The following is a list of 10 websites that pay freelance writers $50 or more. I’ve tried to include a wide variety of publications here. For even more websites that pay writers, read this list of 45 websites that pay $50+.
1. The Dance Journal is seeking writers based in the greater Philadelphia region. They want writers to cover the local dance scene. Their goal is to “reach, engage and expose existing, new and potential audiences to dance.” They usually pay $50 per article. Writers are expected to contribute 1-2 articles a month. To learn more, read their applications page.
2. The SFWA Blog is the official blog for the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America. They want nonfiction articles of interest to sci-fi/fantasy writers. They pay 6 cents a word, up to 1,000 words. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.
3. Belt Magazine is a website that features journalism all about the “Rust Belt” – a region including old industrial cities such as Chicago, Buffalo, and Detroit. They don’t list pay, but sources say they pay $50 for most articles, more for in-depth articles. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.
4. SHTFBlog is a survivalist website. They want “survivalist, craftsmen, firearms enthusiasts, outdoorsmen and all around skilled people to become contributors.” Pay starts at $50 per article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.
5. Snows Best is the blog “for those in the snow.” They cover recreational & professional skiing and snowboarding around the globe. The editor confirmed that they pay a minimum of $50 for at least some of their articles. To learn more, read their contributor’s page.
6. The Mountain Blog “celebrates the Mountain Gear Community, its people, and their adventures.” They pay $50-$75 per article, depending on the topic. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.
7. Giganotosaurus is a publisher of science fiction & fantasy stories. They pay $100 for “long short stories” between 5,000 and 25,000 words. They “want a variety of settings, styles, viewpoints, and backgrounds. This includes but is not limited to cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and genders.” To learn more, read their submission guidelines.http://giganotosaurus.org/submission-guidelines/
8. WorkOnlineBlog aims to deliver “quick wins to our audience and ultimately help take the legwork out of working online.” They pay $50 per published article. They short pitches directly on their website. Articles should be at least 1500 words. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.
9. Bootsnall is an established travel website for “indie travelers”. They accept article pitches. Payment is $50 an article for their feature articles program. To learn more, read their writing opportunities page.
10. Apogee Rockets is a company that sells model rocket making supplies for hobbiests. They regularly publish a newsletter about rocket making. Payment for feature articles goes up to $350. To learn more, read their article submission guidelines.
