Rural Missouri Magazine

“A magazine conveying the rural way of life in rural Missouri. We look for interesting people, places,
things to share with our readers. While a story submission may seem perfect for us. we’ll ask you why that topic/person is any different than anyone ELSE in Missouri doing the same thing, a unique subject gets our attention.” 10% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 545K. Monthly. Pays on acceptance. Period between acceptance and publication varies. Responds 6-8 weeks. Buys first Missouri rights. No reprints. Sample copy available for $3 via SASE. Subscription $20 for three years. Pays $250-$300 for 1300 words.

Saley Publications

“Saley Publications offers three visitor guides in central Alberta, Canada.” Circ. 20K. Annual. Pays after publication. Buys all rights. Accepts reprints. Pays $0.04/word for 300-1000 words.

Sound & Communications

“Our publication is read by consultants, integrators and contractors who are involved in designing and installing fixed-install commercial audiovisual systems. All submissions must be tailored to this specific segment. We are not interested in ëgeneric’ pieces.” 40% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 27K. Monthly. Pays 30 days after publication. Period between acceptance and publication varies. Buys first rights. No reprints. Responds within one week. Sample copy available online. Subscription free to their trade. Guidelines not available. “If they have something appropriate for our market, they should contact me.” Payments are negotiated based on the writer’s expertise and the type of submission.

Royal Fireworks Publishing Co, Inc.

“We publish a range of fiction, mostly historical fiction for young people, and we publish titles for the education of gifted children. We publish some adult fiction, mostly westerns.” Publishes 75 new titles/year. Welcomes new writers. Average size of first print run 1500. No upfront fees. Rarely pays advances. Publishes ms 3-8 months after acceptance. Responds 4-6 weeks. Catalog online.

WritersWeekly Trivia Contest Question For 02/19/2016!

Question for 02/19/2016: According to last week’s issue of WritersWeekly.com, how much does Elks Magazine pay writers? Send your answer through the contact form here. You must be a WritersWeekly.com subscriber to participate in the weekly contests. Subscribe (it’s free!). NOTE: ONLY ONE WINNER PER HOUSEHOLD PER CALENDAR QUARTER, PLEASE. THIS WEEK’S PRIZE: A free […]

Writing Jobs For 02/19/2016

Freelance Entertainment Writer Teen.com Freelance  eCommerce Copywriter blind ad Freelance Writer/Editor AECOM Freelance Science Curriculum Writer Responsive Education Solutions Freelance USA Staff Writers (2) FourFourTwo Freelance Social Media Manager NRSNG Freelance Copy Editor Adecco Freelance Media Relations Specialist The Humane League Freelance Writers – Pays $50 Mobile RVing: The Buzz Freelance Writers – with a […]

T. Gene Davis’s Speculative Blog

“T. Gene Davis’s Speculative Blog publishes a new family-friendly science fiction, fantasy, or horror story every Monday. Most stories are by guest authors.” 80% freelance. Welcomes new writers. Circ. 4K views. Daily. Pays on acceptance. Publishes ms three months after acceptance. Buys first electronic rights worldwide. Responds within three weeks.

Whispers and Warnings For 02/19/2016

Whispers and Warnings For 02/19/2016

  • Survey finds 76% of children prefer print books
  • Author Solutions: A Poor Experience or Poor Choice?
  • More Author Solutions mayhem
  • Author Solutions and Friends: The Inside Story
  • Bad Writing Tips from Famous Authors – Eva Creerson
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How I Generate Four Streams of Income from My Writing! By Keesha Metcalfe

How I Generate Four Streams of Income from My Writing! By Keesha Metcalfe

About three years ago, I officially launched my freelance writing career after I lost my job as a manager at a financial institution. You can imagine how devastated I was when I lost my job since I had no other steady source of income at the time and I had children in school and bills to pay. However, I had been doing some freelance writing on the side for awhile, and was able to earn a good supplemental income.

How Can I Convince Bookstores To Host A Signing For My New Book?

How Can I Convince Bookstores To Host A Signing For My New Book?

Hello. I am currently in the process of self publishing and soon I want to have a book signing. I have reached out to a few bookstores in preparation. A few of them suggested I email the owner/manager. My question is what kinds of things should I be sure NOT to leave out when I correspond with them via this first email?