The Common

Published on May 22, 2026 diversify your writing income, Paying Markets for Writers

THIS PUBLICATION USES SUBMITTABLE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO CHARGE WRITERS A FEE TO SUBMIT THEIR WORK.

“The Common is a literary organization whose mission is to deepen our individual and collective sense of place. Based at Amherst College, we aim to serve as a vibrant common space for the global exchange of ideas and experiences through three main areas of activity: publishing, public programming, and mentorship and education. We publish works that embody particular times and places—literature and art powerful enough to reach from there to here—and feature new and underrepresented voices from around the world. Publications include: two print issues per year; and an open-access online platform updated weekly. We host and participate in programs that serve the public and foster literary community, including: readings and conversations featuring writers, editors, and translators; and collaborations with schools, museums, libraries, and other publications and nonprofit organizations. We provide mentorship and education to the next generation of writers, editors, and publishers through: hands-on literary publishing internship program for college students; classroom programs serving high school, college, and graduate students; and strong editorial support and guidance to launch the careers of emerging authors.”

Pays $40 – $200