Here are 34 contests, awards, and residencies for writers of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as for playwrights and journalists. Prizes range from $100 to $50,000, and none charge an entry fee. They are, very loosely, divided by geography. – S. Kalekar PRIZES OPEN FOR INTERNATIONAL SUBMISSIONSJim Baen Memorial Short Story AwardThey want a…
The Fountain Magazine is currently accepting entries for their annual essay contest. This year’s theme is “My Covid Story: Reflections on Life and Human Existence During the Pandemic.” They are offering a total of $2,100 in prizes, including a $1,500 grand prize. There is no entry fee. According to their contest page: The Coronavirus touched…
Dear Writers, Here are the latest calls for pitches directly from editors and publishers. Our researcher, Fatima Saif, has researched payment rates and contact information, and compiled it into this list. Note that many of these listings reference Twitter posts; if you’re interested in a publication, I encourage you to follow the listed editor on…
The following is a list of websites and magazines that publish fitness writing. We’ve included payment rates and contact information when available. Keep in mind that rates may still need to be negotiated. — Jacob Jans Idea Fit publishes articles by health professionals for health professionals. They are looking for articles that will help people…
Want to write for Apple, ESPN, or Time? Those are just a few of the companies that recently posted full time jobs for writers. Keep in mind that these are traditional jobs, not freelance opportunities. However, some writers have found success by pitching freelance work to companies hiring for traditional jobs. If you’re interested in…
There are 27 themed submission calls for pitches/articles for the 18 outlets here. Some themes are: plastic, young & old, fire, the best is yet to be (women-owned businesses), dynamic duos, fable, faithful, privacy and regulation, science of fear, colors and art therapy, Black History Month, parenting essays, and the Bravery issue. Most publications do…
Dear Writers, Here are eleven publishers that pay up to $250 or more per article. All of these publishers have posted recent calls for pitches. We’ve found payment rates and submission guidelines pages when available. Thanks to Fatima Saif for her research on this article — Jacob Jans Slate is an online general-interest magazine that…