When your stories and photographs are published by newspapers and magazines, most likely you sign an agreement with the publisher. You should have a copy of the agreement filed somewhere. If not, you should download a copy and read it before publishing your next masterpiece. Every word and website is searchable these days. Darlene Dranda, Publisher

Every writer is an information detective. Well-researched writing will keep you on a publisher’s payroll. What drives most editors crazy are changes to last-minute submissions, not errors in grammar or storyline. As the writer, you may need to admit you bit off more than you could chew. When you take on an entry-level job without sufficient knowledge of the subject matter, BEWARE. Sooner or later,… Read More Freedom of the Press