Here is a short, but amazing, list of freelance writing markets.
What's so amazing is that the pay rate ranges from an impressive 5-8 cents a word, up to $1,500 per writing assignment.
And even if you've never been published before, there is a market for your work too.
Just take a look then start writing.
Good luck.
UNPUBLISHED WRITERS ONLY
Ghoulish Tales are open until the end of June for fiction and non-fiction from unpublished writers only and it is a high-paying market.
They have a long list of stories they are interested in so see guidelines for details.
Word Count: Fiction 5,000 max, non-fiction 2,000 words max.
Payment: 10 cents/word.
Deadline: midnight June 30 2024.
https://ghoulish.rip/ghoulish-tales-reopens-submissions-only-considering-writers-who-have-never-been-published-before/
CHICKEN SOUP: STORIES ABOUT DOGS
Looking for all styles of stories about dogs; heartwarming, funny, intelligent, and more.
All submissions need to be true.
Write in the first person about something that happened to you or someone close to you.
Word Count: 1,200 words max
Payment: $250 and 10 free copies of your book
Deadline: September 30, 2024
https://www.chickensoup.com/story-submissions/possible-book-topics/
AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL MAGAZINE
Currently looking for very short stories, plays and nonfiction for two magazines aimed at 7-9 years olds, and 9-12 year olds.
All content reflect the diversity and inclusivity of Australian society.
What works best? Energetic and accessible writing that has suspense, with fast-paced action, twists, credible characters and, always, the child reader at its heart.
Word Count:
Fiction: 1500 words (shorter stories are encouraged)
Plays: 1500 words (fewer for younger readers)
Articles: 800–2000 words
Payment: 50 cents/word for fiction, articles and plays
Deadline: Open
https://theschoolmagazine.com.au/writers
PULP LITERATURE
Looking for great stories that readers can "sink into" late at night, stories that leave them feeling challenged yet refreshed.
The magazine includes a balance of all genres, including fantasy, romance, mystery, literary, etc.
Looking for stories with action and characters that grow and change throughout the story arc.
Word Count: 15-20,000 words. Stories under 5000 words have the best chance of publication.
Payment: $0.05 – $0.08 per word for short stories (to 5000 words)
Deadline: Open
https://pulpliterature.com/submissions/submission-guidelines/
WRITE ABOUT WRITING: 15 MARKETS THAT PAY UP TO $1,500
Finding a writing niche is a great way to market your writing.
If you know something about the business of writing you can pitch your ideas to all these markets.
There are 15 to choose from, or try them all.
And some pay up to $1,500 per assignment.
https://makealivingwriting.com/get-paid-to-write-about-writing-markets/
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