How to Make a Living as a Writer

Some thoughts on other revenue streams to get you through the lean times

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A lot of people play with the idea of writing for a living. A few lucky people are born with fantastic connections that allow them to parley idiotic concepts like using sharks and tornadoes as the basis for a major film. Even when these films flop somehow there’s still enough cash left over for these people to relax, drink, and lounge around doing nothing.

For the rest of us, all that’s left is hard work.

But don’t lose hope. Nepotism determines who is awarded the most lucrative film, television and publishing contracts. But there are plenty of crumbs left over for the rest of us to eek out a living, as long as you don’t mind subsisting on Ramen noodles and the generosity of food pantries.

The sorry leftovers represent secure industries because the only people who would pursue them are those with a genuine passion and love for their craft. Plus, the work is too hard for the privileged entitled to ever bother with.

But hey, you’re writing and supporting yourself so you can’t complain! Right?

Here is a list of some ways to earn money while writing:

1. Novels, Screenplays, Etc.