"I was never paid for four months of work for Business Traveler USA, and when my lawyer sent a demand letter for payment, the publisher responded by suing me for slander and libel.
So, now, not only am I out for money invoiced and not paid but also…"
"Never, ever has this happened to me, whether in a Motel 6 or a Ritz Carlton. At a resort In Malaysia, they took my clothing off the bed, folded them onto the couch, tucked frangipani blossoms in the folds, and made my bed.
"I note that not only did Madelyn Miller not answer the question I posed (about how much she was paying for contributions to her various online publications), but the request for contributors to her new venture has been removed.
"So, will you be paying writers for submissions to CarLadyNews?
Those of us on "Media Only" are professional writers, and we don't write for "exposure", so please let us know what you're paying when you ask for writers!"
"I like Allan's suggestion. I went to Dorset with Thomas Hardy in hand, and explored Cornwall with Daphne du Maurier, not to mention Devon through Lorna Doone's eyes. An English countryside cottage, with train access to London for day trips might be…"
"Allan is absolutely right. outside philanthropists have been trying to "fix" Haiti for more than two centuries. Sustainability is the issue, and until the Haitians get a grip on their unique problems, whatever help is provided this time will again…"
"Emma: As a journalist, I do NOT have an "obligation to write and publish a story" about a hosted trip! As has been noted ad nauseum, sometimes trips aren't "worth" a story (mostly because the hype doesn't match up with what's actually delivered) and…"
I did like the comments about rookies drinking too much on press trips. I've seen that happen more often than I'd like to remember. Come to think of it, it wasn't always the rookies....."
Welcome, Susan, it's great to have you with us! I hope you'll take a few moments to explore the site and perhaps join some of the many groups that coincide with your interests. I'm looking forward to exchanging ideas with you, and staying in touch! best regards, Dave Appell
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