5 Magazines that Pay Writers $100+

As part of my weekly effort to find paid publishing opportunities for writers, here is a list of 5 magazines that pay at least $100 for some of the articles they publish.

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1. Sail Magazine is the magazine for sailing. They “write, edit, and design for everyone who sails – aboard a one-design boat or an offshore racer, aboard a daysailer on a tiny lake or a cruiser crossing great oceans and great distances.” According to our research, they pay $200 to $800 per article. They particularly want “small stories with punch.” To learn more, read their submission guidelines.

2.  Sport Fishing magazine accepts queries from freelance writers. They pay $250 for their “from the pro” department, and $750 for longer features. They have a very thorough submission guidelines page, with great tips writers. It’s worth a read, even if you’re not submitting. To learn more, be sure to read their submission guidelines.

3. Classic Toy Trains publishes articles on all aspects of “S, O, and Standard gauge toy trains.” Topics covered include various historical toy trains or accessories, interesting layouts, and the history or collectibility of certain models. They pay $75 per page based on an estimate of length. To learn more read, read their submission guidelines.

4. The Chicago Reader is Chicago’s largest weekly newspaper. They are mostly staff written, but they welcome submissions of “narrative features, insightful criticism, timely blog posts, or expertly composed videos that come from freelance contributors.” They pay competitive rates. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.

5. Caregivers Home Companion publishes articles devoted to helping family caregivers improve the quality of life for themselves and their loved ones. They are primarily focused on children taking care of elderly parents. They pay up to $100 per article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.

 

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