Monday Markets
HERE IS A LIST OF MARKETS FOR FANTASY WRITERS
http://www.alienskinmag.com/ AlienSkin Magazine
http://www.allstarstories.com/epics.html All-Star Stories Presents Twenty Epics
http://www.riverwalkjournal.org/ River Walk Journal
http://www.analogsf.com/information/submissions.shtml Analog — Submission Guidelines
http://anotherealm.com/ Anotherealm.com
http://www.apexdigest.com/index.html Apex - The magazine for Sci-Fi and Horror
http://www.aphelion-webzine.com/index2.htm Aphelion_ The Webzine of Science Fiction and Fantasy
http://www.bewilderingstories.com/ Bewildering Stories home page
http://www.blackgate.com/bg/guide.htm Black Gate_ Adventures in Fantasy Literature
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BUSINESS, LIFESTYLE, HEALTH AND SHOPPING
WRITERS NEEDED
A glossy monthly publication is looking for freelance writers
that can write about business, lifestyle, health and even retail
shopping. Writers must be accurate, conscientious, talented and
not miss deadlines. They should also be experienced, take criticism
constructively and know the importance of self-editing.
If this sounds like you, please send a resume (in Word only,) and
two to three recent clips that show a range of writing styles.
All attachments should be less than 5 MB.
Compensation: $0.20 - $0.30 per word
Reply to: writerswanted@gmail.com
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* Writers wanted to write letters
PAY: $50
As we all know, it takes many different personalities to make up this world of ours. Not everyone has the same *tastes* therefore we are inviting your personality and imagination to create letters for use at All Letters.com. If we choose your letter (and we do this once a month) you will be paid $50 for its use. We will also give you credit for your work. Once we pay for your letter it becomes the property of Personality Creations (our company) and we may do with it as we wish. We service both AllLetters.com and PersonalizedLetter.com. No royalties will be given. Take a look around if you are interested, and see how our letters are formatted. Get a good feel for them. All Letters at this time, is going to be revamped and much is not viewable. More information and apply at http://www.allletters.com/writers.shtml
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FREELANCE WRITERS NEEDED
TELECOMMUTE
JobBank USA is looking for a dedicated, hard-working freelance
writer to write articles and create content pages for JobBank USA
http://www.jobbankusa.com.
Content will include all aspects of careers, jobs, employment,
resumes, cover letters, interviews, sample resumes,sample
interviews, and human resources.
Internet knowledge and access along with strong research skills
is a must. Attention to detail is required. Some HTML experience is
helpful.
Compensation: negotiable
Reply to: jobbankusa-jobs@hotmail.com with your resume along
with a writing sample and salary requirements.
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FREELANCE WRITERS FOR NEW SAILING
PUBLICATION SOUGHT
TELECOMMUTE
Experienced newspaper publisher looking into the
viability of creating a new sailing magazine.
Looking for experienced sailors or sailing enthusiasts
that also have experience writing.
Compensation: $75, negotiable
Reply to: job-138130398@craigslist.org
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HOW-TO, WRITING TECHNIQUE AND
OTHER ARTICLES SOUGHT
Writer’s Digest is a monthly handbook for those who want to write
better and get published, whether they write fiction or nonfiction.
That means every word we publish must inform, instruct or inspire
the reader.
We do not use poetry, fiction or scripts; we do not buy newspaper
clippings and we handle book and software reviews in-house.
We do not buy reprints of articles previously published in other
writing magazines.
Writer’s Digest editors prefer queries over unsolicited manuscripts.
Queries allow us to review your article ideas and to suggest how to
tailor them for our audience before you begin writing.
Queries should include a thorough outline that introduces your article
proposal and highlights each of the points you intend to make.
Your query should discuss how the article will benefit our readers,
why the topic is timely today and why you are the appropriate writer
to discuss the topic. Please submit only one query at a time.
All submissions must include SASE–a self-addressed, stamped envelope,
unless an e-mail address is included.
