Do you think to be a writer can make money?

@airi75 (50)
Malaysia
March 28, 2008 5:13am CST
I like writing a story based on my experience. I also like to observe some else life and write it down into a story. Now, I'm thinking to write it seriously and publish it to be a story book. Do you think it can make money?
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8 responses
@danzer (2723)
• Philippines
28 Mar 08
Writing is one of the lucrative business if you have the right tools. Meaning, the connections to make it work. There are a lot of people who are not meant to be writers, but they have the tools to market it and become one of the bestseller. I am awed by the business savvy of Robert Kiyosaki who's not a writer but a bestseller in his business books! Keep up, and keep on!
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@airi75 (50)
• Malaysia
10 Apr 08
Yes...I should keep on this, coz its one of my big dream, thanks for your comment
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
28 Mar 08
Hello there airi, I think that it is definitely possible for anyone including yourself to become a writer and you can definitely make money out of it. If you talking about writing a book as you've mentioned, then I think you need to be serious about promoting your writings. Say you have a script already and would like to market your write-outs, you might want to approach a publisher house in your country or area and wait for them to read and approve or something. Should they be interested, they will strike out a deal with you but make sure you approach the right publishing house, instead of the cheating one just out to get easy money from your scripts and not paying you a penny. If you are not that confident to publish a book yet or write a book, you might want to venture into some writing sites and brush up on your writing. Sites like the one in my url profile page is great and I've brushed up my writings from the site. You can check out my profile page and the articles that I've written. I think that is the best way for me to improve my writings and who knows, I might be able to author a book someday. Don't give up on your dream and keep believing in yourself, I'm sure you can do it. Have a good day ;)
@airi75 (50)
• Malaysia
10 Apr 08
Hi zed_k4, thanks a lot for sharing with me about your experience in writing, I really appreciate it, its really help me to improve my confidence.
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
10 Apr 08
You are very much welcome there, ;). I'm really glad that I'm able to help you in the tiniest bit possible. Take care and keep believing in yourself, I'm sure you can go far. Thanks for putting me as "best response", I truly appreciate it. :)
@compumom (738)
• United States
28 Mar 08
If you like to write, you can earn money on the internet. I started taking internet writing seriously about a year ago. Currently I'm earning about $1,000 a month writing on the internet. About 1/2 of it is in passive/residual income and the other half I have to write articles in order to get paid. I started a website to show how I started making money on the internet. There are no secrets, just hard work. http://www.nojobformom.com Good Luck. Stick with your writing!
@airi75 (50)
• Malaysia
10 Apr 08
Wooowww so exciting....that's write I should stick with my dream to be a writer and start to seriously writing thru internet, Its good media, isnt it? Thanks a lot for sharing compumom, I'd like to have more discussion with you some other time.
@creationhub (3066)
• Malaysia
28 Mar 08
Yes, I believe that a writer can make money. In fact, if this is your passion, you should concentrate on it and write good articles and publish them. There are many publishers out there on the lookout for good writers and articles.
@airi75 (50)
• Malaysia
10 Apr 08
Thanks for your comment. I'll try to find good publisher who can help me.
@nanayangel (7879)
• Philippines
19 May 08
Hi there airi! I think that it is possible that you can earn money from writing based on your experience. Good luck!
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
19 May 08
That's an excellent thought. If you like writing and you feel you are gifted for it, then certainly put your efforts to it. It can make money and also let the world know of your writing qualities ! I wish you success !
@KrauseHome (36448)
• United States
15 Apr 08
Good Luck on doing this. It is always a nice Dream and desire to want to be a Writer and publish a Book or two. I know I would Love to be a Writer someday as well. All you need to do is start jotting down your ideas and put them in a notebook, or on a CD and start compiling all of your ideas to where you can eventually put it into Book form, and then look for a Publisher or publish it yourself and then try and find people who would be interested in reading your work. Wishing you the Best.
@anaknitatay (1335)
• Philippines
19 May 08
Yes, if you know how to market yourself right. Part of any business or professional endeavor is selling yourself and your work. So improve your craft and keep on writing but also learn about the ins and outs of the profession not only writing in general Good luck!