I’ve always loved reading. Eventually, I discovered writing. But then I discovered something I loved even more than reading or writing.
The Benefits of Working in the Publishing Industry
The first time I walked into a professional writing classroom I had it all figured out. As a fresh-eyed freshman, I would support myself after graduation solely with money made from freelancing. The acceptance letters would roll in every day. Why would I choose to
pursue a full-time job in the industry helping others get published instead of myself?
Advice From Estee
Earlier this semester, I attended the Maranatha Christian Writer’s Conference with my class. While I was there I made many valuable connections. One of the people I met was Estee Zandee, a PWR alum.
What I’ve Learned from the Student Paper
I scrape my fingers over my scalp, then turn aching eyes back to my computer monitor. For the next four or so hours, I know my Thursday evening will be a blur of editing articles, brainstorming titles, texting questions to writers, and working with The Echo team to create the best weekly newspaper we’re capable of producing.
How to Make Anything into Writing Material
Four of us sat outside the PWR classroom in Nussbaum, ready to learn from a publishing professional about freelance editing. I didn’t even want to become a freelance editor, but I was ready to take notes just the same.
PWR Student Named Most Promising Emerging Novelist
Christy Award-winning novelist DiAnn Mills is shown with Taylor University professional writing students Luke Wildman (left) and Brian Branscum at the closing banquet of the
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