Sable Lit Reviews

Many freelance guru’s point out that not all the freelance work exists in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. There’s plenty of work to be had in your own locale due to local magazines, newspapers and small businesses. Thanks to Craigslist, I landed a freelance contract with a local website and software applications company. I [...]

As writers we often hear the advice to write what we know. I may have started out that way but I often quickly find that my stories move into unknown territory. My first novel was differently based on experience but it wasn’t based on my experience alone. I added many layers that were not part [...]

A few weeks back I spent several weekends watching the entire six seasons of Sex and the City. Several of the episodes had a writer’s commentary. We’ve all heard of director’s cuts and commentaries as well as actors sharing their two cents. But, this was the first time I had a chance to hear a [...]

  If you enter any kind of self-employment scenario after having been employed for many years, it is very difficult to break free of the “aim to please” mindset. Sure, the circumstances are similar. If you want to keep your job, you make your employer happy. If you want to keep your business afloat then [...]

Many veteran freelance writers will tell you never write for free. That is excellent advice unless you are writing for yourself or you’re trying to break in with no clips to show prospective clients. If you are really that fresh, it may be necessary to write for free at least at first. I landed my [...]

The culture of human nature is so complex due to the various shades of gray. Marketing my writing skills and fettering out legitimate project leads are a huge part of my day to day tasks. Some days are better than others with a healthy list of potential job leads. However, every job seeker, entrepreneur or [...]

In Marta Acosta’s contemporary paranormal romance, The Bride of Casa Dracula, blood-lust, jealousy, first class wedding skepticism and thematic hints of chicklit stories past abound. Milagro De Los Santos is a hot Hispanic freelance writer on the fringes of the rich and famous vampire society with only a series of wedding rituals, a loyalty agreement [...]

When it comes to freelancing there is a lot to be said for timing, courage and faith.  With courage, I quit my job nearly 11 months ago on the belief that I could be a freelancer. Back in November, I even planned a vacation for this month when I had know idea where the money [...]

Last Friday, I did what everyone dreads this time of year. I sat down with the tax guy to review my tax obligation for 2008. In previous years, I daringly filed my own taxes using one of the leading tax software programs.  But this year with the interesting financial moves I made and having actually [...]

Like a timed test or a marathon, the production side of writing can really get your heart pumping and your head pounding as your breath quickens. As you push past your limits, your endurance builds and your writing muscle strengthens. Along the way, there’s a mental and physical exhaustion that others only experience on the [...]