Lonely planet: how to be a travel writer

Bursting with invaluable advice, this inspiring and practical guide, fully revised and updated in this new edition, is a must for anyone who yearns to write about travel, whether you aspire to make your living from it or simply enjoy jotting in a journal for posterity. You don't have to make money to profit from travel writing; sometimes the richest rewards are in the currency of experience. How to be a Travel Writer reveals the varied possibilities that travel writing offers, and inspires all travellers to take advantage of those opportunities. That's where the journey begins; where it takes you is up to you. Let legendary travel writer Don George show you the way with his invaluable tips on: The secrets of crafting a great travel story How to conduct pre-trip and on-the-road research Effective interviewing techniques How to get your name in print (and money in your bank account) Quirks of writing for newspapers, magazines, online and books Extensive listings of writers' resources & industry organisations Interviews with established writers, editors and agents