Full guidelines: http://www.writersdigest.com/wdguidelines.asp
Compensation: $0.30-$0.50 per word
Reply to: wdsubmissions@fwpubs.com or
Submissions Editor, Writer’s Digest,
4700 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
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* Resume Writers w/ Military Experience - Indep Contract
Seeking a few writers with military experience. Great part-time, supplementary income, on an Independent Contractor basis. Work from your home or office. You will work with military personnel separating or retiring from the service, to translate their military experience into “civilian” resumes. Interaction is primarily through email. We have a proven format and plenty of samples to assist you. Mandatory qualifications: prior military service, outstanding writing skills. Preferred qualifications: undergraduate degree or higher. When responding, please include your resume, or a sample you have written. Compensation: Average $65 per resume project. Contact mailto:gigs-136516290@craigslist.org
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* Instructional Writers (Work-for-Hire)
Instructional writers are needed by a new online career-oriented training institution to write high quality hands-on distance learning courses for adult learners (high school graduates and up). You will be paid in one lump sum without any royalties (work-for-hire) and will not get any by-line. You waive all rights (we own all the rights). You will also need to sign a non-disclosure agreement prior to starting the project. Requirements:
1. Strong work ethics (deadline-oriented, polite with can-do attitude) and proven research skills.
2. Have published at least one how-to or instructional book (not too technical). You will be asked to furnish this sample for review.
3. Familiar with learning objectives, lesson plans, quizzes and post-course assessments.
4. Have at least a bachelor’s degree (in any field).
5. Have the stamina to write at least 30,000 words on a designated topic (detailed outline and guidelines will be provided) in 4 working weeks.
6. Strong professional references (will be contacted).
Payment is $600 for the FIRST successful project and will increase up to $1,000 per project of 30,000-word length. Lengthier projects will pay even more (up to $2,500 per project). Steady assignments might be provided for up to one year, provided that the quality is up to par. Current available topics include:
- Designing Homes for Sell
- Business Brokering
- Concierge Service
- Life Coaching
Interested writers must include a resume, writing samples and at least three references. Contact us at mailto:hiringeditor@gmail.com.
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* WritersWeekly.com
PAY: $50
We purchase articles for two publications: WritersWeekly.com and The Write Markets Report. WritersWeekly.com is distributed to freelancers every Wednesday. The Write Markets Report is distributed to paying subscribers. Please do not propose a column to us. We are not interested in any columns at this time. WritersWeekly.com and The Write Markets Report focus on “selling” the written word. We do not seek articles on how to write. Rather, we seek articles on how to make more money doing what you love….writing! We are also interested in other forms of home-based businesses and self-employment that may result from writing, such as self-publishing, corporate writing, ghostwriting, etc. All ideas that help writers support themselves performing the work they love are warmly welcomed. Length: 600 words. Rights: First, non-exclusive e-rights or reprint rights. Pay: $50 for non-exclusive electronic rights only. Submit query with credits by e-mail to mailto:angela@writersweekly.com Please be patient for a response.
http://www.writersweekly.com/misc/guidelines.html
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* Freelance Celeb Writer Wanted
PAY: 250+ dependent on experience
We are a teen magazine looking for a freelance writer on an issue-by issue contract basis. Writer should be comfortable tracking down celebrities, preferably have experience with interviewing actors, musicians, and other famous people. It helps if you have a sense of humor, and understand deadlines. JVibe magazine is a Jewish publication. Being Jewish is not required. Thinking Jews are cool is. Knowledge of Jewish culture necessary. Previous experience writing for teen audiences a plus. Please contact Lindsey at mailto:lsilken@jflmedia.com. Provide resume and at least one clip. See our website http://www.jvibe.com
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* Teaching Miracles
PAY: $50.00 and contributor’s copy of the finished book
Are you a teacher who has experienced or witnessed a life-changing event taking place in the classroom? When you think of all the students who have entered your life, is there one special person or situation which stands out above the rest? This is a unique opportunity to acknowledge that special event in your professional life, and to share your experiece with an appreciative audience. Adams Media, publishers of A Cup of Comfort and The Rocking Chair series, is compiling an anthology of stories for a new book tentatively titled “Teaching Miracles,” to be published in late 2006. The book will contain true stories (written by people of all ages) that celebrate the ability of the shared classroom experience to positively influence our lives. They are stories that show that education doesn’t just come from books, and also that it’s not just a one-way street, flowing from teacher to students. Payment is upon publication, and is $50, plus a complimentary copy of the completed anthology. This is a paying venue, with a short turnaround time and thus a quick closing date of April 1, 2006. For more information, please visit: http://thorntonsmiraclesintheclassroom.blogspot.com
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The Rambler
Current Needs: The Rambler explores and celebrates creativity.
