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How can I get a real writer to write my story? Hire a ghost writer.

How Can I Get a Real Writer to Write My Story?

Posted on March 3, 2023April 7, 2023 by Molly Tyler

Writing a book—or any kind of work that you hope to publish—is a huge undertaking. Not everyone has the time or the skill to accomplish it, which is why ghost writing is a popular solution. Ghost writing services help people with ideas for books or articles to find an experienced writer to write their story…

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Is a Career in Creative Writing Right for Me?

Posted on February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 by Molly Tyler

Choosing a career path is a major decision. If you enjoy books, poems, and stories, you might be considering whether a career in creative writing is right for you. Here are some things to consider if you think you want to pursue a professional writing career. 4 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a…

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How Much Money Do Writers Make?

Posted on September 12, 2020July 20, 2021 by Molly Tyler

When pursuing any kind of creative career, money is always a concern. If not for you, then probably at least for friends or relatives. There’s nothing more exhausting than answering the question, “So, how are you going to make money doing that?” over and over again. While the starving artist persona may seem romantic for…

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Should You Get an MFA? What You Need to Know

Posted on May 9, 2020July 20, 2021 by Molly Tyler

If you have a desire to become an author, you’ve probably wondered whether you should get an MFA in creative writing. After all, a lot of the professional writing advice you can find online encourages you to learn as much as you can about the craft and the business behind it. However, especially in the…

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Writing With a Full-Time Job: How to Make It Work

Posted on March 28, 2020March 21, 2022 by Molly Tyler

While most writers would probably love to be able to focus solely on their creative pursuits, the reality is that no one’s paying you to spend three years writing your novel. Very few can keep the lights on by their pens alone, especially when first starting out. For most, a full-time job is a must….

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Careers for Writers that Aren’t Teaching or Publishing

Posted on September 28, 2019April 19, 2025 by Molly Tyler

Going into undergraduate school, I only knew I wanted to be a writer. But writing a book was a lot harder and took a lot longer than I expected, and I knew I needed to find some way to pay my bills until my publishing dreams came true. The two most popular career paths for…

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My name's Molly — welcome to my blog! I received my B.A. in English in 2016 and my M.F.A. in Creative Writing in 2019. I currently work full time as a digital content marketer while tinkering away on a novel-in-progress in my free time. This blog is where I share techniques, tricks of the trade, and personal experiences related to my craft and career.

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