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Many of the magazines listed on my Short Story Markets page will be interested in taking a look at any articles you have written - provided, of course, that they are suitable in both content and style for whichever magazine you are targeting. It is usually better, though, to approach article writing by first having a market in mind and then writing the article. As with short stories, read as many current issues of your target magazine as possible to familiarise yourself with length and style and so on; then compose a brief query letter to the editor, stating your idea and any special slant you've thought of that might help you sell it. Be sure to mention anything you've already had published; and if you have specialist knowledge that particularly qualifies you to write in whichever field you have chosen, let the editor know this, too. Show him or her that you are the consummate professional at all times - ask the right questions: required length, the going rates for contributors to the magazine etc. And always enclose an SAE. If an editor shows any interest at all in your proposition, believe me, you are already three-quarters of the way to getting your article published - providing you don't ruin everything by sending an amateurishly presented manuscript. If you're unsure about presentation, click here.
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Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2008
The Writers' and Artists Yearbook 2008
Please remember that the information on this page, and the listings of publishers that follow, is not intended as a definitive guide, but rather a starting point. It's simply impossible to keep everything up to date on a daily basis, so please do check websites and writers' handbooks where possible.
For much more information on agents (as well as comprehensive listings), consult the new editions of The Writer's Handbook or The Writers' and Artists' Yearbook - 2008 editions now available from Amazon.co.uk. Also available this year, a new, essential resource for writers and artists wanting to enter the highly competitive world of children's publishing: Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2008
INDEX OF PAYING ARTICLE MARKETS
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Plenty of paying American markets here
Primary Life
The only lifestyle magazine for parents and teachers of primary school children in Coatbridge and Airdrie. The only lifestyle magazine for parents and teachers of primary school children in Coatbridge and Airdrie Needs writers able to help with this kind of project possibly those who are just starting out and would like to see their work in print. Up to £50 for an article, negotiable in the future. Download media pack and contact details from http://www.primarylifemagazine.co.uk
Campsite Life Inc
Campsite Life Inc Needs writers with real stories, or even continuing adventures, who want to get articles published. A great opportunity for someone who likes camping and wants to write about this. Website: http://www.campsitelife.com
Featureworld
Sell your Story with Featureworld.co.uk, your online media agent. Up to £6000 paid. Have you experienced a life-changing event? Beaten an illness? Blossomed after divorce? Found love? Want to expose a love-rat or cheat? Ever read a real life story in a national newspaper or women's magazine and thought 'That could be me.' Perhaps you dream of selling your life story and becoming famous. or being on TV? But maybe you're nervous about selling your story to a national newspaper or women's magazine yourself or through a big impersonal news agency? Featureworld is the place for you.
Red Rabbit Creative Writing Competition
Red Rabbit is a new web based service for the UK property market, and it's sponsoring a competition to provide the best write-ups for any geographic locality within the UK . Entrance is free, and there's a £100 prize awarded each month to the best entry. Suitable submissions will be included on the website, and further information is available at www.redrabbit.ltd.uk/cw.
Short Shorts
Can you capture the essence of an idea in a hundred words or less or tell a story that captivates, amuses or inspires in 300 words or so? Do you have dozens of coherent snippets that never quite made it into that 1000 word masterpiece? Can you make someone break out in laughter after reading a few brief lines? A new online magazine, launching May 2005, may be the answer. Especially interested in thought-provoking, stories and essays (short), humorous pieces and personal narratives that evoke emotion and suggest connections to larger themes or raise issues that touch the human heart. No payments at this stage and all freelance. But it is your chance to establish your credentials in a brand new market. Send a brief resume and one sample piece -- maximum 200 words -- to micro.editor@gmail.com
ArtPromote.com
ArtPromote.com are now accepting articles, reports, term papers, and short (very short) stories relating to topics in the directory. Visit their website for more details.
Home Stagers
Interested in articles on the following subjects: Property Presentation, Interior Design, Home and Garden, Property Selling, Local History and anecdotal stories. Other subjects can also be suggested that may be of interest to our readers. Our site welcomes the opportunity to promote existing and aspiring authors. Although we don't provide payment to authors we do offer to promote their talents. We provide to the author: An author's profile page, links to all articles published on the Home Stagers web site, an optional link to your homepage or website, an optional email link to you, a small photo or image, full copyright accreditation. If the author has a published book, we are also happy to provide an Amazon link (via the author's Amazon association code if they have one) to encourage our readers to buy the author's published work. You can find out more at www.homestagers.co.uk
Marks & Spencer Magazine invites readers to 'tell us what you think' or ask for help and advice. The star letter writer wins £50 M&S gift vouchers. Details: Kelda Warden, Marks & Spencer Magazine, 7 St Martin's Place, London WC2N 4HA. £100 is also paid for favourite recipes, if used - write to the Food Editor at the above address.
Wooden Horse Publishing If you write non-fiction, especially articles, the website of Wooden Horse Publishing (www.woodenhorsepub.com) seems to have the newest US markets first. Check out the magazine market section, its range is catholic. Sign up for their newsletter.
The Bureau of Freelance Photographers is seeking features as well as quality photographs for their monthly Market Newsletter. Text can be on any aspect of freelancing provided it contains useful information or advice. Length should be about 1,000 words, accompanied by illustrations and submitted via e-mail or on disk. Contributions for their regular 'Pictures That Sell' page should be sent with a brief reference to the circumstances surrounding the taking and marketing of the picture; fees £30 per picture and £100 per feature. Address: Market Newsletter, Bureau of Freelance Photographers, Focus House, 497 Green Lanes, London N13 4BP; tel: 020 8882 3315; fax: 020 8886 5174; e-mail: eds@thebfp.com; editor John Tracy.
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