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Writing Front of Book Articles

An editor from Boston magazine shows you how to write for the most popular section for freelancers

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Writing Front of Book Articles

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WHEN Wednesday, October 1, 7-10 pm

WHERE Offices of Boston Magazine, Boston, MA

PRICE
$65 ($50 for )
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Course Details

Make the short attention spans of magazine readers work for you by mastering the dark art of writing for front-of-book sections. These are often the most welcoming spots for freelancers, and editors are always in need of smart, snack-sized news and trend ideas to fill the pages. Whether you're a junior editor looking for more clips or a freelancer eager to double your assignments, this seminar will show you why the front of book is the place to cash in.

Short doesn't mean simple, though, and these sections have very specific needs. This seminar will teach you to spot irresistible ideas, pinpoint a magazine outlet, and produce witty, concise text that packs a punch. We'll explore nontraditional ways to present stories, plus how to use a FOB idea to amp up a feature pitch.

In this seminar, you will learn:

  • How to develop stories that work with magazines' months-long lead times
  • How to write dynamically in limited space
  • How to pitch editors
  • How to package your story creatively
  • How to spot a FOB idea and how to differentiate between that and a feature idea
  • How to use magazine back issues to guide your pitch

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Instructor Bio

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Paul Kix
Paul Kix is a senior editor at Boston magazine and a contributing writer at ESPN the Magazine, where his work is primarily published in the front of the book. He has also written for Salon and the Chicago Tribune.

Testimonials


Paul brought a wealth of experience to this course. He's experienced FOB writing both as a freelancer and as a magazine editor who fields story pitches. His informative style and passion for his work were refreshing. -- Stephen Daly

"The class was fast-moving, with tons of information and real-life examples that make FOB articles look like a great entrypoint for freelancers. Paul was funny, insightful and informative." -- Kate Daly

"Paul was accessible, engaging, and genuinely passionate about well-crafted writing. I learned foundational principles for pitching and writing FOB articles and how I could pitch Boston Magazine specifically." -- Catherine Saar

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