Tag Archives: Travel Writing

Planning For The (not too distant) Future

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Steven

It’s Halloween tonight, and children are starting to appear at the door with parents, friends and brothers and sisters to chaperone them.  I’m working on my website and thinking about a time in the not-too-distant future when all I will … Continue reading →

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My Query Letter For Your Consideration

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Steven

I’ve been hesitant to post this query letter.  It’s my first one, so naturally I’m concerned that it’s not as good as it should be.  But, since I’ve sent it out a few times now (without getting a response, I … Continue reading →

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(Writing) Plans For The Future

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Steven

I’ve been thinking about my upcoming trip to Italy.  This is the perfect opportunity to query editors about some of the places and things I plan to see.  I’ve been there before a few times, so I am familiar with … Continue reading →

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The Waiting For A Query Letter Reply Continues…

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Steven

No reply on the latest query letter yet.  And still no reply from Sunset magazine on the query letter I sent them.  So I must admit that I am a little discouraged.  However, I know that this process is all … Continue reading →

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Travel Article Query Letter – No Reply

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Steven

I’ve been waiting for 2 months – it really looks as though I can forget about a reply from Sunset Magazine.  I had a feeling when I sent it that they wouldn’t reply.  In my reading, I’ve learned that getting … Continue reading →

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More Ways To Earn Income (and why you should diversify)

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Steven

Now that I’ve gone over the various ways to deduct expenses (again, do your homework and get this part right!), it’s time to look at the many ways to earn an income as a travel writer.  I’m very focused on … Continue reading →

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Travel Query Letter #2 (No rest for the weary)

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Steven

It might be a while before I receive the verdict on my first query letter (sent 20 days ago).  There was no indication in the Writer’s Market (online version) as to how long I could expect to wait for a … Continue reading →

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How To Deduct Your Expenses When You Travel

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Steven

I’ve previously touched on the subject of expenses and (legal) deductions.  I’d like to provide a little more guidance on the correct way to structure your writing business so that you can stay out of trouble with the tax man … Continue reading →

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Writing, Traveling, Living (Part Two)

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Steven

Since I can’t sing, play an instrument or read palms, I need a way to earn a little extra money when I finally do get to pull up stakes and hit the road.  Right now, I’m fully employed, but that … Continue reading →

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My First Query Letter!

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Steven

Well, it’s out the door.  My first query letter has left my computer and gone out into the world.  I guess all that’s left is to wait for a response.  I’m curious to see how long it will take to … Continue reading →

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