What’s the key to excelling in the cutthroat magazine industry?

I want to be a travel writer—can you help me find my path?

I’m coming to Nashville for the first time. What are the highlights I can’t miss?

After receiving these questions regularly for years, I thought it worthwhile to spend some time and cover these topics at length for you aspiring journalists and fellow writers alike. I hope you find them helpful! If you have suggestions for other eBook topics you’d like me to cover in the future, drop me a line via my contact page.

SO YOU WANNA BE A TRAVEL WRITER?

• Working for the biggest pubs in the biz
• An inside baseball look at the tricks of the trade
• How to pitch your ideas and get them noticed
• Tips on creating a strong online presence
• What are you worth? How to value your writing

MAGAZINE 101: BREAKING IN

• How to land your first magazine gig
• Where to find job leads and freelance work
• Tips to what publications are looking for
• Who to target and how to find them
• Crafting the perfect pitch

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO NASHVILLE

• Inside knowledge of the tastiest spots in town
• Cheers! The best places to drink and be merry
• Where to spot celebs across Nashville
• Music City venues you can’t miss
• BBQ, hot chicken, whiskey and other specialties

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

• Kristin’s guide to packing for any occasion
• From portraits to scenery – pro photography tips
• Gear and other product recommendations
• Travel hacks from top industry experts
• Tips for cheap and alternatives to hotels