How to become an international writer from my experience This is to encourage the emerging writers and scholars. To be able to make an impact in this global village, it is imperative that one competes internationally in his or her area of expertise. Writing is something one can earn international credibility, recognition, reputation, and financial incentives. Many of the respected international newspapers give compensation for article contributions. Some of them (from my own experience) which give reasonable honorarium are: New York Times (USA) Wall Street Journal (USA) Washington Post (USA) Washington Times (USA) South China Morning Post (Hong Kong) Global Times (China) The Straits Times (Singapore) The Hindu (India) Hindustan Times (India) Asian Age (India) Jakarta Post (Indonesia) The National (United Arab Emirates) One can easily earn U.S. dollars 70 to 400 (approximately Indian rupees 3,000 to 24,000) just for one article. Once you become an experienced writer, you can finish one good article in a couple of hours. Otherwise, it could also take up to two to seven days. The best chances, but not limited to, of acceptance are: 1. If the article is analytical in nature and not just stating the facts 2. If the article is pertaining to contemporary burning national/regional issue which has international significance 3. The article should not be in academic journal format (i.e. no literature review/no footnote/no bibliography) 4. Keep the number of words to less than 1300 5. Write as an analyst or observer (do not simply report as the journalists do because every news organization has its own group of reporters) 6. Begin with local newspapers and gradually move up to national and international papers Individual success, in turn, shines one’s own family, community, society, ethnicity or race and nation. If you become a successful writer, you can support your study without having to burden your parents. All major national and international newspapers have websites of their own. Go to each website and search for Contact or Contact Us page. There you look for the relevant editor(s). Usually, it is the op-ed (opposite the editorial page) editor where you submit your article. You may first contact the concerned editor(s) and check to see if they are interested in the article you want to contribute. However, most editors cannot make a decision until they see the finished article first. Have patience and commitment toward achieving your goal. You must learn to like what you do and fall in love with writing. It may take from five to ten years to become an internationally renowned writer. Once you attain international status/recognition, you will have no problem in finding a place to publish your works. For scholars/researchers and academics, the experiences you gain from writing newspaper/magazine articles will give you the necessary skills (especially for non-native English speakers) to write academic or scholastic articles and books. Finally, raise your goal beyond national level and aim to become part of the international community of writers/scholars/researchers/academics/experts. Read this as an encouragement note only. Below are the articles (only newspapers and magazines) I have been fortunate to publish in nearly 40 countries in five continents - Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe and North America. Best, Nehginpao Kipgen -------------------------- Selected Newspaper/Magazine Articles Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2014. “Kerry’s Myanmar mission” The Statesman, August 7. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2014. “Strategizing political demands of the Kukis in northeastern India” China Post, August 5. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2014. “Optimism on Myanmar’s transition” Myanmar Times, March 19. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2014. “Easing the India-Myanmar border tiff” Bangkok Post, January 21. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Resolving Myanmars sectarian violence issue” The China Post, November 20. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Challenges to Myanmarese reconciliation” The Hindu, November 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Army role entrenched in Myanmar politics despite reforms” The National, September 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Memories that don’t fade to black.” The Hindu, September 13. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “A new Route Four Eight for Myanmar.” The Hindu, August 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Why Burma needs a new Constitution.” The Asian Age, July 29. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Britain, France need to put pressure on Myanmar.” Korea Times, July 21. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Seven-year itch.” The Hindu, July 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Myanmar must end blame game and accept its Muslims.” The National, July 7. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Challenges Ahead for Suu Kyi’s Political Ambition.” The Huffington Post, July 1. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Religious tolerance key to Myanmars democracy.” The Straits Times, June 21. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “The politics of Myanmar versus Burma.” The Hindu, June 13. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Myanmar uses prisoners as pawns.” Bangkok Post, June 5. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Quid pro quo diplomacy in US-Myanmar relations.” The Straits Times, May 22. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Democratic Transition in Burma and Western Interests.” Foreign Policy Journal, May 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “A cauldron of competing demands.” The Hindu, February 23. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Kachin problem needs political will.” The Gulf Today, January 30. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Myanmar’s Kachin problem needs political touch.” The Hindu, January 29. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Identity crisis in ethnic India.” Asia Times, January 25. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “Kachin conflict requires new thinking.” Global Times, January 14. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “US, Myanmar face more tests.” Asia Times, January 5. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2013. “In Myanmar, a winning hand for America.” The Hindu, January 1. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Years of effort pay off for US-Myanmar ties.” Bangkok Post, December 29. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Cautious Optimism Over US Policy on Burma.” Huffington Post, November 19. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Opportunity to mend Indian-Burmese relations.” China Post, November 16. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Obamas Myanmar policy offers hope.” Bangkok Post, November 15. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Not a minor matter.” Hindustan Times, November 14. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Burma should seize the opportunity.” Jerusalem Post, November 7. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Aung San Suu Kyi Should Not Avoid Minority Problems.” Huffington Post, August 1. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “The Rohingya conundrum.” Myanmar Times, September 24. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “US-Burma Relation: From Isolation to Engagement.” Fair Observer, May 7. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Burmese politics post-NLD’s electoral victory.” Jerusalem Post, April 16. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2012. “Prospect of peace, stability in Myanmar.” Korea Times, January 25. