EP. 83: Publishing Without a Platform: Writing Opportunities You Didn't Know Existed w/ Megan Conner
Ever look at your kid's school books and think, "Who writes all this stuff—and are they getting paid?" Today we're talking to Megan Connor, an editor, author, writing consultant, and graduate of Writing Off Social: The Course who has built a thriving writing career in places most writers never think to look—educational publishing, work-for-hire projects, devotionals, technical writing, and those "I Can Read"–style books that quietly teach kids everything from phonics to frog ecosystems. She's contributed to dozens of educational works, earned a steady income from her writing, and done it all without relying on social media. If you've ever thought, "I just want to write the words and get paid for the words," this episode is your sign. Listen in!
EP. 83: Publishing Without a Platform: Writing Opportunities You Didn't Know Existed with Megan Conner
Tune in to Hear:
How Megan accidentally stumbled into educational publishing and has since contributed to over 75 published works—without needing a social media following
What "work for hire" means for writers and how it offers a steady income stream
The one skill set you absolutely must develop before pitching to educational publishers
Why quality of writing matters more than follower counts in this market
Where to find legitimate work-for-hire opportunities and how to avoid common pitfalls when starting out in this market