Some good stuff in WD Yearbook
If you're new to freelancing or looking for a refresher, consider picking up
Writer's Yearbook 2006.
Published by Writer's Digest, it's a good look at some important market
information, pitching ideas and copyright info. Here's a sampling from
the TOC:
•2005: The Year in Review (a look at the hot and cold magazine markets)
• What Editors Wont Tell You (But We Will) (good tips from top editors)
• Just the Facts, Maam (tips for easing through the fact-checking process)
• Know Your Copyrights
• Free Money (as in grants available)
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The Top 100 Markets for Magazine Writers (many are low-paying, but
there could be some small treasures and opportunities for niche writing)
• Mastering the Waiting Game (tips for needy writers coping with the interminable delays in the query process)