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Just read The Well Fed Writer

by mjsca07
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The book talks a great deal about how writing can be a springboard for an escape from the 9-5. I'm looking to see how much of the book has merit, from those who have read it. Thanks!
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  • Profile picture of the author angiecolee
    It was the book that launched my career.

    It takes work. HARD work.

    But I survived a layoff in LA and am a full-time copywriter now.
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    • Profile picture of the author mjsca07
      Originally Posted by angiecolee View Post

      It was the book that launched my career.

      It takes work. HARD work.

      But I survived a layoff in LA and am a full-time copywriter now.
      Wow, so the book holds a special place with you I bet!

      Did you have any experience before reading the book?

      Thanks for sharing your story.
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      • Profile picture of the author marciayudkin
        I have mentored copywriters for more than 15 years, and I have recommended this book to literally dozens of my clients (and others). It's extremely good and very grounded in reality.

        Marcia Yudkin
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      • Profile picture of the author angiecolee
        Originally Posted by mjsca07 View Post

        Wow, so the book holds a special place with you I bet!

        Did you have any experience before reading the book?

        Thanks for sharing your story.
        I had screenwriting experience before I read the book - it was a colleague in screenwriting that mentioned the book.

        A couple years ago, I actually met Peter when he came through the SF bay area. Very cool guy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Olympio
    Originally Posted by mjsca07 View Post

    The book talks a great deal about how writing can be a springboard for an escape from the 9-5. I'm looking to see how much of the book has merit, from those who have read it. Thanks!
    You do well to share your experience. My copywriter desir goes up with Joseph Sugarman book: THE ADWEEK COPYWRITING HANDBOOK. Wonderfull book for copywriter.
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  • Profile picture of the author Raydal
    Definitely one of the best all-around books on the freelance writer's life.
    It's a must read for any freelance copywriter. He shares a lot of practical
    experiences on dealing with clients and running a smooth business. This is
    not a "how to write copy" book, but how to run a copy business book.

    -Ray Edwards
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