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Solving ethnic issues crucial for peace in Myanmar.” Global Times, November 29. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Burma’s Balancing Acts with India and China.” Epoch Times, October 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “US-Myanmar rapprochement?” Korea Times, October 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “US Envoy Should Prioritize National Reconciliation.” Irrawaddy, September 12. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “The Analogy of 9/11 and 9/13 Tragedies.” The Guardian, September 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Hunger Strike in India That Needs World’s Attention.” Nagaland Post, September 4. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Can optimism on Myanmar bear fruit?” Korea Times, August 27. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “A test of democracy in Thailand.” Arab News, July 5. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Why McCain visits Myanmar now?” Korea Times, June 2. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Why Asean chairmanship is important for Burma.” Manila Times, May 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Ethnic groups hold key to unlocking Burmas chains.” Sydney Morning Herald, January 4. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2011. “Interethnic Agreement in Burma Long Overdue.” Jakarta Globe, January 2. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Big challenges ahead for Suu Kyi.” New Zealand Herald, November 16. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Where is Myanmar headed after election?” Brunei Times, November 2. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Nobel pursuit on behalf of Chinas human rights heroes.” The National, October 10. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Burma in the dock.” Washington Times, September 2. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Loaded agenda for Myanmar-India talks.” Asia Times, July 22. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “What if Burma goes Nuclear?” Brunei Times, June 9. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Extension of US sanctions on Myanmar.” Korea Times, May 24. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “EU’s policy on Myanmar.” Korea Times, May 6. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Thailand is searching for acceptable government.” China Daily, April 12. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Burma Remains a Black Eye for Asean.” Jakarta Globe, March 26. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Dalai Lama and Aung San Suu Kyi.” Korea Times, March 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “Understanding the Union Day of Myanmar.” Korea Times, February 12. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2010. “A Review of U.S. One-Year Policy on Burma.” Huffington Post, January 26. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Reconciliation Myanmar Needs.” Korea Times, December 30. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Can Obama Succeed in Afghanistan?” Korea Times, December 4. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Strong Indo-US Relations Are Important.” Korea Times, November 27. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “U.S. Increasing Attention to Asia.” Journal of Turkish Weekly, November 12. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “The Forgotten Minorities of Myanmar.” Khaleej Times, November 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Lives of two Nobel Peace Prize winners.” Brunei Times, October 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Joining efforts for Myanmar.” Brunei Times, October 6. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “US Must Understand Myanmar’s Diversity.” Korea Times, October 6. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Japan must remain strong.” Brunei Times, September 6. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Burma - the Conflict Will Continue.” Khaleej Times, September 3. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “A possible way out.” Washington Times, August 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Verdict shows junta is not ready to change.” South China Morning Post, August 13. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “U.S.-North Korea relations are fragile.” China Post, August 6. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Clinton Pays Attention to Asia.” Korea Times, July 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “UN chief should not be blamed for failure of mission impossible to Burma.” The Standard, July 3. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Russia must speak out for human rights in Myanmar.” Gulf Times, July 1. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Michelle Obama and Burmas Suu Kyi.” Asia Sentinel, June 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Indias Myanmar Policy Discouraging.” Korea Times, June 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Leeway to engage Myanmar.” Brunei Times, May 21. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Instability in Thailand.” Korea Times, April 15. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Engage Myanmar with caution.” Brunei Times, April 4. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Pyongyang Worries World Again.” Korea Times, March 31. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Obama Likely to Lean on Indonesia for Burma Help.” Irrawaddy, March 27. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “With big power comes big responsibility.” Brunei Times, March 22. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Misery of boat people must not be in vain.” The Standard, March 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “What Fails ASEAN?” Korea Times, March 11. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “U.S. can be most effective nation on Burma.” Asian Tribune, March 4. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Dividends of Hillary’s travels.” Washington Times, February 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Go Gambari, but Dont Expect Much.” Korea Times, January 30. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Thais new hope for Myanmar.” Brunei Times, January 28. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Myanmar: Obama, Clinton can do better.” Brunei Times, January 24. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Thank you, Laura; please tell Michelle!” Washington Times, January 15. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2009. “Presuming a democratic Myanmar: Looking beyond election 2010.” Jakarta Post, January 8. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. “U.N. General Assembly isnt the right forum for dealing with Burma regime.” China Post, December 30. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. Japans action to accept Burma refugees changes Asias image.” China Post, December 24. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. “U.S. should move beyond just using sanctions in its relations with Burma.” China Post, November 28. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. “India shifts policy on Myanmar.” Jakarta Post, November 18. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. “Obama energizes Burma’s ethnic minorities.” China Post, November 9. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2008. “The intricacies of U.N., Ban Ki-moon’s role in Burma.” China Post, October 20. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2006. “Identity, Conflict, and National Reconciliation in Burma.” Al-Jazeerah, December 9. Kipgen, Nehginpao. 2006. “Burma at the United Nations Security Council.” Bangkok Post, September 9.
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