new freelancing book! + book tour dates!

[Michelle Goodman]

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Hi everyone,

In case you haven’t heard through my blog or Seattle-area
announcements, my new book from Seal Press -- (“sequel” to THE ANTI 9-
TO-5 GUIDE) -- is officially available in bookstores and online this
week. Part humor, all how-to, the book is intended for new and
seasoned freelance writers, editors, designers, illustrators,
photographers, programmers, publicists, marketing mavens, virtual
assistants, and anyone else looking to make a solid living as a self-
employed creative professional -- even in a down economy. (Here's the
Amazon page: http://tinyurl.com/49alcy)

WHERE TO CELEBRATE, PICK MY BRAIN, AND/OR HAVE ME SIGN THE BODY PART
OF YOUR CHOICE:

SEATTLE LAUNCH PARTY - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16
WHEN: 6 to 10 pm
WHAT: Reading and Q&A at 7 pm; schmoozing/boozing before and after
WHERE: Office Nomads, 1617 Boylston Ave, Second Floor, Seattle
CO-SPONSORS: Office Nomads and University Book Store
INFO: www.anti9to5guide.com or www.officenomads.com

SEATTLE READING AND BOOK SIGNING - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25
WHEN: 2 pm
WHAT: Me, you, podium, chairs, questions, answers, handshakes, hugs,
signed copies of the book
WHERE: Elliott Bay Book Company, 101 South Main Street, Seattle
CO-SPONSOR: Hedgebrook
INFO: www.anti9to5guide.com or http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

If you’re not local, feel free to tell your friends. More events in
Seattle, Portland (OR), and California in the works, as well as some
online events so I can reach my friends across the country. I'll email
dates and details as soon as I know more. You can also check my blog’s
events page for additional details: www.anti9to5guide.com/events.

WHAT OTHER CREATIVE PROS THINK:

“I love this book! I've never had a 9-to-5 job, but it took me years
to burn through my conditioning as a woman (that taught me my work
wasn't worth much), my conditioning as a Gen Xer (that taught me I
shouldn't take my work seriously), and my general fear of organization
and success. My So-Called Freelance Life would have saved me half a
decade of bumbling around. A must-read for established and hopeful
creative professionals.”
—Ariel Gore, author of How to Become a Famous Writer Before You're
Dead: Your Words in Print and Your Name in Lights

"Michelle is a freelancing superstar, and this guide is packed with
indispensable information and stories from the trenches. With advice
on everything from handling missed deadlines with grace, to creating a
killer portfolio, My So-Called Freelance Life will show you how to
make your dream career a reality and help you feel like you're not
alone in going solo."
—Lauren Bacon and Emira Mears, authors of The Boss of You: Everything
a Woman Needs to Know to Start, Run, and Maintain Her Own Business

"Honey, I'm so proud of you."
—Michelle's mom

Thanks as always for your interest and support!

xo,
Michelle

Michelle Goodman
Author, My So-Called Freelance Life
Author, The Anti 9-to-5 Guide
The freelance life blog: http://www.anti9to5guide.com
Work/life balance blog: http://blog.marketplace.nwsource.com/ninetothrive

[Michelle Goodman]