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February 20, 2026

Contents

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The WritersWeekly Podcast! - Episode 36: “Why is Getting My Book Published So Scary?” Don’t go it alone!!

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News From the Home Office - Baby Luke HAS ARRIVED!!!

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Feature Article - Introducing the Larry, Moe, and Curly Con Men Who Are Spamming Authors! - by David Lippman

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Ask The Expert - "Do traditionally published books still end up in bookstores and libraries?"

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New Releases from BookLocker!

(NOTE: If BookLocker publishes your book, we can feature it for our thousands of WritersWeekly readers, and on our numerous social media channels, at no charge!)
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Paying Markets for Writers

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Freelance and Full-time Remote Writing, Blogging, Editing, and Photography Jobs for 02/20/26

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Marketing Secrets - 7 Paying Education Markets for Writers - by Karoki Githure

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The WritersWeekly Podcast!

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News From the Home Office

Baby Luke HAS ARRIVED!!!

Sharing pics of this handsome fella!

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Baby Luke HAS ARRIVED!!!

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Feature Article

Introducing the Larry, Moe, and Curly Con Men Who Are Spamming Authors! - by David Lippman

My uncle, a con man, said this, "Con men make their living off the desperation of the mark."

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Introducing the Larry, Moe, and Curly Con Men Who Are Spamming Authors! - by David Lippman

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Ask The Expert

"Do traditionally published books still end up in bookstores and libraries?"

Why traditional publishing just isn't what it used to be.

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"Do traditionally published books still end up in bookstores and libraries?"

New Releases from BookLocker.com!

(NOTE: If BookLocker publishes your book, we can feature it for our thousands of WritersWeekly readers, and on our numerous social media channels, at no charge!)

Marriage In the Repair Shop - by Darrick P. Thames

Marriage in the Repair Shop is not a feel good marriage book it’s a blueprint for restoration. Written with honesty, grit, and faith. It challenges couples to stop pretending everything is fine and start repairing what truly matters.

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Marriage In the Repair Shop - by Darrick P. Thames

Leaders Path: A Journey to Clarity, Courage, and Growth - by Orlando E. Blake PhD

A practical and insightful guide to developing clarity, courage, and leadership presence—helping leaders navigate conflict, build trust, and lead with confidence in today’s complex workplace.

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Leaders Path: A Journey to Clarity, Courage, and Growth - by Orlando E. Blake PhD

Out of Darkness: A Novel - by Jeffrey K. Meyers

Out of Darkness is a roller coaster of storytelling. It's a journey of reality interspersed with whimsy when exploring the effects of a fallen creation through the lives of three ordinary characters. The goal is to bring all to salvation.

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Out of Darkness: A Novel - by Jeffrey K. Meyers

Max's Journey: Who rescued who??? - by Jackie Adams

Journey through the puppy Max's life who gets adopted from an animal shelter. Along the way, he helps many different families. Does he find his furever home as he ages to a senior?

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Max's Journey: Who rescued who??? - by Jackie Adams

Paying Markets for Writers

New Orleans Review

“We are a journal of literature and culture, publishing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, book reviews and interviews since 1968.” Welcomes new writers. Biyearly, occasionally publishes special topic issues. Pays on publication. Publishes ms one week to one year after acceptance. Buys first rights. Responds in one week to eight months. Sample articles available online. Guidelines online.

Pays $175/prose piece, and $50/poem.

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National Communications Magazine

“We’re a tight niche publication, now produced on the Substack platform, serving radio hobbyists interested in scanners (typically referred to as “police scanners”), citizens band (CB) radio and the hobby radio services – General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS), Family Radio Service (FRS) and Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS). We're also interested in shortwave radio, hobby broadcasting and anything hobby radio.” Welcomes new writers. Pays on publication. Publishes ms within 1-2 months after acceptance. Buys First N.A. rights. No reprints. Responds within one week. Subscription $30/year.
Pays $35-$100.

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Kaleidoscope: Exploring the Experience of Disability through Literature and the Fine Arts

“Kaleidoscope magazine creatively focuses on the experiences of disability from the perspective of individuals, families, friends, caregivers, educators and healthcare professionals, among others. The material selected for publication challenges and overcomes stereotypical, patronizing and sentimental attitudes about disability. The criteria for good writing apply: effective technique, thought-provoking subject matter and a mature grasp of the art of storytelling.” Biyearly. Pays after publication. Publishes ms 6-12 months after acceptance. Buys one-time rights. Accepts reprints. Guidelines online

$10-$25/article

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Kaleidoscope: Exploring the Experience of Disability through Literature and the Fine Arts

Foreword Reviews

We are a trade magazine devoted to exclusive coverage of independent books. Each issue contains reviews of approximately 110 titles across all genres, from independent and university presses only.” Welcomes new writers. Bimonthly. Pays writers each month. Publishes ms within a month of acceptance. Buys all rights. No reprints. Responds in about a week. Free to librarians and booksellers online. Guidelines by email.

Pays flat fee of $55/review of 300-600 words.

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Freelance and Full-time Remote Writing, Blogging, Editing, and Photography Jobs for 02/20/26

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30 freelance and full-time remote writing jobs!

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Full-time Remote Breaking News Writer – Politics. Pays $65K-$70K/year.
Raw Story

Part-time Remote Senior Content Editor
Tribune Publishing

Part-time Remote Careers Editor
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Full-time Remote Audience Editor – Pays $80K/year.
Jewish Currents

Full-time Remote Senior Investigative and Policy Reporter – Pays $90K/year.
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Full-time Remote Senior Producer – Pays $80K-$85K/year.
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Full-time Remote Proposal Writer
Sentara Healthcare

Freelance UX Writer – Pays $40-$45/hour.
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Full-time Remote Technical Writer
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Full-time Remote Technical Writer – Pays $50K-$70K/year.
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Full-time Remote Health Writer
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Full-time Remote Junior Business Writer
Hagog Travel and Tourism Agency

Full-time Remote Senior Technical Writer – Pays $155K-$183K/year.
Confluent

Freelance Content Creator/ Writer – helping survivors of human trafficking.
Because Organization

Full-time Remote Architectural Specification Writer
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Freelance Financial Writer – Pays $20.50-$26.50/hour.
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Full-time Remote SEO Writer & Strategist
VisionPoint Marketing

Full-time Remote Senior Grant Writer – Pays $62,500/year.
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Full-time Remote Cognos Report Writer
Kforce Inc.

Freelance Writer / Editor – B2B Technology
LaunchSquad

Freelance Healthcare Content Writer
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Freelance Med Science Writer
LanceSoft

Full-time Remote Healthcare White Paper Writer
MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc

Freelance Writer – Pays $35/hour.
Crossing Hurdles

Freelance Creative Writers – Pays $39-$44/hour.
Handshake

Freelance English Writing Generalist – Pays $30-$40/hour.
alignerr.com

Freelance Copy Editor – Pays $36/hour.
Fast Company

Full-time Remote Staff Writer, Careers
Forbes

Full-time Remote Content Writer
Melone Hatley, P.C.

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NEED WRITERS, BLOGGERS, EDITORS, AUTHORS, OR OTHER CREATIVE FOLKS?? We’ll post your ad on WritersWeekly FOR FREE. Please complete THIS FORM.

Marketing Secrets

7 Paying Education Markets for Writers - by Karoki Githure

The education sector offers numerous opportunities for writers to share their insights on learning, innovation, and teaching while earning an income.

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