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To Blog or Not to Blog?

Warming up to the idea of blogging took me a good deal of time, and I can explain my reasoning in two short sentences: Every hour spent blogging is an hour I could be working on a paid project. Why would I spend time blogging (for FREE!) when I could be making money editing?

Posted on November 14, 2016 and filed under Articles, Featured Articles.

The Politics of Communicating [SURVEY]

No matter how you voted or how you're feeling about the outcome of the U.S. election, one thing is certain: We need strong communicators now more than ever.

Whether you're trying to understand those who feel differently than you, trying to successfully communicate your own ideas, or just trying to figure out how to have a basic conversation with someone who feels differently than you, it can be hard. It can be hard to figure out the best way to communicate our feelings, ideas, and beliefs, and in many ways, learning how to do these things is what being an English major is all about!

From conversations at Thanksgiving with loved ones that turn political to Facebook comment sections that spiral out of control, communication is happening everywhere. We want your advice and tips on how to best communicate with those who may have differing opinions.

Please fill out the survey below. Your name and response could be included in an upcoming article on DearEnglishMajor.com.

Thank you very much for sharing your insight and experience with our audience! It may take a few weeks for the article to be ready to publish, but thank you in advance. We will send an email to all contributors once the article is published and ready for viewing. 


Posted on November 12, 2016 and filed under Articles.

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Writers

Searching for the perfect writerly gift? You've come to the right place! Our gift guide for writers features dozens and dozens of unique products that the writer in your life is sure to love! From word games and silly swag to career development resources and writing tools, our guide has a little bit of everything. 

Posted on October 28, 2016 and filed under Articles, Featured Articles, Gift-Giving Guide, Gift Guides.

7 Publishing Tips From English Major Experts

For English majors hoping to get their writing noticed, the world of publishing can feel truly daunting! If you're an aspiring writer struggling with how to go about getting published, then check out these 7 tips and inspiring quotes from English majors who have firsthand experience in the various worlds of publishing that exist today.

Posted on October 16, 2016 and filed under Articles, Publishing, Featured Articles.