editing, A Webinar — April 3, 2018

By Allyson Machate / March 28, 2018

Calling all freelance editors! We are excited to announce that our very own Ally Machate was invited by the Editorial Freelancers Association to deliver her presentation, “An Introduction to Developmental Editing.” If you’re a copyeditor who’s been thinking about adding this level of service to your offerings, or if you’re new to freelance editing and are still figuring out what types of work you want to do, this entry level talk is for you.

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