Linda Wasmer Andrews
Writing about •
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psychology
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mind/body connection
13 books
2,200 articles
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| Greetings from Linda Wasmer Andrews. I'm a freelance writer specializing in health, psychology, and the mind/body connection. Over the past two decades, I've built a national reputation as a dedicated, deadline-driven professional. Below are my answers to the questions prospective clients most often ask. If you have other questions, or if you have a writing project that you'd like to discuss, please drop me a line. I'll be glad to provide further information by email or set up a time when we can chat by phone. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Your Mind/Body ConnectionQ. What is your fee per word/hour/project? A. That varies. I'm always happy to provide a quote for
a specific project. If you're experienced at hiring freelance writers, you'll
find that my rates are quite reasonable. If you're new to this, please
keep in mind that professional writers charge rates similar to those
charged by other professionals. Q. Can you handle a tight deadline? A. Absolutely. I'm a full-time freelance writer who is available year-round.
Of course, my ability to accept a job on short notice depends on my other
assignments at that particular moment. However, I try to build enough flexibility
into my schedule to make room for the occasional rush job. I have an excellent track record
when it comes to meeting deadlines. Once the article has been turned in, I also
respond very promptly to requests for additional information or revisions when
needed. Q. Can you provide writing samples? A. No problem. I'm always happy to provide samples by
email, fax, or postal mail, whichever you prefer. By the way, you also can view
some of my writing on other websites by clicking on the links found on the Magazines
and Websites pages. However, I generally don't
post clips on my own site for two reasons: One, there are copyright
issues. Either someone else owns the rights, or I do and I hope to resell
them. Two, there are practical issues. I write on a wide range of topics
for diverse audiences. The clips that best showcase my ability to write
about stress management for adults, for example, are not necessarily the best
ones for showing my ability to write for teenagers or physicians. If you
ask to see clips, I'll put together a packet that's relevant to your
needs. Q. Can you suggest some story ideas? A. Of course. I'm always glad to develop tailor-made article proposals upon
request. It helps if you let me know as much as possible about your editorial
slant, audience, and timeline. The more I know about your publication or
website, the better I can custom-fit my suggestions to your needs. Q. What are your professional qualifications?
A. First and foremost, I've been writing about health and
psychology for more than two decades. Over the years, I've developed a
strong set of reporting and writing skills as well as an impressive
network of sources. Beyond that, I recently returned to school to
get a master's degree in health psychology. That degree increased my
knowledge base as a journalist. However, it also enhanced my
credibility as an expert in my own right in the areas of stress management
and mind/body wellness. Q. How can I be assured that your work will be accurate? A. Getting the
facts straight is at least as important to me as it is to you. My
reputation and livelihood depend on it. To ensure accuracy and
reliability, I double- and triple-check every fact. I interview
hundreds of clinicians, researchers, and other experts every year,
including some of the top physicians, psychologists, and scientists in
North America. I also scour research journals and government reports
for the most up-to-date and authoritative information. Q. Do you ever farm out the writing or critical research to subcontractors? A. Never. I assume that when someone hires me, they want
me to
do the work. I don't hand off critical tasks to
less experienced assistants. If I'm too busy to give a job my personal best
effort in the allotted time, I'll be up-front about the situation. In most
cases when this has happened in the past, I've been able to rearrange my
schedule or negotiate a new deadline. Q. You're in Albuquerque, and I'm in [wherever]. Should I worry about location? A. Not at all. I haven't worked for a New Mexican publisher since 1989. (I
don't have anything against my neighbors. It just turned out that way.) I have a
web URL, an email address, a phone number, a fax number, a FedEx account,
and even, as a last resort, a postal mail address. Staying in long-distance
contact is not a problem. Q. I want to look up your work in a database. What's the best search strategy? A. It helps to know that I've published under two bylines: Linda Wasmer
Andrews and Linda Wasmer Smith. When looking for my name with a search
engine or in a database, it's often simplest to use the search term
"Linda Wasmer," which picks up both. (This also finds any
mentions that take the form "Andrews, Linda Wasmer.") Q. Can you write copy for nontraditional media? A. I'm delighted you asked. I love a creative change of pace, so I'm
always eager to develop copy for calendars, posters, card decks, board
games, and other
nontraditional print media. It's fun for me, and it's often a highly
effective way for you to reach the public with a health- or psychology-related message. |
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