EFA Boston: What’s in the Works
September 11, 2017
Indu and I have some great fall talks lined up for you. So far, we have a talk on editing memoir with Melissa Wuske on September 27, one on editing…
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FAQ About EFA’s Revised Bylaws and Governance Model
June 18, 2024
We have prepared a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) to help members understand the bylaws changes that are being made to support our exciting new governance model.
Take a Breather with an EFA Webinar
July 23, 2024
If the blazing heat of midsummer or the chill dark of midwinter has you struggling to focus, you’re not alone. Fortunately, the EFA’s webinars are bite-size, and the low price...
Ghostwriting: Practical Advice from an Experienced Ghost
August 19, 2024
It was and is an open secret that almost all political, celebrity, and sports memoirs, business and thought leadership books, diet books, self-help books, and similar nonfiction titles are ghosted. A lot of popular fiction is too, especially books by brand-name authors and celebrities.More Recent Posts
Announcing the Public Launch of the New EFA Website
September 11, 2017
After much hard work on the part of many people, we are very excited to unveil this new website. As we began to think about a redesign, we drew on…
New site 2 years in the making ready to launch!
September 6, 2017
Welcome to the new site! After nearly two years, our member volunteers believe their hard work is ready to pay off for our professional organization. Your skills, participation, cooperation, and patience are what we’re still missing. Thanks for being here with the EFA.
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Members-Only Preview of New Website Begins
September 5, 2017
After much hard work on the part of many people, we are very excited to unveil this new website. As we began to think about a redesign, we drew on responses to a survey of the membership. Topping the member wishlist were easy navigation and a modern look and feel. The EFA hired the Affari…
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Discounts at forthcoming conferences!
August 16, 2017
EFA Members are entitled to discounts to the following conferences: Communication Central’s “Be a Better Freelancer” conference, Red Pencil 6: Tracking Changes in Editing, and The ASJA Writers Conference. Refer to the links for more information and discount codes. Communication Central’s 12th annual “Be a Better Freelancer” conference, September 15-16, 2017, in Rochester, NY. Colleague’s discount. Indicate that you are an…
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Tanya Gold joined by Indu Shanmugam Guzman co-coordinating EFA Boston
June 28, 2017
Much appreciation goes out to the volunteers who allow the Boston chapter of the EFA to exist. Thank you, Indu, for stepping up to assist with organizing the activity of this…
Moonlighting: A guide for the part time freelancer
November 23, 2016
I worked for ten years as a staff editor in a high-pressure job that required 12- to 14-hour days and a total commitment to the company. The job was excellent…
How much (work) is enough?
November 23, 2016
Conventional wisdom defines business success largely by company size; the steeper the growth curve, the better. But is this model appropriate for freelancers? Most freelancers in publishing work independently; the amount of work we can…
Westchester Chapter Seeks New Coordinator
February 23, 2016
Many thanks to Susan Rescigno, who started the Westchester EFA Chapter, but now must be moving on. Any EFA member in good standing who resides or works in the region…
Don’t miss the Tucson Festival of Books
January 14, 2016
EFA Southwest January Meeting: Planning for TFOB Tuesday, January 19, 2016 (5:15 pm) The January 19, 2016 meeting of the EFA Southwest Chapter will focus on planning for the Chapter’s…
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Office Closed Monday April 8.
The EFA Offices will be closed Monday, April 8, 2024. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 9. Job postings, discussion list subscriptions, and other customer service requests may not be responded to until then.
