A memoir is one of the most intimate and emotional forms of storytelling. Writing about your life can feel daunting, as you seek to transform the jumble of memories in your mind into a cohes… Read More

Dear Mr. Higgonbottom, I have an idea for a nonfiction book I want to write. How do I know if it’s viable and worth developing? Dear Aspiring… Read More

You’ve spent the last couple of years researching your family history. You even hired a professional genealogist to track down the information you couldnâ€&trad… Read More

Unless you are a hermit or living under a rock, chances are you’ve created some form of social media content in your life. This, according to this blog post by Hubspot, me… Read More

Family history is one of the most rewarding projects you can start. For most people, it’s not just about creating a book of family history; it’s also ab… Read More

Dear Mr. Higgonbottom, How do you come up with blog topic ideas for your contentcampaigns? Dear Curious Content Creator,  Oh, the age-old str… Read More

Don’t you love stumbling upon an old family photo, and, suddenly, you’re transported back in time? Maybe it’s a picture of your late… Read More

These days it feels as if AI is everywhere—from chatbots helping with customer service to apps reminding us to drink water. So it’s no surprise that AI… Read More

Have you harbored dreams of writing a book…but found that you have too little time, or that you’re short on the necessary skills or energy? There&ac… Read More

As an author, you might feel overwhelmed when deciding how to publish your non-fiction book. Which route is best — taking the reins with the self-publishing or seeking the backing of a… Read More

Dear Mr. Higgonbottom, Do writers actually read books on writing? Do you have any good recommendations for quality books on writing? Dear Reader, Do writers actually read books on w… Read More

With the increasing pace of the world, executives, thought leaders, and busy professionals are more swamped with work than ever before. They often have a lot to say, but not enough time to s… Read More

The term “nonfiction” covers a lot of literary ground. It encompasses a spectrum of topics from the highly technical and objective to the highly emotional and subjective. From gu… Read More

The argument about AI replacing writers has been going on for some time now. The truth is that lots of different writers have been replaced by AI: marketers, blog writers, even reporters. Bu… Read More

Adulting… Friending… Googling… What do these things have in common? They all started out as nouns but have become commonly used verbs. While this “fad”… Read More

Things go wrong, and when they do, they can happen quickly. Knowing what to do in times of crisis is essential for an organization to remain resilient. That’s where SOPs (Standard Oper… Read More

Picture this: You’re a content marketing writer, and you’ve been tasked with managing your shipping company’s social media accounts. Not only that, but your manager makes i… Read More

Behind many beloved bestsellers and inspirational speeches, there were ghostwriters. Yet, the practice of ghostwriting often gets a bad rap. In reality, using a ghostwriter is a collabora… Read More

There’s no denying that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are a valuable investment for any business. But getting them written, and written well, can often be quite daunting. Som… Read More

Ever wondered if the soothing strains of a baseball organ could cure writer’s block? That’s exactly the question that came to TWFH writer, Barbara Adams’, mind when she was… Read More

Do you know how to cook? I do. And I don’t. I’m no chef, but I’m good at following recipes—and in 2024, all of my recipes come from online. Sure, I own a few cook… Read More

Ghostwriting once seemed like a mysterious, behind-the-scenes business with nameless writers inventing copy that other people would get credit for. Who were those writers? Nobody knew and… Read More

Dad jokes are infamous for their groan-inducing puns and predictable punchlines. These jokes are often seen as corny but endearing, embodying a type of humor that is both terrible and hilari… Read More

As you might already know, our team at The Writers For Hire likes to compare and think of a business’s SOPs as akin to a building’s structural support. Accordingly, both are esse… Read More

As the summer comes to an end, some of you may be considering a last hurrah road trip before the hustle and bustle of fall begins. Well, lucky for you, we have found a great article from exp… Read More

Though many of us thoroughly enjoy and benefit from the conveniences provided by the technological developments we’ve witnessed in our modern era, the information age is fraught with i… Read More

Memoirs and autobiographies hold a unique place in nonfiction writing as they offer profound insights into the lives and experiences of real individuals. When done well, memoirs and aut… Read More

The reality show “Project Bakeover,” starring chocolatier Steve Hodge (how do I get his job?) and the fabulous designer Tiffany Pratt, features a different failing bakery in each… Read More

When was the last time you actually sat down and wrote a letter by hand? If you’re like many digitally savvy Americans, it has likely been a while. The laborious process of traci… Read More

When was the last time you heard about a business’s data getting leaked? We’d hazard a guess that, unfortunately, it probably wasn’t that long ago. Even though remote and h… Read More

Family history books are more than a collection of dates and names; they are the stories of your ancestors and the times they lived in. Adding historical context to your family history bo… Read More

Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in email newsletters? Well, fear no more! This great article from GeekWire explains how a former Alexa engineer has solved the newsletter problem… Read More

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) stands as a cornerstone strategy for driving organic traffic and enhancing online visibility. At its… Read More

If you’re a cat enthusiast, like many members of our TWFH family, thoughts of your cat’s possible future as a CIA spy may have crossed your mind at one time or another. Althou… Read More

The saying “To be the best, you must learn from the best” rings as true today as ever, and who better to learn from than a Subject Matter Expert (SME)? That, however, is much… Read More

What’s the most interesting thing that’s ever happened to you? Or the funniest, or the strangest, or the scariest? What’s the biggest or hardest lesson you’ve ever le… Read More

How would you like to live in a place so secluded that your only neighbors are the tumbleweeds? In this article from The Eater (shared by our fearless leader, Wintress Odom), the author… Read More

The great thing about a handbook is that it’s, well, handy! Correction: The great thing about a handbook is that it’s handy when it’s up to date. An out-of-date handbook… Read More

We don’t know about you, but as writers, coffee is a must-have part of our day! We can’t help but wonder, though, if our morning caffeine ritual is doing more harm than good… Read More

How is your company perceived by the customers it wants to attract? Accurately answer that question and you’re describing your firm’s reputation. How did it come to have that… Read More

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of any successful organization—but they’re only as helpful and useful as they are managed and accessible. Thus, it’s v… Read More

Embarking on a genealogy research trip is an exciting adventure that can uncover rich histories and personal stories about your ancestors. Whether you’re tracing your roots across t… Read More

If you’ve been around teenagers lately, you’ve probably noticed their unconventional uses of certain words or phrases. For example, “tea” now means gossip (as in, &ld… Read More

Picture it: You’re at your desk, on your phone, doing what? Scrolling, scrolling, scrolling. All day long, we’re bombarded with content in all its glory and in all its form… Read More

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are a cornerstone of effective organizational management. They provide structured, systematic, and standardized guidance for the tasks and processes that… Read More

When most people think about writing an autobiography, they imagine leading an extraordinary life filled with adventure. What they often don’t realize is that everyone has a fascinatin… Read More

Color is a powerful tool for marketing—one that can be wielded by a company to achieve either fortune or misfortune. That’s because colors are deeply connected with human respons… Read More

There’s nothing worse than creating a well-planned marketing campaign only to see it fall far short of its conversion-rate goals. No matter how stellar your campaign is, conversion rat… Read More

Crafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is one of the most critical business functions for any organization. Getting SOPs right represents increased efficiency, cost savings, and impro… Read More

It’s hard to overstate the value of capturing and preserving a loved one’s own description of their journey through life.  You can accomplish this by creating a personal his… Read More