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Does anyone have any theories why online editors get paid so much better than print editors (on average -- see mediabistro's salary survey), particularly editors who work in book publishing, when online editorial work is so much easier and requires so little skill?

My editor has increased my freelance load. Can I turn it down?

"A question for anyone familiar with Jane. For the "back stories" section, is it best to pitch first? or submt the entire essay? thanks."

"Does anyone recommend any of the current popular blogging software out there?"

"Who is usavoice.org?"