May 13, 2010 12:26 AM BST
Hmmm. Like Marsha - and others I suspect - I thought I'd better take a look before commenting. And I appreciate Alexandre has posted the link in good faith. But ... from a writers point of view ... I have to say I'm underwhelmed thus far. I'm not trying to be deliberately harsh and appreciate the efforts of those trying to start a business online.
I do appreciate it's a new site but don't try to publicise a site before you start to populate it. Don't have a blog page if you haven't got a blog. A links page without a link? I didn't take the time to check but it had the feel of an economically built site on a freehosting type template. I could be doing them a disservice. But... [there goes that word again]... when you're a writer looking for the odd bit of paid work you have to have in the back of your mind this question: Whatever the rates of pay are, what is the percentage possibility of those rates being worthwhile? What increases that percentage is the professionalism that the site gives. The depth and clarity of information. The confidence it instills within you.
As things stand I couldn't endorse it. That said, if more info was posted that may be usefull.
I have absolutely no objection to people posting links on this forum for what may be worthwhile opportunities to earn money from your writing. As long as people don't mind the sites being appraised. Writing online is a very competitive area. Many promises are made...
Best wishes
Rae x
Yep, karri, you're right. The problem is this here innernet thingy. It's made the world a small place. I could easily end up competing for a paid article [wanting to be paid UK rates] with someone equally conversant in written English living in India or South America. The upside, of course, is that we start looking to be experts in a narrower field where competition is not so widespread...
You are more than welcome to post your work on this forum. All styles and all levels are welcome. All I ask is that it won't make my Granny blush...
We are a young fledgling group but you will attract feedback. If only from me! And whilst feedback tends to be general you can request a more objective critique.
Best wishes
Rae x