How to be a travel writer / Don George and Janine Eberle

Includes bibliographical references.

Intro; Contents; Chapter 1: So you want to be a travel writer -- The rewards of travel writing; What do you want to write?; Do you have what it takes? -- Getting published -- Chapter 2: A short course in travel writing -- Finding your story -- Understanding travel trends -- Researching your story -- Shaping your story; Bringing your story to life -- Finding your style -- Rewriting and self-editing -- Chapter 3: Getting published -- Breaking into print media -- Writing for newspapers -- Writing for magazines -- Press trips and freebies -- Syndicating your stories -- Writing books -- Chapter 4: Writing a travel blog -- Why do you want to blog? -- Setting up your blog -- Writing your blog -- Monetizing your blog -- Chapter 5: Life on the road -- The realities of travel writing -- Making money as a travel writer -- Tools of the trade -- Career maintenance; Courses -- Basic administration -- Chapter 6: Becoming a travel photographer -- How photography helps your writing career; -- Choosing your gear -- Travel photography tips -- Chapter 7: Resources -- Online resources -- Resources for writers -- Online courses -- Reference and tools -- Travel trends and information; US resources -- UK resources -- Australian resources -- Sample paperwork -- Glossary About the authors -- Acknowledgements -- Back Cover

Bursting with invaluable advice, this fully updated guide is a must for anyone who has ever yearned to turn their travels into saleable tales. Travel writer Don George and editor Janine Eberle offer tips on everything from research, interviewing and blogging to pitching to publications and getting your name in print.