Once a week, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, communications, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus—and share them in Off the Wire. Who needs a water cooler?

From around the web:

• How to Self-Publish a Book: A Guide for Aspiring Authors [The Write Life]
• Canadian journalism in decline: Fewer permanent jobs, less security [J-Source]
• These 7 freelancers' websites are killing it (and here's why) [Freelancers Union]
• CBC reverses decision to merge northern newscasts [Cabin Radio]
• Torstar cuts more than 100 jobs [J-Source]
• StarMetro Vancouver to Shut Down in Torstar Cost-Cutting Move [The Tyee]
• In a slump? Try these 5 tips to get motivated [Freelancers Union]
• How to Grow Your Freelance Biz By Starting a Podcast [The Write Life]

Recently on Story Board:

• The Born Freelancer on Not Sharing Unmerited Credit: Creative collaborations are often mutually profitable. They can be the beginning of lifelong associations that eventually benefit all parties. Sometimes they fizzle out despite everyone’s best efforts. And, on occasion, they can be problematic...

Spot a story you think we should include in next week's Off the Wire? Email the link to editor@thestoryboard.ca or tweet us at @storyboard_ca.