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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Ghostwind" data-source="post: 1336056" data-attributes="member: 3060">Ultimately, it boils down to exactly what you just said, "experience". Sean will get the edge because he is an experienced writer and understands what the publisher is looking for. IF he is paid a higher wage than you (which would only result in a dollar or two if you are using the 100 word feat example from above), then it is because he has earned it based upon his previous work experience and the quality of his submission. But, unless he is willing to tell you what he was paid, you will not be privy to that information. Wages and salaries in publishing are just like wages in other occupations, they are considered confidential. No one writer should know what others have made on a book unless all are willing to accept that there may be pay differences. Now, if your submission is equally as good as his and shows potential, there is a very good possibility that you will receive a higher than average rate or that you will be considered for future work from that publisher. Much of being a freelance writer is about fostering contacts and goodwill. Freelancers who are too demanding, brash, or difficult to work with (even if they are brilliant writers) will have a harder road to success than writers who are patient, follow instructions carefully, and listen to what publishers have to say. Sometimes that means working for less at first until you have established yourself and your work ethic with that publisher. Ask any full-time freelancer about this and most will agree. Like any position with a company, you have to earn your rewards and raises through the work you do. Once you've done that, then the respect is easier to come by...</blockquote>

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