Journalism & Research

Guidance on breaking into magazine and newspaper writing, from pitching editors to conducting interviews. Articles cover research methods, event access and working with different publications.

Find Work with Specialist Magazines

Specialist magazines actively need freelance writers and often pay better rates than mainstream publications if you have real expertise in your subject.

Get Access to Events to Write Reviews

Freelance journalists can get free event access for reviews by contacting organizers and press officers directly instead of box office staff.

Get Interview Access for Journalism

Freelance journalists need to pitch themselves and track down interview subjects since they won't have an editor making calls for them.

How to Interview People

Learn practical techniques for conducting effective interviews, from research conversations to feature stories that people will remember.

Research for Your Articles or Books

Learn basic research techniques for writing articles and books, from vetting internet sources to identifying reliable information.

Work with a Newspaper Editor

Learn what newspaper editors expect from writers, including how to match your voice to the publication and follow its house style.

Write for Women's Magazines

Women's magazines buy millions of copies daily and need freelance writers, here's how to pitch them the stories they actually want.