Want to build your freelance writing career? This practical copywriting book is ideal for writers, journalists, copywriters and content writers who want to adapt their existing writing skils to copywriting for business. "A godsend - highly recommended" - Malcom Pryce, novelist.It explains the nuts and bolts of how to start a freelance copywriting business from scratch, find clients, set up a work pipeline, handle time and money, and survive and thrive on the freelance frontline. "Cuts to the chase - Ben Robinson, copywriter"If you're like most typical writers, you have awesome writing skills, but you're not so hot on the business side. Or you're unsure how to get a foot in the door and land your first commercial writing job. How to sell yourself confidently to business people. This book lifts the lid on business culture. Learn how to transfer, position and sell your skills. Working from home? Copywriting is the ideal flexible freelance job. Here's how to get started. Journalist, author, creative writing or journalism student? Discover a lucrative niche for your professional writing skills. New to freelance writing? Cut to the chase, follow the steps to launch your own writing business.Do you teach or provide career advice to writers? Get up to speed with this growing creative industries niche. "Perfect for my journalism students - Babs, journalism tutor. How to Launch a Freelance Copywriting Business is the perfect professional roadmap for writer entrepreneurs.But don’t take my word for it! Happy customers say:“Jules’ book cut to the chase and provided me with all the information, advice, and tips I needed to launch. Within days of following her advice, I was landing clients and earning money as my own boss, in charge of my own time.” Ben Robinson, Red Robin Copy"Clear, comprehensive, friendly and approachable down-to-earth manual... this book has it all. Highly recommended." Malcolm Pryce, novelistAbout the authorAward-winning writing professional Jules Horne transitioned from BBC journalism to copywriting and creative writing 20 years ago, and has never looked back. She teaches advanced writing skills at a UK university, runs her own copywriting, editorial and publishing business in Scotland, and helps writers to build their professional skills and living. Get this gold professional writing advice, and hit the ground running!What's inside★Creative Writing for Business★Workspace★Kit and Caboodle★Training and Learning★Launch★Build Your Business★Business Concepts and Culture★Day-to-Day Workflow★Legal Nuts and Bolts★Working for Yourself★A Creative's Guide to Business★The Job of Writing★SEO content and web basics★Grow Your Business★Starter Projects★Glossary ★★★HOW TO LAUNCH A FREELANCE COPYWRITING BUSINESS will give you the business foundations you need to get your freelance writing career off to the strongest possible start. ★★★More happy customers say:"Wish I'd had this book a few years ago... it's even more relevant now in these days of portfolio careers and the gig economy." Babs, award-winning novelist, university journalism teacher "Digs deep into the nitty-gritty of the copywriting profession." Claire Wingfield, writer and editor Favourite copywriting job:Chocolatier!Most unusual copywriting job:Deep sea diving.Special skill:Making SEO web content sound stylish.Top tip:Just start.