How many have you read?

This is one of the most important daily practices for writers May 9, 2024 [The Writer’ s Life]( "Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hour days." — Zig Ziglar Hi {NAME}, Today I'm bringing back [a classic essay]( from Master Copywriter John Forde (which he graciously updated for us — thanks, John!) because reading is one of the most important daily success practices all writers should live by. THIS is how you get inspiration and ideas … This is how you learn how the greats do what they do … This is how you broaden your world and inform your thinking … And this is how you accelerate and deepen your success as a writer. And with John's list of 10 books every copywriter should read twice, you'll have plenty to get you started. 😉 How many have you already read? [Post in the comments]( — I'm so curious! And if you're ready to know — once and for all — if copywriting is for you or not … Check out this [virtual training](. You'll learn everything you need to know about our industry … All the things you can write about … Why the pay is so high … Why there's so much demand for copywriters … And the best part? You don't have to risk a penny. [Check out all the details here now …]( But do it now, enrollment closes at midnight tonight. Katie Yeakle Co-Founder and Executive Director AWAI Inside this issue: - [At Least 10 Books Every Copywriter Should Read — Twice]( - [Press This to Be a More Prolific, Productive, Profitable Writer]( - [How a Pizza Delivery Driver 'Split Test' His Way to a Copywriting Career]( 😎 AWAI members — I'd love to hear what practices you do to set yourself up for success. Let's continue the conversation over in our exclusive Facebook group. At Least 10 Books Every Copywriter Should Read — Twice By John Forde On my first day on the [job as a copywriter](, master marketer Bill Bonner handed me a stack of books. A collection I've long since lost in the sea of books, tapes, and videos — only some about marketing — that followed. I read them on lunch breaks and while eating dinner. I listened to the tapes in the car. I watched the videos on a borrowed TV (I had sworn off having one of my own at the time). Many were good. Some were better. A lot repeated the same principles over and over, which wasn't necessarily a bad thing. Today, I'd warn any new copywriter or marketer that you're not going to get a full career education from books alone. Nothing beats hands-on experience, actually writing and reading the promotional pieces you hope to emulate and, one day, beat. Still, if you're hoping to catch up fast … if you're looking for inspiration or ideas … even if you're looking for shortcuts … there are definitely books, jammed full of both theory and examples, that can get you there. 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Seems like an unsolvable problem. But, I found an unlikely way to balance all of this. And to be honest, it's made me a happier, more productive, calmer, and richer writer. It will probably do the same for you. What's the solution I found? Time tracking. [Continue reading here.]( Your ALL-ACCESS Key — Just $1! Get instant access to this exclusive B2B writing community and ALL their private resources, including … All the success roadmaps … All the writing templates … All the articles … All the how-to videos … All 150+ training webinars … The Forum, the Job Board, the tutorials, the tools … And much more![Go Here for More Details]( Living the Writer's Life: Michael Carr How a Pizza Delivery Driver 'Split Test' His Way to a Copywriting Career Michael Carr had just graduated from high school when he stumbled upon copywriting. Rather than wait until college was complete, he decided to study the craft while going full-time for his degree. He even did a stint as a pizza delivery driver using split tests to earn more tips! Since then, his writer's life has taken him from Baltimore to Lake Tahoe, Iceland, Spain, and now Poland. Through it all, Michael continues to "up" his game and get stronger results for his clients. [Read the rest of his story here.]( Our Best COS Offer Ever Is BACK! Our highest level of personalized, mentored learning keeps getting better. With more opportunities to spend "one-on-one" time with experts … More resources … And more paths to success … There's never been a better time to join Circle of Success. But here's the best part: We've made joining this elite group of writers easier and more affordable than it's ever been in its 20-year history. [Check this out.]( Featured Writing Jobs You can find these jobs and thousands more on [WritersWanted.com](: Content Writer — FOSSA Part-Time, Remote As a Content Writer, you'll be working directly with the Director of Content Marketing. 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