Will Write for Food

Book excerpt: Do you love both food and writing and want to know the secrets of bestselling cookbook authors, successful food bloggers and freelance writers? Noted journalist and writing instructor Dianne Jacob combines over 20 years of experience to teach you how to take your passion from the plate to the page. With tips for crafting your best work, getting published, and turning your passion into cash, Jacob will transform you from starving artist into well-fed writer. Whether you’ve been writing for years or are just starting out, this updated edition of Will Write for Food offers what you need to know to succeed and thrive, including: A new chapter on how to create a strong voice for your writing Diverse voices on the changing landscape of food writing How to self-publish your dream cookbook Building a social media following, with photography tips The keys to successful freelancing for publications and websites Engaging, provocative writing exercises to get the juices flowing