Resources

  Code of Fair Practice
[includes sample agreement & sample invoice]

The Freelance Editorial Association's Code of Fair Practice defines ethical standards and contract guidelines for editorial freelancers and clients. The Code is a resource that helps freelancers negotiate agreements and promotes fair business practices. It is available online at no charge.

  Publications

From time to time EFA publishes booklets on topics of professional interest to freelancers. Titles have included Grammatical Gleanings, Textbook Development as an Art and a Science, A Freelance Editor’s Guide to Book Production, Copyright and Permissions: What Every Writer and Editor Should Know, Résumés for Freelancers.

The bimonthly newsletter, The Freelancer, covers EFA meetings and activities and reports on issues of professional value to freelancers, seasoned with a little humor. The newsletter is free to members, but nonmembers may purchase subscriptions.

 Archived Articles on Freelancing

The Freelance Editorial Association News was published by the Freelance Editorial Association, which merged with EFA in 2000. Here you'll find some articles from past FEA newsletters that remain useful to freelancers.

  2005 National Conference Highlights

“Be a Better Freelancer—Take Your Business to New Heights” was EFA's first national conference in 10 years, and comments from participants were gratifying. One member said, “…people were friendly, I learned a lot, met new colleagues and touched base with long-term colleagues, and just plain enjoyed the camaraderie and learning experiences.”

 Some Common Rates
 IRS Rules Governing Independent Contractors
Links to Online References & Organizations