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July 24, 2026

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From the Editor's Desk - DON’T GET TRICKED! When Publishers Lure Authors in With DECEPTIVE Royalty Verbiage - by Angela Hoy, Publisher

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The WritersWeekly Podcast! - NEW EPISODE!

EPISODE 50: Real Stories of Authors Who Saved Thousands After Contacting WritersWeekly About Potential Publishing Scams - In the past 7 days, we've saved authors who were about to get scammed $28K! In the past 2 years, we've saved authors $2.9 MILLION!!!

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News From the Home Office - Bigfoot is Back, AND One of Our New Hens LOVES Me!!

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Feature Article - I Got Scammed by a Fake Book Club ON PURPOSE! - by Marsh Rose

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Ask The Expert - "Is International Writers' Chronicle a Scam? (I suspect it is.)"

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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 07/24/26

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Marketing Secrets - 10 Finance Markets That Pay Writers - by Karoki Githure

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This Week's Trivia Question! Win a FREE E-BOOK of your choice from BookLocker.com!

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From the Editor's Desk

DON’T GET TRICKED! When Publishers Lure Authors in With DECEPTIVE Royalty Verbiage - by Angela Hoy, Publisher

We've made this common ploy, which bad publishers use to trick authors, easy to spot.

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DON’T GET TRICKED! When Publishers Lure Authors in With DECEPTIVE Royalty Verbiage - by Angela Hoy, Publisher

The WritersWeekly Podcast!

Available on 4 platforms, including YouTube!
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Click for links to ALL EPISODES.


NEW!!!

EPISODE 50: Real Stories of Authors Who Saved Thousands After Contacting WritersWeekly About Potential Publishing Scams - In the past 7 days, we've saved authors who were about to get scammed $28K! In the past 2 years, we've saved authors $2.9 MILLION!!!

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News From the Home Office

Bigfoot is Back AND One of Our New Hens LOVES Me!!

Does Bigfoot want to eat our chickens???

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Bigfoot is Back AND One of Our New Hens LOVES Me!!

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Feature Article

I Got Scammed by a Fake Book Club ON PURPOSE! - by Marsh Rose

These not-so-smart Nigerians pretended to be in Chicago, but they didn't fool this author!!

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I Got Scammed by a Fake Book Club ON PURPOSE! - by Marsh Rose

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Ask The Expert

"Is International Writers' Chronicle a Scam? (I suspect it is.)"

It DEFINITELY looks like a scam, so we did some digging...

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"Is International Writers' Chronicle a Scam? (I suspect it is.)"

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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!)

The One - by Terence A. McSweeney

The One is the conclusion of the first book, The Visitor. Maxwell Jones must change future history in order for the people of his time era to survive. He must change the Houteta path of destruction by influencing their leader, Teknokta.

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The One - by Terence A. McSweeney

The Adventures of Wilmer Nichols: Pushing the Envelope - by Wilmer Nichols

This is an essential guide to some of the world's most extreme adventures. From white-water rafting the mighty Colorado River to wing walking in Southern England and many adventures in between.

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The Adventures of Wilmer Nichols: Pushing the Envelope - by Wilmer Nichols

Coloring Nehantic - by Dr. John E. Pfeiffer

Nehantics are remembered for their work towards achieving equality for people of color. The Nehantic were centrally involved in the fight for human justice, equality, and civil rights.

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Coloring Nehantic - by Dr. John E. Pfeiffer

Riveted - by Boomer Murrhee

Spain, 1945. As war's dust settles, secrets refuse to stay buried. An OSS operative, a resilient woman, and a dangerous man collide in a web of betrayal and survival. History's shadows run deep.

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Riveted - by Boomer Murrhee

Paying Markets for Writers

Story Unlikely

“Story Unlikely is an online literary magazine focused on publishing the very best short stories regardless of genre, author pedigree, or lack there-of.” Circ. 12K. Monthly. Pays on acceptance. Publishes ms within 3-10 months of acceptance. “Buys first, non-exclusive anthology rights, for publication in the English language, and continuing, nonexclusive right to use the work in the edition as long as Story Unlikely remains in print/publication.” Accepts reprints. Responds in 1-3 months. Guidelines online.

