{"id":2135,"date":"2015-05-05T11:27:25","date_gmt":"2015-05-05T18:27:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/?p=2135"},"modified":"2016-06-08T17:10:27","modified_gmt":"2016-06-09T00:10:27","slug":"25-websites-that-pay-100-per-article","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/uncategorized\/25-websites-that-pay-100-per-article\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Websites that Pay Writers $100 Per Article"},"content":{"rendered":"

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There are so many websites out there that are in need of quality writing, and are willing to pay for it. Here is a sampling of 25 websites that pay $100 or more for writing from freelance writers. Some of them may occasionally pay a little less, but all of pay $100 for some types of writing.<\/p>\n

Note that these rates are highly variable. They’re not set in stone. Rates will still need to be negotiated. If you’re looking to build a solid income as a writer, we recommend the No B.S. Guide to Freelance Writing.<\/a><\/p>\n

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  1. Scary Mommy <\/strong>has over a million likes on Facebook. They publish parenting humor, as well as practical advice for moms. Their basic idea: You don’t have to be a perfect mom. They pay $100 per article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. The Motley Fool<\/strong> helps investors make the most of their money and provides financial advice of all kinds. They pay $100 for articles that are \u201canalytically sound, thoughtful, and well-written.\u201d Writers who publish multiple posts will be offered a contract for long-term work. To learn more, read their submission guidelines<\/a> (click on \u201cFreelance Writer\/Analyst\u201d).<\/li>\n
  3. Two Plus Two <\/strong>is an online website about poker. They publish technical articles about playing poker, as well as interviews and biographies of poker personalities. They pay $200 per published article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Cosmopolitan Magazine <\/strong>wants essays about a \u201ca memorable, crazy, hilarious, or touching college experience.\u201d They pay $100 per essay, to be published on their website. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. iPhone Life Magazine <\/strong>is one of the world\u2019s premier iPhone resources, with a readership of over 650,000. Their articles range from how-to pieces to app and gear reviews. They pay $50\u2013$100 per article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. eCommerce Insiders<\/strong> publishes \u201ccommentary and insights for online retailers.\u201d Writers should be subject experts on retail, and submissions should either be educational or commentary. They pay $75 for 400-600 word articles and $125 for articles of 600 words or more. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Salon<\/strong> is a major news media website, as well as a publicly traded company. They regularly hire freelance writers. Expect payments of at least $100. They are known for sharp political commentary, socially trending essays, and high quality writing. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. DesertUSA <\/strong>publishes all kinds of articles about the North American Desert regions. Most of what they publish is research based non-fiction. They publish is travel writing, and environmental writing, as well as articles focused on historic events. They pay $100 for articles with photos. To learn more, read their submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. The Big Roundtable<\/strong> is a new publisher that seeks to publish true stories. They believe storytelling is central to what it means to be human. They pay a minimum of $100 for short stories, by donation. All of the articles on the website are accompanied by a “donate” button that allows readers to easily send the writer money. To learn more, and to submit your writing, visit their website.<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Babble <\/strong>is a parenting website owned by Disney. They publish articles in a number of categories including pregnancy, ‘mom’, ‘baby, ‘body + mind, and relationships. Our sources say they pay around $150 for a 1,200 word article.\u00a0 To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Polygon<\/strong> publishes engaging stories based on video game artists, fans, and culture. They pay $0.25 per word ($125 for a 500-word article). To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  12. The Christian Science Monitor<\/strong> is a major national newspaper. They pay for hard journalism. Their basic rate for a story is $200 to $225. They have very thorough and detailed contributor guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  13. eCommerce Insiders<\/strong> publishes articles about online retail and the retail industry. They pay $125 for articles 600 words or longer. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  14. iWorkWell <\/strong>publishes articles about human resources. They want “expert HR professionals\/consultants\/academics and employment or labor attorneys with deep expertise in any area of HR.” They pay $200 or more per article. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  15. Home Education Magazine<\/strong> publishes “stories and articles from families who empower their children and teens to live a life rich with self-directed experimentation, thought and action.” They pay $100 for feature articles. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  16. Howlround<\/strong> is all about the theater and performance. They pay up to $150 per article, depending on the category. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  17. Listverse <\/strong>pays $100 for lists. They publish interesting lists, with the hope that they’ll go viral. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  18. A List Apart <\/strong>publishes articles about web design, development, and web content. They pay $200 per article. Their articles are typically between 1,500 and 2,000 words. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  19. PhotoshopTutorials.ws <\/strong>pays up to $300 for full length tutorials about using photoshop. They also publish interviews and “roundups” of creative techniques. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  20. Digital Ocean <\/strong>publishes tutorials about running and managing a web server. They pay $200 for in-depth tutorials and $100 for shorter tutorials. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  21. \u00a0A Fine Parent<\/strong> pays $100 for parenting articles, on a different theme every month. They have monthly deadlines. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  22. The Travel Writer’s Life <\/strong>publishes articles all about helping writers make a living as a travel writer. They pay between $50 and $200, depending on the nature of the writing. Read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  23. HorseChannel.com <\/strong>is a website for horse lovers and riders. They publish horse industry news, essays, care information, and more. They pay $25-$150 for articles. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n
  24. Giganotosaurus <\/strong>is a publisher of science fiction & fantasy stories. They pay $100 for \u201clong short stories\u201d between 5,000 and 25,000 words. They \u201cwant a variety of settings, styles, viewpoints, and backgrounds. \u00a0This includes but is not limited to cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and genders.\u201d To learn more, read their submission guidelines: .http:\/\/giganotosaurus.org\/submission-guidelines\/<\/a><\/li>\n
  25. Terraform<\/strong> is an online publisher of science fiction that pays 20 cents a word, up to 2,000 words. They’re run by the major website Vice.com. They want a brief synopsis with each submission. They do not respond to every submission. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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