A prestigious science publication is seeking deeply mechanistic, reported features and essays on big ideas in biotechnology that promote human flourishing. Pay is $1.00 to $1.50 per word for reported features and $1,200 flat for essays.

An independent arts publication is seeking guest editorial pieces spotlighting a local, national, or international Black artist, maker, or organization, with final articles capped at 1,500 words and high-resolution photos required. Selected writers are paid $650.

A racial justice publication is commissioning grounded feature editorials of roughly 1,000-1,500 words built on reporting, systems analysis, and sourced findings for people affected by racism. Pay is $300 to $600 per feature.

A major romance publisher is accepting unpublished manuscripts for a limited submission window. Debut authors receive $5,000 to $8,000 advances plus royalties for emotionally rich, small-town contemporary romance.

A prestigious science publication is seeking reported essays and opinion pieces on science, disinformation, and culture (1,200-2,000 words). Pay is $1,500 for reported essays or $500 for opinion pieces, with payment on acceptance.

A Peabody-winning audio storytelling platform is premiering short documentary audio portraits of everyday life with no length requirement. Creators receive a $500 honorarium and retain all rights to their work.

A premier romance publisher is seeking manuscripts across various subgenres, including inspirational romantic suspense, small-town romance, and high-concept contemporary stories. Pay is $4,000–$6,500.

A political digital publication is hiring journalists for short reported stories on the intersection of AI, politics, and policymaking. Pay is $1–$2/word.

An indie press is seeking original, Arthurian-inspired short stories featuring classic legendary figures for an upcoming anthology. Pay is $0.08/word.

A major publication is seeking deeply researched longform pitches for an upcoming feature issue on secrets, coverts, and national security. Pay is $2,000.

A digital media outlet is seeking recurring column and multimedia pitches for multi-part, series-based storytelling concepts. Pay is $1,000/post.

A top metropolitan newspaper is seeking first-person essays on true love and relationships set in Southern California. Pay is $400/essay.

A boutique publisher is hiring freelance writers for hopepunk short stories exploring optimism and community over oppression, paying $0.05/word.

A queer/trans literary journal is seeking fiction and creative nonfiction exploring themes of obsession, paying $0.02/word.

A food and culture magazine is seeking pitches and recipes exploring the intersection of ice cream and time, paying $175–$350/piece.

A global news outlet is seeking pitches from experienced journalists for news and investigative pieces on minerals supply chain sustainability. Pay is $0.46/word.

A premier literary magazine is accepting fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and hybrid work submissions. Pay is $30–$300.

An international news network is seeking pitches for articles, interviews, reviews, and opinion pieces on disability-related topics. Pay is $0.50/word.

A prestigious print anthology is seeking longform journalism and photo essays about untold sporting narratives. Print longreads (2,500+ words) pay £500, with photography commissions starting at £500.

A book review website is looking for book reviewers, with pay for accepted pieces starting at $200.

A major anthology publisher is accepting true, humorous first-person stories (up to 1,200 words) about relationships, family, work, and everyday life. Payment is $250 plus 10 free copies of the published book.

A regional humanities magazine is seeking place-based nonfiction from residents exploring labor, community, and identity. Pay is $750-$1,500 per feature (1,500-4,000 words).

A professional trade publication for emergency services is accepting feature articles and columns on incident reports, technical rescue, and fire service management, with articles running at least 2,000 words. Payment varies; cover photos pay $300.

A major UK news outlet is commissioning personal essays celebrating queer joy and hope from the LGBTQ+ community. Pay is £120 per story, with editorial support throughout the writing process.

A prestigious literary magazine is seeking up to 10 pages of poetry for their 2026-2027 submissions. Pay is $800 ($4 per line), plus two contributor copies and a 50% discount on additional issues.

A civic honors program is accepting applications for a two-year ambassador role promoting poetry and literary arts in a major U.S. city. The honorarium is $16,000 ($8,000 per year) for this official position.

A nonprofit independent press is featuring one exceptional poem per quarter in their poetry series with no submission fees. Pay is $150 per selected poem, with a three-month featured placement.

A fly fishing publication with 43,000+ paid readers is seeking feature articles (2,000-2,500 words) on new fly patterns, tying techniques, and materials, plus columns (1,200-2,000 words) on specialized topics. Pay is $450 for features, $200-$400 for columns.

A literary magazine is publishing English translations of contemporary prose from underrepresented and endangered languages, paying both author and translator $50-$200 per piece (1,000-3,000 words), plus two print copies.

A pop culture newsletter is open for freelance pitches on cultural criticism and thinkpieces (1,500-2,000 words). Pay is $200 per piece.