Pays $0.08/word.

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Story Unlikely

Smoky Mountain Living

“Smoky Mountain Living Magazine celebrates wilderness adventuring and urban exploration in Southern Appalachia. Each issue brings the region to life with a focus on its people, culture, music, arts, history and special places.” Welcomes new writers. Pays 60-90 days after publication. Period between acceptance and publication varies. Buys all rights. No reprints. Subscription $25/year. Guidelines available upon request by email.

Pays $100-$400/article between 1,500-3,000 words.

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Smoky Mountain Living

THEMA

“THEMA is a theme-generated journal of short stories, poetry, art and photography, each issue a stand-alone anthology based on a unique theme. The journal is designed to provide a stimulating forum for established and emerging literary artists, to serve as source material and inspiration for teachers of creative writing, and to provide readers with a unique collection of creative work."

Pays $10-$25.

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THEMA

Texas Highways

“As the authority on Texas travel since 1974, Texas Highways provides readers with a curated guide to the state’s cities, small towns, hidden gems, and natural wonders. Stories focus on Texas’ scenic, recreational, historical, cultural, and ethnic treasures accompanied by strong photography highlighting the state’s natural beauty.” Welcomes new writers. Pays on acceptance. Publishes ms 3-4 months after acceptance. Buys all rights for 5 months. No reprints. Responds within 30 days. Guidelines available by email.

Pays $0.50-$1.00/word.

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Texas Highways
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Freelance and Full-time Remote Writing, Blogging, Editing, and Photography Jobs for 07/24/26

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

30 freelance and full-time remote writing jobs!

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Remote Full-Time Digital Content Editor
Weigel Broadcasting Co

Remote Full-Time Editor-in-Chief
Project Pulso

Freelance Technical Writer
DivIHN Integration

Freelance Tourism Writer
DataAnnotation

Remote Full-Time Copywriter
Progressive Insurance

Remote Full-Time Content Writer
Microsoft

Remote Full-Time Copywriter
Sundayy

Remote Full-Time Copywriter
Comedy For The Internet

Remote Full-Time Non-Fiction Ghostwriter
Peaceful Profits

Remote Full-Time Writer – Pays $70K-$75K/year
First Page Sage

Remote Full-Time Editor
Clio

Remote Full-Time Writer
Mob Entertainment

Remote Full-Time Scriptwriter
Gritter Francona

Remote Full-Time Editor
EvenUp

Remote Full-Time Proposal Writer
Syneos Health

Remote Full-Time Editor/News Writer
Outside

Remote Full-Time Copywriter – Pays $135K/year
Southend Pharmacy

Remote Full-Time Writer/Editor
LMI

Remote Full-Time B2B Content Writer (Marketing)
Tivity Health

Remote Full-Time Journalist – Pays $110K-$130K/year
AirGarage

Remote Full-Time Commercial Content Writer
Better Collective

Remote Full-Time Technical Writer
Spatial Front, Inc.

Remote Full-Time Scriptwriter
Gritter Francona

Remote Full-Time Content Writer
Octave

Remote Full-Time Copywriter
HOKA

Remote Full-Time Development Writer/Content Creator
USA TODAY Co., Inc.

Remote Full-Time Technical Marketing Writer
Expel

Remote Full-Time Medical Writer
Red Nucleus

Remote Full-Time Creative Writer – Fundraising/TV – Pays $90K-$115K/year
Moore

Remote Full-Time Technical Writer
Signature Performance, Inc.

For links to all jobs featured above, CLICK HERE.

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

Marketing Secrets

10 Finance Markets That Pay Writers - by Karoki Githure

Do you like to research and write about finances and stocks???

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10 Finance Markets That Pay Writers - by Karoki Githure
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