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Check out some of the following links  
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Free downloads, lots of really fabulous shareware at http://www.hotfiles.com Here, for example, you'll find some interesting free screensavers to download; WinZip for Windows 95/98/2000, v.6.3. Described as a 'must download' for handling archives. Also, WebFerret v.1 3001, a "handy and efficient way to use search engines" (e.g. Lycos, AltaVista, Excite, Hotbot, Webcrawler, Magellan, Yahoo, etc.). WebFerret uses your Internet connection to search the engines and brings back the results to your desktop. 

This site is also mentioned in Helpful Links on the main page. Any subject explained in seconds at www.wikipedia.org 

 
Some thought-provoking screensaver quotations can be downloaded free from www.cyber-nation.com – 50 different quotations to lift your spirits, well designed and colourful.
 
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If you are in the U.S., check out The Freelance Editorial Association, P.O. Box 380835, Cambridge, MA 02238-0835 for mission statement, benefits of member- 
ship for freelancers, etc. NB: Now merged with the Editorial Freelancers Association -- www.the-efa.org
 
With WebFerret, incidentally, you can easily find online freelance opportunities/work in publishing too! But don't forget your best link to the course that offers that vital bit extra, is fun to do, and is only available online:  
freelancers.co.uk 
 
Freelance editing and proofreading courses. Professional content and guaranteed enjoyment.
 

More recommended links: 

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-- Freelancers in the UK -- a site that promises to be everything a freelancer could want, and the No.1 site for freelancers. There could be as many as 800 pages when the site is finalized. Visit: www.freelancersintheuk.co.uk 

-- Writers' Forum is a major monthly resource for established and aspiring writers.  It covers the who, what, why, where, when and how on the craft of writing.  Features include celebrity author profiles, tips from renowned authors, events, holidays for writers, competitions, and much, much more. For more details visit: www.writers-forum.com 

-- A global directory of freelance writers. Writers can list their skills, writing experience, biography and, most importantly, contact information. Clients and editors can use the directory to find writers who exactly match their needs and contact them directly.  
http://www.FreelanceWriters.com 

--"Developing a second income is challenging, but it puts you in control of your future. If you provide the enthusiasm, we will provide ideas and resources". 
http://www.2ndjobshopping.com/ 

-- The Writers Digest Site: 
http://www.writersdigest.com 

  The original, award-winning UK job search and jobs by email service. Covers 35 industry sectors.  
http://www.jobsite.co.uk 

  Visit the American Copy Editors Society. Check out their Words on Words link for advice, tips on editing (www.copydesk.org/editorsink/words.htm) or a fabulous References section  where you'll find clip art, quotes of the day, common English errors, phrases and their origins, great links for editors, maps, news, science and more! 

  A very good resource site for authors, publishers and anyone interested in writing, getting published, and some poetry; includes a critique service for writers, and books of interest you can order too! Find  it at author.co.uk - for the business of writing and publishing.  

  If you're a writer, you'll also like The Writer's Nook, an online workshop and resource for writers: many features and services. 
The European Federation of Freelance Writers 
Why not become a member of The European Federation of Freelance Writers? Membership is open to freelance journalists, feature writers and authors throughout Europe. There's a wide range of benefits including insurance and discounted Internet access. The Federation provides professional support for all writers but specifically: 

  • Freelance or part-time writersPress Card
  • Freelance or part-time journalists
  • Authors (fiction and non-fiction)
  • Trade and technical writers
  • Authors of scientific papers
You can get your own press card too! 
 

Add your LINK to this site today? Let me know 
 
   Thanks to John Th. for this helpful link idea: 

How about a link to http://www.journalism.co.uk - this site features a  searchable database of current editorial vacancies in the UK (including freelance opportunities) plus a database of freelance journalists searchable by skill, specialism, name and location. 

www.smarterwork.com  

 Have a look at this site, which may be able to help you with finding work.  

www.freelancers.net  

Also, another site you'll find interesting, though these are different kinds of freelance opportunities. This site is particularly well organised. (I've heard that name before somewhere!) 

www.the-efa.org  

When the Editorial Freelancers Association asked for a reciprocal link with Freelancers.co.uk, that is something to be proud of, even something of an honour.  Do visit this site, of particular interest to US freelancers, billed as "The Professional Resource for Editorial Freelancers."  

http://www.worldwidefreelance.com/  

The 'Worldwide Freelance Writer' website lists paying writing markets all over the world.  We also have a free newsletter and articles on how to sell your writing overseas.   

We have markets listed from Australia, Brazil, British West Indies, Czechoslovakia, Egypt, England, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Jordan, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, Russia, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates.   

www.greatunpublished.com/writers.htm  

If you get a chance, you should really check out this site for writers. They have a lot of useful information. 

www.freelancejournalist.co.uk  

Freelance Journalist .co.uk is a site aimed at helping journalists establish their own web sites -- an on-line directory for UK writers, photographers, editors, broadcasters and other journalists.  The site shows a page of information or more on each freelancer and includes contact information and e-mail links. 
  
www.writernetwork.com 

Do you want freelance work? Go to http://www.writernetwork.com for weekly freelance job and grant lists, books, software, message and discussion boards, classified ads, financial aids, and more. If you have a writer/editor-related website, make sure to join our site ring. 

Freelance writer jobs, books, financial services, software, and more at: http://writernetwork.com. 

www.globaltelecommute.com 

Telecommuting/teleworking is opening the way for a Global workplace. Check out the resources for both employees and employers at www.globaltelecommute.com. Be sure to visit the Links page, and sign up for the FREE e-zine.  
  
www.elance.com  
 
 A great place to look for, and bid for, freelance assignments. 
 
 

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