Clarissa Kemp Article Wins AWAI’s “Get Published–Get Paid”
LABS Workshop
By Pam Foster

Congratulations to Clarissa Kemp, the latest winner in our special program for new freelance writers — AWAI’s “Get Published–Get Paid” LABS Workshop.

This training program is for aspiring professional freelance writers learning the ropes of effective content writing through American Writers & Artists Institute (AWAI).

Participants were challenged to write a unique article specifically for AWAI readers, who are aspiring and working marketing copywriters and content specialists.

The challenge was to write an 800–1,000-word article that puts a fresh spin on the idea of writing articles that get published. Participants followed along as AWAI President Rebecca Matter explained the five-step process AWAI has been using for decades. They also scrutinized an article template along with a variety of articles from different writers, industries, and audience types. And they were encouraged to submit their best effort for the chance at a $400 prize.

The AWAI editorial team chose Clarissa’s winning post titled “Overcoming Doubt and Bridging the Gap: 5 Steps to Launch Your Writer’s Life.”

In the short video below, AWAI Learning Chief Pam Foster explains why Clarissa’s article stood above the rest.

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When Clarissa received the news that she had won, she said, “I’m so excited! AWAI LABS: ‘Get Published–Get Paid’ was a master class on writing articles. Rebecca’s advice on keeping the reader in mind and how to generate topics inspired me to take action and submit my first spec assignment. I wrote the article to a reader like myself — someone who wants to make that leap from wannabe to professional writer. I was nervous, but I knew that the act of submitting the article would be its own reward.”

Congratulations to Clarissa and to everyone who took the time to submit an entry. All participants who completed an article now have a finished sample of an in-demand project for their portfolio.

It can be your turn next! To enroll in our “Get Published–Get Paid” LABS Workshop, check out the details here.

To discover more opportunities to get paid as a writer, be sure to read our daily e-letter, The Writer’s Life, and visit AWAI to browse through our many copywriter training programs.