Want to get published or land a book deal? Join TEDx speaker and author Estelle Erasmus for smart writing tips, publishing insights, and behind-the-scenes advice for fiction writers, memoirists, and authors at every stage. Winner of the 2025 Podcast of the Year (Education) from the American Writing Awards, Freelance Writing Direct is your go-to podcast for writing tips, publishing advice, and insider strategies to help you get published—whether in essays, memoir, fiction, books, or journalism. Hosted by Estelle Erasmus—award-winning journalist, TEDx speaker, NYU writing professor, and author of Writing That Gets Noticed (named a 'Best Book for Writers' by Poets & Writers)—this show blends writing craft, career strategy, and behind-the-scenes publishing insight. Each week, Estelle shares short, practical episodes full of: Writing tips for essays, memoir, and books Pitch strategies that get editors' attention Publishing advice from agents and bestselling authors Solo episodes, coaching episodes and candid conversations with industry insiders Whether you're just starting your freelance writing journey or aiming for your next book deal, you'll find actionable tools, story prompts, and the momentum you need to grow your writing career. Listeners often ask: *How do I get published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, or WIRED? *What writing tips will make my voice stand out? *How do I find an agent or land a book deal? *What do editors actually want? *How do I shape my personal story for publication? You're in the right place. It's time to elevate your writing—with Freelance Writing Direct. 🎙️ About Estelle Erasmus Estelle Erasmus is an award-winning journalist, TEDx speaker, and author of Writing That Gets Noticed. She's a Contributing Editor for Writer's Digest, an adjunct writing professor at NYU, and the former editor-in-chief of five national magazines. Estelle's work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, WIRED, AARP, Next Avenue, and The Independent, among 150 other outlets. She is also the host of Freelance Writing Direct, named the 2025 Podcast of the Year in the Education category by the American Writing Awards. Learn more: estelleserasmus.com Newsletter: estelleserasmus.substack.com Social: @EstelleSErasmus on Instagram, X, Threads, and LinkedIn more

Ready to turn your love of writing into a successful copywriting career? Join professional copywriters Nicki Krawczyk, Kate Sitarz, and the Filthy Rich Writer team to get the tips, tools, and training to help you become a copywriter and build a thriving business of your own. Whether you want to land an on-staff job, freelance full-time and work from wherever you want, or make extra money with a side hustle, the best place to start learning is right here. Nicki and Kate have 20 and 10 years of experience, respectively, writing for multi-billion-dollar companies, solopreneurs, and every size business in between.To us, being 'filthy rich' means having a job you love, being good at what you do, and making great money doing it. So let's get started!Subscribe now and make sure you never miss an episode! more

A podcast about the art and business of freelance journalism, from the Institute for Independent Journalists.

The Savvy Scribe, a podcast for savvy nurse writers and creatives who want to grow a profitable freelance writing business. Hear some stories about life and entrepreneurship from your host, Janine Kelbach RNC-OB, and her guests. Each episode is jam-packed with actionable tips in growing your business, goal planning, freelancing, productivity, life tools, and many more! more

Ed Gandia, co-author of the bestselling book, The Wealthy Freelancer, reveals how to propel your writing business to the six-figure level (or the part-time equivalent). In this nuts-and-bolts, no-nonsense podcast, you'll discover how to get better clients, earn more in less time, and bring more freedom and joy into your writing business. Ed will walk you through the practical, 'doable' systems and strategies he has developed in his own writing business — the same systems he has taught his private coaching clients. He'll also show you what's working for other business writers by bringing you real case studies from the field. And he'll share all this information in an honest and transparent way, with no hype or fluff. Topics covered include: getting better and higher-paying clients; banishing the feast-or-famine cycle; doing more of the work that excites you; how to raise your fees and rates; boosting your productivity; making your business recession-proof; discovering and leveraging your strengths; finding your niche; pricing content writing projects; pricing copywriting projects; writing white papers; writing case studies; writing web copy; writing articles; and much more. more

Writers should get paid for doing what they love. Let's talk about how to make that happen. thedavidmcilroy.substack.com more

