As a freelance content writer, it’s critical to keep your skills sharp and your eyes on the changing market.  Each of these blogs offers the input and guidance you need to move your content writing forward.

#1: Social Media Examiner

With continuous updates, Social Media Examiner is the industry must-read. Since everything you write online will have some element of marketing to it, you’ll appreciate the insight and up-to-date info here.

#2: Copy Blogger

Copy Blogger is an interesting, insightful writers’ blog. You’ll learn trade secrets and straightforward ways to improve your copy–like how to include sales-like tones in non-salesy content.

Honestly, some days it feels like the advice on Copy Blogger is just what you need to get out of a rut. I remember once stumbling on an article about storytelling in marketing that completely changed how I approached landing page copy. It’s not always mind-blowing stuff, but those little tweaks you pick up do add up over the months. If you’re the type who needs practical, “do-this-now” tips, it’s kind of a goldmine. And it doesn’t talk down to you, which I appreciate more than I probably should.

#3: Freelance Writing Jobs

While Freelance Writing Jobs does a great job of pulling in leads, they also offer some groundbreaking content on the industry itself. Follow them, learn to blog, and find additional leads while you’re at it.

If you’re starting out or feeling a little stalled with pitches, this is a site you’ll circle back to. The job listings alone are worth bookmarking, but there’s this sense of camaraderie in the comments section—you get small reminders that everyone, even the seasoned pros, is navigating the same weird mix of self-promotion and quiet panic. Plus, every so often there’s a post about work-life boundaries that hits a little too close to home. That’s probably healthy, though. We all need the wakeup call from time to time.

#4: The Write Life

Content writing isn’t always about clients. There’s plenty to learn about how to mesh your “real” life with your freelance content writer career. The Write Life does a good job of providing updated information, while also connecting people to the realistic side of the business. Whether you are writing a novel or a sales letter, The Write Life is a good read.

#5: Grammar Girl

Keep your skills sharp by reading tips from Grammar Girl. If you want to improve your craft or just need to figure out how to map a sentence, this is the place to go.

Are you reading any good blogs? Which one has taught you the most about freelancing? Let us know in the comments!

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