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Have you considered writing articles, but you’re not sure what type to write? Linda Goldfarb and Linda Gilden talk about writing people-based articles, part one of a Deep Dive into Article Writing.

I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft. My industry expert is Linda Gilden – Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write, Why You Do What You Do, Words to Live By, Called to Speak, Articles, Articles, Articles, and several ghostwritten books. As a freelance editor and writing coach, working with publishers and individuals, she encourages others to make their writing the best it can be. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother of the six cutest grandchildren in the WORLD! Her greatest joy is the time spent with her family. Her favorite activity is floating in a pool with a good book surrounded by splashing children!

Writing People-Oriented Articles

The first people-oriented articles are - Personal Experiences.  

1 Why would anyone want to read/hear about my experiences?

2 Do I really have anything of value to say to others?

3 Who is your audience?

The second people-based articles are about Profiles.

4   What is the difference between a profile article and a personal experience article?

5   As a Christian writer, do I always have to write for Christian markets?

6   Where is the best place to pitch a personal experience or profile article?

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