Remember the days of writing workshops?
Seasoned writers and editors will recall a time when they used to meet at coffee shops, libraries and lounges to discuss their latest writing projects, schlepping their totes stuffed with their latest manuscripts, complete with frayed edges, smeared ink and coffee stains to meetings to discuss new ideas and revisions.
This was a time when writing and editing was still done on paper and there was no such thing as an electronic version of anything.
How those days have changed. And while some writers and editors still prefer the experience of meeting face-to-face with colleagues to discuss their work and the tactile feeling of writing and editing on paper, many rely on the Internet to exercise their craft and connect with fellow professionals in the trade.
Virtual Professional Relationships
Thanks to the development of professional networking and freelance sites, the Internet is a great place for writers to expand their professional network, debut ideas, garner feedback and get work. Where else can you meet with authors of different backgrounds and fields of expertise from so many corners of the world to chat about your craft, discuss projects and broker publishing deals?
The World of E-Publishing
The Internet is also a fantastic place to publish your work. As print media struggles and the publishing industry continues to suffer, more writers and editors are turning to electronic media for work. Whether you want to create a blog, write articles for an online publication or publish an e-book, using the Internet as a vehicle for sharing your writing is a great way to make an income, plus you get the benefit of having great exposure to other authors and readers all over the world.
