Want to get more assignments? Follow these nine tips on getting published in magazines from Linda Formacelli at the Renegade Writer. "Disclaimer: In no way did I write these tips to eliminate the competition and ensure that there-s more work for me. This is the real deal. Follow them and watch my - er, I mean your - income soar!"

#1 is my favorite: "Always put a copyright symbol on your articles and queries. Don't be afraid that you'll insult the editor - you need to protect your work and your ideas, and the copyright symbol tells editors you're no sucker."