Writer’s Corner

“Give this to Pattie, she’ll fix it up - she’s good with words….” For years I imagined turning my love of descriptive wordsmithing into a profession — as a published writer.

One day I decided to stop dreaming and start doing something about making my lifelong interest into a real byline. I began with voicing my intention in my annual Christmas notes, penning these simple, but empowering words: “This year I am going to become a working writer.”

I wrote an email to the editor of a small weekly paper, sent her a few samples of my marketing copywriting and a published editorial (which was in response to another editorial from a frustrated father, who was bemoaning the general craziness of the movie industry’s rating systems and teen behavior). The initial query led to a phone conversation and a meeting. To my amazement, I was hired as a freelancer, and my journey to become a real journalist began!

Perhaps you are looking for a vibrant new feature writer, one with a nose for unique people profiles, who is adept at adding a touch of humor or a smidge of attitude. Click here to arrive at Hire a Writer, which has more information about my credentials and published writing samples.

Maybe you have a hankering to see if you have what it takes, to turn your words into a paycheck. If so, you’ll want to check out our Become a Writer private learning classes.

Either way, I thank you for tootling over to these pages, and wish you the best of luck in all your endeavors!

Pattie Simone

Writer l Speaker l Mentor