Artists, writers, poets, and photographers from North Carolina and
around the world contribute their work, their personal stories, and
the philosophies behind what they produce. Fiction, poetry,
nonfiction, and artwork. Also interested in excerpts from writing and
artistic journals. No genre fiction or children’s stories.
Payment Amount: varies
Pays On Publication
Submissions Guidelines: http://ramblermagazine.com/submissions.html
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Cezanne’s Carrot
Current Needs: Poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. Publishes high-quality literary work that explores spiritual, transformational, visionary, or contemplative themes, most interested in the personal quest for evolution and understanding, whether that takes place within the context of a religious tradition, an inner temple of your own making, or a seemingly mundane neighborhood or backyard. Payment Amount: $25 to 3 pieces in each issue. (No payment for others) Pays On Publication Submissions Guidelines: http://www.cezannescarrot.org/guidelines.html
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* Organic Producer Mag
PAY: $.10/word
A fledgling publication for organic producers and consumers is seeking writers/articles for coming issues. Producers can be small operations that grow their own food but have enough to also sell at a farmers’ market–or large commercial growers. We are looking for articles that provide info that will make their operations more efficient and productive. Others can be about producers who have been successful, unique ways of marketing and doing business, the science behind organics, etc. We are open to ideas. At this time, the rate is..10 a word. This is a small startup, but we have big hopes for it. Please tell me briefly what and where you’ve published. If your writing is online, send links, but please don’t send attachments. Passion for the organic lifestyle is important, but since our writers include farmers, academics and other specialists, we favor writing that goes beyond interest. Contact Sheila at mailto:sheilav@uniminds.com
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* Freelance Comedy Writer for Office Jokes
PAY: to be determined
We are a mainstream media company looking for a freelance comedy writer to provide us with original jokes focused on humor in the office to be used on one of our Web sites reaching a business audience. Applicants must have experience writing comedy on topics relevant to business. Please forward resume along with strong published or produced clips. This is a freelance assignment likely based on a flat fee for a set number of jokes with deadlines in March and April. It would help us if you could include your per-joke rate. Contact mailto:job-139859330@craigslist.org
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For Folks Who Like Reviewing Stuff
PAY: Max of $50
Do you like writing software and game reviews? We have a gig just for you. We pay for every review we publish (there is a $50 per review max cap). There are a lot of software and games to choose from (all available for free download). Read the rules at
http://www.softwarejudge.com/rules Contact mailto:gigs-140640648@craigslist.org
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Mountain Homes
Current Needs: Uses well-researched, well-written articles tied to
the Southern mountains and the second-home and retirement demographic
trends. Topics include gifted artists and craftspersons, developers
and architects who contribute to the sophistication of mountain
communities, and exceptional places and things, from spas to “bests”
in the region. “My special needs are for good writers in Tennessee,
Georgia and South Carolina, especially people who can travel short
distances.”
Payment Amount: $250-400
Pays On Publication
Submissions Guidelines: http://www.pinnacleliving.net/cu/esg.html
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Freelance writer for Yankee Stadium guide book
PAY: $50/story
Wise Guides Inc., producers of guide books to sporting venues, is looking for freelance writers familiar with Yankee Stadium and environs to contribute stories about the experience of attending a game in the Bronx. Stories are short (about 225-250 words) and can be about everything from how to score good seats to where to grab a bite and a beer before or after the game. Only interested in those truly experienced in taking in a game at Yankee Stadium, who know the little tips that will make a guide book interesting. Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples. Contact mailto:job-137259286@craigslist.org
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* Blog Writer
PAY: $200 - $300/month
Leading science & technology web site looking for freelance writeRs who can contribute for a daily news blog. Writers wanted to publish a daily news reviews (approx. 100 words) for one of these topics:
- Science & technology
- Computer science
- Gadgets
You will need to be able to write a minimum of 5-7 times per week, and will have to search for the topic. We will pay $200 - $300 a month. Additional pay for hitting high traffic targets. Please send a sample of your writing (1-3 sample blog posts) and CV. More information is available on request. Send us an e-mail mailto:blogwriter@alphamediagroup.nl
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