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Hello! 👋 I’m Amy Suto, a bestselling author and Los Angeles + San Francisco content creator. Find your next job on my job board, 🛋️ CozyJobs!
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12 Steps to Quitting Your Shitty Agency Assistant Job
Are you an agency assistant? Do you want to be a writer? Quit your job. Now. Seriously. There’s a better way that will also make you 10x more money so you can make your art instead.
Book Review: The Minimalist Entrepreneur by Sahil Lavingia
Sahil Lavingia’s book The Minimalist Entrepreneur offers a great perspective on how to build small businesses that are actually profitable and sustainable — while still having control over your life. Here’s my book review and takeaways!
Working Remotely in Montepulciano, Italy
Want to work remotely in the Tuscan countryside? Here’s all my top tips for working remotely in Montepulciano, Italy for digital nomads!
How to Make $350/Hour as a Freelance Writer
Want to make $350+/hr as a freelance writer? I’ll share my top tips when it comes to creating value for clients, honing your skills, and perfecting your personal brand!
Working Remotely in Florence, Italy
Florence is a great town for digital nomads and freelancers to decompress and find inspiration from the art and architecture. Here are my top tips and recommendations for working remotely in Florence, Italy!
Expert vs. Entry Level Freelancers: When to Work with an Expert
Considering the pros and cons of working with entry level or expert freelancers? Here’s my breakdown of when to work with expert freelance writers!
5 Steps to Quit Your Job and Become a Full-Time Freelancer
Want to quit your job and become a freelancer and potentially earn up to 10x as much as you did at your 9-5? Here are 5 tips to make the jump!
Working Remotely in Milan, Italy
Milan, Italy is a must-visit for those who love fashion and design! Here’s everything we loved about working remotely in Milan for two weeks.
Freelancing 101: How to Get Started as a Freelance Writer
Want to make money as a freelance writer? Here’s my beginner’s guide to getting started on freelance platforms like Upwork and launch your writing career!
Working Remotely in Rome, Italy
Want to work remotely in Rome, Italy? Here are our top tips for where to go and what to see! From our favorite vegan and non-vegan restaurants to suggestions on things to do, I’ve got the best itinerary suggestions for you on your travels as a digital nomad :)
Course: How to Make $100,000+ on Upwork
Want to make $100,000+ on Upwork? My new course can help you learn the tips, tricks, and nuances for how to succeed as a freelance writer on Upwork.
Working Remotely in Naples, Italy & the Amalfi Coast
We worked remotely in Naples and the Amalfi Coast — here are my top tips for getting the most out of the great pizza and gorgeous coastline cities! If you’re a digital nomad or a traveler, I got you covered.
Working Remotely in Budapest, Hungary
Working remotely in Budapest is quite a trip — here’s all my recommendations from the baths to best places to eat and hang out for digital nomads!
Why Great Writing is Good for Business
Great writing grows businesses and changes careers. That’s why some of the most successful people invest heavily in blogs, books, email newsletters, and social media feeds. They don’t underestimate how great writing can transform their life and careers and open doors they never knew existed.
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling as a Digital Nomad
The ever-changing COVID travel requirements aside, here are my top 4 tips to stay healthy while traveling as a digital nomad!
Working Remotely in Prague, Czech Republic
We loved working remotely in Prague. Here are our favorite places to eat and tips as digital nomads!
Hollywood is Dead: the Rise of the Creator Economy
Hollywood is dead. But that’s a good thing! Welcome to the Creator Economy. In this post I’ll share with you how to make money traveling the world and making your art.
Working Remotely in New York City
We spent nine days in NYC before starting our Europe trip (I’m writing this from Prague right now!) and it was an action-packed week and a half. Here are some of our favorite spots and travel tips for anyone working remotely as a digital nomad.
3 Ways to Lead a Holistic Creative Life
What does it mean to live a holistic life as a creative? As writers, what can we do to heal and live better, happier lives? Here are some of the habits, books, and recommendations I have for you!
Working Remotely in Peshastin & Leavenworth, Washington
Our remote work quarantine roadtrip 2021 continued as we moved from Galena, IL to Peshastin, WA where we spent another full month — and what an insanely beautiful month it was. Here’s some of our favorite places to eat, hang out, and work!
Welcome to the Future
It’s about time this blog got a facelift. Here’s some updates about these kickin’ new digs and what I’m up to nowadays!
3 Tips for Working Remotely as a Freelancer On a Budget
Working remotely has been a huge "secret" to my success, I suppose: I'm happier than I'd ever be if I was stuck in a cubicle with mandated lunch breaks, and being able to experience some lovely places in the US has helped to inspire me in everything I do.
Working Remotely in Nashville, Tennessee
Earlier in January, I wrote a blog post about getting my rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. Part of what helped me deal with the ups and downs of my health condition (which is getting much better, thankfully!) has been being able to travel and work remotely with friends.
Working Remotely in Galena, Illinois
We've been working on some exciting things lately, including the full redesign of This Here Blog. It's about time -- I've had the same Wordpress template since I was twelve, so we're past due for some changes around here. I'm working with Gertrude Pillena over at Design Kick, a super cool design firm based in Singapore.
Your Bio Sucks: How to Write a Better Bio for Your Website, LinkedIn, Resume, or Whatever
Okay, let me level with you in a way nobody in your life is doing right now: Your short bio/about me blurb? Y'know, that one paragraph or more you use to describe yourself on social media, dating profiles, websites, LinkedIn, whatever? It sucks. But you don't suck. You just suck at writing about yourself. It's okay, I'm here to help you.
How to Write a Witty Blog Post with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) That People Actually Want to Read
I was about twelve years old when my techie computer programming parents turned to me and said, "Amy, we just got you your domain name. It's time to start blogging so you can rank on Google someday." Boy was I lucky to be raised by total nerds.
Pain Clarifies Priorities: Getting My Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis and Creatively Recalibrating
"I can't walk," I struggled to say, lying on an exam room table at USC's health center six years ago as two doctors stood over me. My hip felt like someone had poured gasoline on it and laughed as they lit the match.
So You Wanna Be a Great Writer, Artist, or Musician: How to "Honor the Work" as a Creative
If you've ever seen a video of the art prodigy ZhaoXiaoli, a Beijing-based painter who turns trash into her canvas and tools, it's pretty clear there's an incredible amount of creativity not only in her work, but in how she presents it.
How Much Does a Memoir Ghostwriter Cost? (2026 Guide)
Your life story deserves more than a rushed draft or a bargain-bin freelancer. When it comes to memoir ghostwriting, you’re not just paying for words on a page — you’re investing in a legacy.
So, how much does a memoir ghostwriter cost? What should you expect to pay for a writer who can skillfully capture your voice, honor your lived experience, and shape your story into a book that will endure?
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MY NEW BOOK: WRITE FOR MONEY & POWER
The anti-starving-artist's guide to becoming a seven-figure writer.
MY NEW NOVEL: LET ME BE YOUR GHOST
My romantic thriller arrives November 2026 — a ghostwriter with secrets, a billionaire CEO with more. Preorder one book, get two. Claim your bonus here →
MY ROMANTASY NOVEL: THE ASH TRIALS
The deadliest game is remembering who you are.
MY DETECTIVE NOVEL: THE NOMAD DETECTIVE
Crime crosses borders, but so does this detective.
MY HOW-TO BOOK: SIX-FIGURE FREELANCE WRITER
Work smarter, not harder — without the burnout.
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