This isn't another podcast telling you to niche down and raise your rates. We're breaking down what top copywriters do differently to build brands that attract premium clients and diversified revenue—without burning out. Hosted by Copywriter Mentor Krystle Church, who's helped hundreds of copywriters grow their revenue with client work and launch diversified revenue streams — you'll get the strategies and revelations other shows aren't sharing, making you say → 'I wish someone had told me this sooner!' Plus, real-time strategies copywriters are testing in the field, and an honest look at what's actually working (and what's not) for today's top copywriters. If you're ready to get out from under that never-ending pile of client work—or you want to create and launch a digital product, template shop, or course successfully—you can stop looking because this show was made for you. Popular Guests Include: Amy Posner, Karina F. Daves, Nicole Culver, Prerna & Mayank of Content Bistro, Jen Szpigiel, Eman Ismail, Megan Smyth, Emma-Louise Parkes of The Ambitious Introvert, Jordan Schanda King of Easy Scaling, Rob Marsh of The Copywriter Club, Cait Scudder, Hannah Nieves, Kacia Ghetmiri, Shannon Matson of The Social Bungalow, and more. Popular Episode Topics Include: Marketing & Positioning for Copywriters, Finding Copywriting Clients, Pricing for Copywriters, Template Shop Launch Strategy, Scalable Offer & Digital Product Launch for Copywriters, How to Sell a Copywriting Course, Copywriting Industry Best Practices, How to Grow a Copywriting Business, Transitioning from Freelancer to Business Owner, Women in Entrepreneurship, Where to Find a Community for Copywriters, Email Marketing For Copywriters, Creating Bingeworthy Content, Personal Development for Marketers, Passive Income for Copywriters more

The Free Lancer is a show discussing all things publishing through a queer, social justice lens. It's for authors and editors navigating the industry in a heart-centered way—one that prioritizes care, relationship-building, and sustainable work practices over the relentless grind of capitalism, tech-bro culture, and AI promises. It explores how author and editor businesses can survive and thrive while also transforming the industry to fight for a better world. Season 2 is running fortnightly through to May 2026. Subscribe now and join the conversation. more

Freelance gives women the flexibility and freedom to make money in a way that Corporate America just can't. Join longtime freelance writer, journalist, and mom of three Ashley Cisneros Mejia as she interviews fellow women freelance writers and other freelance professionals about the business of freelancing. If you want to learn how to monetize your creative talents, make money on your own terms, and design a flexible life you love, this show is for you. Talk Freelance To Me: A Podcast for Women Freelancers Where Self-Employed Women Writers, Freelancers, and Solopreneurs Meet to Master the 1099 Contractor Lifestyle more

Nobody writes alone. This show is going to be different because it's real time marketing happenings. Inside Copy Chief we're rooted in the foundational stuff that's proven timeless, effective copy writing and marketing tactics. However, things change fast in this business and we're constantly examining what's making sales for people. more

Kaleigh Moore and Emma Siemasko have long shared a dream: to build the world's most fulfilling freelance writing businesses. Over the past 8 years, the two friends have become successful freelance writers, finding new clients (hello Salesforce Vogue Business); refining their service offerings; building six-figure businesses; and ultimately, creating their dream careers.Now, they're sharing everything they know and discussing what they've yet to find out. Why? Because they know you can build a great freelance writing business, too. But first, you gotta get real. On Freelance Writing Coach, Kaleigh and Emma discuss all things related to building a successful freelance writing business. Topics include things like client boundaries, digital products, rates, proposals, loneliness, and much more.Their promise? To tell it like it is. more

The show for those who want to build a successful freelance business. We are NOT about the hustle. We are NOT about the feast-or-famine cycle. We are about building a business. Deliberately. more

The Write Start teaches you everything you need to know to start and build a successful and profitable freelance writing career. In jam-packed episodes, professional writer Lisa Iannucci will chat with other professional non-fiction, fiction, essay, and memoir writers who will share secrets to their success and discuss the pitfalls and obstacles to having a successful writing career. Lisa will also share her personal experiences from her own career. You'll learn so much in this podcast and you'll keep coming back for more! It's time for The Write Start! more

Learn the ins and outs of being a freelance writer so you can work from home and bring in some extra $$$, on YOUR schedule. more

Each week on The RN2writer Show, you'll find inspiration, tips, and strategies for helping you launch and grow a freelance writing career. Whether you're an RN, LPN, LVN, NP, APRN - or even a different type of clinician (PA, LCSW, MD, etc.) - you'll find lots of tips, strategies and advice for launching or growing a freelance writing career.We'll be airing a variety of episode types to help you learn the writing industry, launch your business, and much more. Each week you can expect: • Interviews with successful nurse writers to inspire you and help you see the possibilities for this career path• Interviews with experts editors and content directors to demystify the writing industry and share their secrets for what makes someone their 'go-to' freelance writer• 10-minute coaching sessions, where Beth sits down with a nurse writer via Zoom and blasts through any obstacle that's impeding their progress• Tutorials that walk you through common freelance tasks• Occasional glimpses into La Vida Freelance to illustrate the fabulous lifestyle a writing career can afford youWe hope you'll join us! more