Whatever you want to do, never let money get in the way of it. If you can't find a book in your local library, then you can look online. If you've ever wanted to write a book, there are several free courses online to get you started to being a published author.
The Basics
Write 101
www.write101.com
Learning how to write is easy with this site. There are over 800 pages about writing, and they give a free writing lessons. Whatever subject you are interested in, romance, songwriting, business writing, they have it covered. Write 101 also offers a free newsletter with tips, resources, help for students, parents, businesses, and resumes. If you need to start from the beginning, this is the website to embrace.
The Good Part
Writer2Writer
www.writer2writer.com
Writer 2 Writer has the following free writing courses:
Outside The Square Fiction Workshop
This is a mini-course of what is in the complete version of the ebook. Written by Cheryl Wright, an Australian award-winning writer. A couple of the things that you will be learning is how to master creating a plot. Cheryl has a fool-proof technique that is sure to win over everyone you will send your manuscript to. Another part of the ebook is learning how to create characters, in which she describes as a secret and easy way.
Ebook Marketing Secrets Course
Publishing ebooks is very popular today, learn how to create and market your own ebook, and earn plenty of money.
Short Story Writing Workshop
This course gives you the basics of short story writing, but also relates to writing novels.
6 Steps To Create Your Own Products Online
A three part mini-course about creating your own ebook or information product and selling it online.
5 Part Copywriting Course
Copywriting is a very lucrative career. Learn the basics of copywriting and just how much money can be made.
Even Better
Digital-e
www.digital-e.biz/freecourses.html
Is a collaboration of Angela Booth and Birgitt Thursby. Angela Booth is an Australian journalist and author who writes about womens issues, technology and business. If you sign up for their free monthly ezine you will have access to three incredible mini-courses.
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