Interview with Tonya Howe

1. When did you join AC?

January 7, 2007

2. Why did you join AC?

Because I heard a saying, "Find a way to make money at what you love to do and you'll never work a day in your life." (Something like that) So, since I love to write, I was looking for ways to get paid writing. I found "Writing Up" first, but wasn't impressed, then I found "Helium" and it was okay, but then I found Associated Content and submitted an article and got $12.00 for my first article! With the other sites you have to have a minimum before you get paid. With AC you get three paydays a week!

3. Who are your favorite CP's on AC?

I have several in my favorites and am subscribed to them, so it's hard to pick. Amy Brantley is probably everybody's favorite, then there's Carol Bengle Gilbert, Charlene Collins, Herstory, Genie Walker, SmokeRise and Rebecca Haughn. I love to read their articles, but my very favorite is my 19 year old daughter, Tiffany Rial, a chip off the old block! Lol.

4. What are some of your favorite articles on AC?

I'm not sure if you mean my favorite articles I wrote or others wrote. I love articles about AC, and how to do things on AC, they are quite helpful. My favorite articles deal with spiritual issues, health, and nutrition.

5. What do you enjoy writing about?

Amos the teddy bear, I write a series about him and his antics and it's very enjoyable. When I was in a writing group the ladies could not wait to hear what Amos was up to each week! I also like writing stories for people, as gifts. I'm just thrilled to be able to make money writing no matter what I'm writing about!

6. How do you choose your topics for writing?

I don't always choose them, sometimes they choose me. If I choose them, it's because I heard about something that I thought would make a good article and interest people, or I felt passionate about, and want to share. I am very interested in health and have been working on a health series, which falls into line with my dream to become a doctor of naturopathy.

7. Do you think AC could be a part time or full time job?