Free Training: Freelance Copywriting 2.0
April 11, 2026 (03:56:38 am)

We’ve been working behind the scenes on one of our most ambitious initiatives to date — a complete reimagining of what’s possible for writers in 2026 and beyond. Join AWAI President Rebecca Matter and copywriting legend Nick Usborne this Friday, April 17th, at 10 a.m. ET to get inside this major development — and what it means for your copywriting career.

LAST CHANCE: $1 for FULL ACCESS
April 11, 2026 (03:00:50 am)

You could be up and going as a writer within a month — even if you’re just getting started… This blueprint shows you how. And if you decide to give it a shot, you’ll have every resource you’ll need to execute that blueprint for just $1.

LAST CHANCE: Make Money with Substack
April 10, 2026 (03:00:50 am)

If something about starting your own Substack — where you get to write on your terms, without clients, and finally get paid to share what you care about — sparked something in you… If you’ve been thinking, Maybe this is how I finally start… Then take the leap before this opportunity ends at midnight TONIGHT.

PROFIT at Our Next COS Town Hall
April 08, 2026 (07:00:36 pm)

COS members! Join us this Tuesday, April 14, at 1 p.m. ET for our next Town Hall meeting. We'll focus on how having a handle on certain metrics within your business will give you peace of mind and more control over your time, projects, and more. The details are on your COS member page.

Get Paid to Write About What Lights You Up
April 07, 2026 (03:00:54 am)

Imagine writing about whatever excites you most… and getting PAID. We're talking real monthly income, even if you’re starting from scratch. Even better: You can be up and writing — fast — thanks to this writer-friendly platform, which makes it possible.

April Issue: YOU! ($$$$)
By Mindy McHorse
April 04, 2026 (06:10:10 pm)

What if your most honest thoughts, quirks, and passions were the very things that got you paid? Wait till you see this month’s issue… you’ll find all kinds of writers turning personal stories into income — from writing about historic houses to travel cooking to pet loss and positivity.

Try This for a Dollar
April 04, 2026 (03:00:54 am)

You can start building your career as a professional writer within a month — even if you have no experience with this blueprint. Check it out for yourself… And if you decide to give it a shot, you’ll gain access to every resource you’ll need to execute that blueprint for just a dollar.

TODAY: Get a PAID byline!
By Rebecca Matter
April 03, 2026 (07:09:45 pm)

I’m opening up access to my workshop … where I’ll personally teach you my own process and give you my template I use to write content for AWAI, Copyblogger, Writer’s Digest, and others.

Closing: Get Paid to Write Case Studies
April 02, 2026 (03:00:36 am)

If you want a fun way to get up and running as a writer… Or you want an in-demand project to add to your existing list of services — that does NOT involve selling at all… It’s time to grab our case study training program with Casey Hibbard while you can still save $200! Once the doors close, that’s it!

Write a 2-Page Story → Invoice $1,500
March 30, 2026 (03:00:00 pm)

If you like telling stories, then you’ll love this. You’ll write a two-page story… You’ll invoice $1,500 every time you do… Each company you choose to write for will want numerous stories… AND it’s one of the best ways to get your “foot in the door” for many other well-paying projects.

PLAYBACK: How to Thrive as a Copywriter in 2026 and Beyond
March 23, 2026 (03:28:36 pm)

A new kind of writer is taking over in 2026, and it’s creating a massive opportunity for anyone smart enough to move fast. Listen in as AWAI Executive Director Katie Yeakle and A-level copywriter Guillermo Rubio walk you through what you need to know to become one of these new copywriters.

Living the Writer's Life: Donna Kaluzniak
By Mindy McHorse
March 18, 2026 (05:07:21 am)

Donna Kaluzniak’s journey to the writer’s life is happy proof that you can make any niche your focus as a writer. Even as life’s twists and turns brought her a 36-year career outside of the writing world, her longtime love of writing surfaced as retirement neared. Read on to discover how Donna established herself in a unique niche complete with fear-free, well-paid writing jobs.

Winners of AWAI’s February New Writers Contest
March 18, 2026 (04:50:44 am)

Pam Foster is here today to announce the names of the winners for the February new writers contest! Check out Pam’s short video for the winners and brief insights about why each of these winning submissions impressed her.

Success Story Interview: Tammica Dowd
March 11, 2026 (05:12:58 am)

COS member Tammica Dowd joins AWAI Executive Director Katie Yeakle to share a success story rooted in relationships, timing, and smart guidance. After 17 years of knowing a former contact, Tammica recently reconnected — and that renewed relationship led to an exciting new client opportunity that helped move her career forward.

March Issue: Too late? Too old?
By Mindy McHorse
March 07, 2026 (05:28:59 am)

If you’ve ever worried it’s “too late” to build your writing career … this month’s issue will happily prove you wrong! Mindy personally loves the twists and turns … and proof second acts can happen at ANY age or stage of life.

Success Story Interview: Cynthia Waine Brandt
March 06, 2026 (05:00:39 am)

In this Inside AWAI interview with Executive Director Katie Yeakle, Cynthia shares how she transitioned from a structured, analytical career into creative nonfiction — and how she wrote her book while intentionally building an audience at the same time. She explains why this “one-two punch” helped her gain momentum before publication, and how it shaped both her confidence and her reach as a writer.

Success Story Interview: Lisa Christoffel
March 04, 2026 (05:00:43 am)

B2B Writers International Managing Editor Lisa Christoffel joins AWAI Executive Director Katie Yeakle to share how she got her business off the ground and what helped her grow into the respected strategist and mentor she is today. She walks through the early decisions she made, how she positioned herself in the B2B space, and the marketing strategies that consistently brought her the right kind of clients.

Success Story Interview: Jon Stoltzfus From Rocket Scientist to Copy Chief: Building Winning Copy Through Strategy and Process
February 27, 2026 (05:33:16 am)

If you’ve been part of the AWAI community for any length of time, you’ve likely heard of Jon Stoltzfus — the former rocket scientist who built a highly successful career as a copywriter and marketing strategist. Today, Jon serves as a copy chief and strategist in the financial and information marketing niches, where he not only writes winning copy, but trains and guides junior writers as well. In this Inside AWAI conversation with Executive Director Katie Yeakle, Jon shares how he first made the transition into copywriting, what helped him gain traction early on, and how his analytical background shaped the way he approaches strategy and messaging.

Success Story Interview: Cindy Cyr Using AI as a Strategic Partner to Get Unstuck, Regain Momentum, and Move Forward
February 25, 2026 (05:35:43 am)

Cindy Cyr is a copywriter, marketing strategist, and COS member who knows what it’s like to make progress — and then suddenly feel stuck. Despite steady momentum in her business, a combination of professional roadblocks and personal challenges left her feeling deflated and unsure of her next move. Everything began to shift when Cindy stopped viewing AI as a shortcut or writing tool and started using it as a strategic partner — a “second brain.” By learning how to work with AI differently, she found a way to move past blocks she couldn’t always identify, regain clarity, and reconnect with the excitement she once felt about her work.

Winners of AWAI’s January New Writers Contest
February 25, 2026 (04:47:54 am)

Pam Foster is here today to announce the names of the winners for the January new writers contest! Check out Pam’s short video for the winners and brief insights about why each of these winning submissions impressed her.