A climate-focused publication is seeking photo-led and social-media-first stories about heat solutions in the Global South. Pay is $1,500 per commissioned piece, with a deadline of August 4th, 2026.

A New England regional magazine covering travel, food, home, and personal essays is accepting pitches across multiple genres. Pay is $1,000 per article, paid on acceptance.

A long-running geek-culture blog is commissioning tabletop gaming news, tips, industry commentary, and original photo collections at $0.12 per word for 750-1,000 word pieces.

A literary magazine is seeking nonfiction essays and journalism about transitions, journeys, and transformative experiences (1,500-4,000 words). Pay is $750 to $1,500.

A progressive political publication is accepting pitches for investigative reporting, activism coverage, and current-events analysis from a U.S. perspective (700-1,100 words web, longer for print). Pay is $50 to $1,300 per assignment.

A finance-and-culture outlet is looking for financial reporters who can pitch smart, opinionated stories about money and real life (900-1,200 words). Pay is $0.40 to $1.00/word.

A queer-focused speculative fiction publisher is accepting full-length sci-fi, fantasy, and horror manuscripts from LGBTQIA+ authors. Pay is $5,000-$20,000 advance plus high royalties.

A prominent news and opinion platform is seeking pitch proposals for longform explainers, policy deep dives, and features covering global issues, AI, and moral philosophy. Pay is $0.50–$1/word.

An environmental journalism nonprofit is seeking original pitches on climate and nature stories across energy, food, forests, justice, and water. Pay is $1,500 USD per commission.

A major magazine is accepting pitches around topics such as beauty and health. Pay is $1/word.

A fan culture publication is seeking criticism and features exploring fandom as cultural critique, with special interest in global perspectives and marginalized voices. Pay is $300/piece.

A travel publication is looking for storytelling-driven pieces. Pay is $0.50-$1/word.

A literary magazine is seeking personal essays, short stories, and poetry from emerging and established writers worldwide. Pay is $200-$2,000+ for nonfiction, fiction, and poetry.

A major publication is paying $240 for 600-word personal essays from people with unconventional lives.

A speculative fiction outlet is running a special themed call for flash fiction (500–1,000 words) exploring “Aftermath” with a guest editor. Pay is $100 per original story.

A prestigious literary magazine is seeking fiction or nonfiction manuscripts up to 10,000 words and will feature the selected story to 350,000 readers with permanent archival. Pay is $500, plus emerging writers are eligible for an annual $5,000 prize.

An independent literary publication is accepting previously unpublished prose between 800 and 4,000 words on any topic, with pieces also featured on their Substack platform. Pay is £200 per piece, or £150 for Substack features.

A literary magazine is open for submissions of unpublished poems (up to 40 lines each), short stories (1,000–3,000 words), and creative nonfiction (1,000–3,000 words) from writers worldwide. Pay is €150 per story/essay and €80 per poem.

A media-criticism publication is seeking reported pitches (800–1,200 words) on post-2020 shifts in journalism. Pay is $0.50/word.

A nonprofit-sector publication is seeking first-person stories from workers and organizers for its biweekly column. Pay is $300 per piece.

A well-being–focused publication is commissioning original articles (600–1,000 words) on living meaningfully and driving change. Pay is $100–$250 per article.

A literary magazine is seeking original short fiction of up to 5,000 words. Pay is $500 per piece.

A major publication is publishing your poetry.

An LGBTQIA+-focused publication is commissioning three think pieces (500–700 words each) from emerging queer writers over three months, plus sub-editing sessions and group mentoring. Pay is £100 per commission.

A prestigious nonprofit newsroom is seeking reported investigations and deeply reported features on military service, war, and national security policy. Pay is $1,000 to $3,500 per assignment, with higher rates for major investigations.

A culture-focused independent publication is commissioning essays on culture (broadly interpreted) for their upcoming issue, paying $400 for 800–1,000 words.

A literary horror annual is accepting original short fiction between 500 and 7,000 words that blends horror or thriller elements with strong prose. Pay is $500 USD / $600 CAD per accepted story.

A nonprofit newsroom dedicated to military service journalism is seeking reported features, investigations, and accountability pieces about veterans and policy impact. Pay is $1,000-$3,500 per assignment.

An independent daily publication covering business, health, technology, home, and lifestyle is accepting pitches for news briefs (400–800 words) and guides (1,200–2,500 words). Pay is $200-$350 for briefs and $600-$1,200 for guides.

A wine and travel publication is seeking practical articles, long-form features, and multimedia submissions about vineyards and visitor experiences. Pay is £0.25 per word for articles or £500 flat for longer features.