How to Pitch: Pay Rate (per word)
- East West 9/18/2009
Back from a print hiatus, this global lifestyle mag wants features, profiles, and first-person stories about merging cultures.
- Bitch 9/4/2009
Rant and rave for this feminist fave with front-of-book, review, interview, and feature pitches.
- New Mexico 9/3/2009
Pitch travel-centric culture, climate and environment pieces to this southwestern mag with a readership that stretches beyond state borders.
- Poets & Writers 8/21/2009
An ode to scribes everywhere, this mag has plenty of room for poet and writer profiles.
- Relix 8/13/2009
Focus on FOB reviews and artist features when pitching this all-encompassing music magazine.
- Writer's Digest 8/7/2009
Pen the perfect profile or stick to industry trends for this definitive writer's guide.
- Charlotte 7/16/2009
At this city mag, blend quality storytelling with a service angle to earn bylines in any section.
- Tapout 6/4/2009
A news hook for a unique interview or feature will land you inside the ring at this sports enthusiast pub.
- Women's Adventure 4/23/2009
You don't have to be outdoorsy to pitch this mag, as long as your features inform and inspire its audience of active women.
- Heeb 4/10/2009
Dripping in satire, this irreverent Jewish mag covers arts and culture for an audience that's 'plugged-in and preached-out.'
- The Sun 4/3/2009
Writers with a knack for writing 'about the delights of life' but 'shed light on the tough times, too' will fit in at this literary mag.
- Geek Monthly 3/20/2009
Let your geek flag fly with science, tech and nerd culture trend pitches to this irreverent mag.
- Paper 7/18/2008
"Anything fabulous" is fair game at this breeding ground for talent that spawned Brandon Holley and Alex Kuczynski.
- VegNews 5/23/2008
This bimonthly's editors cultivate newsy features from freelancers, whether they're green or experienced.
- Running Times 5/16/2008
You won't break a sweat pitching this pub open to service-y features targeted to hardcore runners.
- Foreign Policy 4/11/2008
Pitch your perspective on politics to this freelance-friendly magazine.
- Time Out New York 3/7/2008
Spotlighting more than 2,000 things to do each week in NYC,
this mag needs knowledgeable freelancers to cover them.
- Seattle Weekly 11/8/2007
Go beyond that coffee company to score a feature byline at this northwest city alt-weekly.
- Citysearch 11/2/2007
Score bylines with the Web's most expansive guide to all things urban by pitching little-known regional happenings.
- Chow 10/30/2007
Gourmet aficionados and burger lovers alike can serve up pieces that hit the spot on Chow's revamped Web site.
- Mental Floss 10/17/2007
A new focus on current events opens up even more space in this brainy bimonthly.
- The Fader 8/3/2007
Knowledgeable music scribes can tune in to The Fader by pitching in-depth coverage of emerging artists and genres.
- n+1 7/24/2007
This "untapped reserve of thwarted great writers" seeks pitches for its high-concept pages.
- The American Scholar 6/22/2007
A tightly-written pitch with a unique take on current controversies will get you into this scholarly journal.
- Whole Life Times 6/19/2007
Pitch a cutting-edge story on green living to get on these four healthy-living mags' radars.
- The Toastmaster 6/14/2007
Sell features that offer speech-giving advice to anyone from bigwig execs to the best man.
- The L Magazine 5/15/2007
Hungry for your New Yorker-style think pieces, what this NYC upstart it lacks in pay, it makes up for in exposure.
- Queens Chronicle 4/13/2007
Dig deeper than the obvious, and this neighborhood pub will pay your way.
- City 3/19/2007
This "venue for the voice of the stylish city dweller" needs writers across its many sections.
- beliefnet.com 2/22/2007
The leading website for inspiration, spirituality, and faith wants your stories about unusual religions and unique angles on the well-known ones.
- Remix 1/25/2007
Have "a little bit of knowledge about music production?" Then you're the perfect scribe for this monthly geared to electronic music mavens.
- Bust 1/4/2007
'More honest' and 'funnier' than most women's mags, pitch your smartest, sassiest takes on pop culture.
- Time Out Chicago 12/7/2006
The Windy City's where-to-go, what-to-do weekly wants writers wants engaging coverage with a regional twist.
- Time Out New York for Kids 10/16/2006
Combine "urban" with "kid-friendly" and you've got yourself the perfect pitch for Time Out New York's little bro.
- High Times 9/14/2006
A good story idea -- or a great photo -- will find a home in the most famous magazine for savvy stoners.
- Associations Now 9/10/2009
Encompassing the world of associations, this pub wants news and features on business, leadership, and problem-solving.
- Pointe 8/27/2009
So you think you can write about dance? Demonstrate your technique with a ballet trend or choreography piece for this mag.
- Sport Diver 8/6/2009
Wade into this enthusiast mag with front-of-book news items before diving into destination guides and features.
- Go 7/23/2009
Bring a 'newsstand aesthetic' to this in-flight mag with inventive features, and you can nab a profile or even a cover story.
- Charlotte 7/16/2009
At this city mag, blend quality storytelling with a service angle to earn bylines in any section.
- Portland Spaces 7/9/2009
Writers with creative ideas on gardening, home design and urban planning can sell their stories to this West Coast pub.
- Fine Cooking 7/2/2009
Brimming with useful information, this magazine wants technique-driven articles and insider tips for epicureans.
- Horticulture 6/25/2009
Seeking writers with regional point-of-view, this pub wants features on the gardening community and green industry.
- Good 6/12/2009
This title focused on social action needs "tons of original content" from freelancers who can offer relevant, engaging ideas.
- Hemispheres 6/11/2009
Relaunched under a new publisher, this in-flight mag is prime for feature pitches that depart from typical travel fare.
- Slate 5/29/2009
Driven by ideas, not trends, Slate.com is looking for smart commentary to lend a new perspective on culture news.
- Travel Portland 5/28/2009
Focusing on the distinct neighborhoods and happenings in Portland, this city mag counts on culture-steeped freelancers.
- Heart & Soul 5/21/2009
Reliant on freelancers for most of its departments, this women's pub wants wise words on beauty, health, food, and travel.
- San Francisco 5/15/2009
This bastion of the Bay Area wants stories that "shine an entertaining, informative spotlight" on what's new in the region.
- Women's Running 5/14/2009
This women's mag mostly runs on freelancers, so high-performance writers should ready their health, nutrition, gear and profile pitches.
- Pregnancy 5/1/2009
Pitch personality-driven stories that show new mothers the opinionated sides of evergreen parenting and family issues.
- Women's Adventure 4/23/2009
You don't have to be outdoorsy to pitch this mag, as long as your features inform and inspire its audience of active women.
- Saveur 4/17/2009
Freelancers with a passion for food will fare well with stories on everything from fine dining to street vendors for this mag's front-of-book section.
- Keyboard 4/16/2009
Find freelance harmony at this music title with pitches on trends and technology, performer profiles, and product reviews.
- Heeb 4/10/2009
Dripping in satire, this irreverent Jewish mag covers arts and culture for an audience that's 'plugged-in and preached-out.'
- XXL 4/9/2009
From artist profiles and music reviews to features, almost all areas of this entertainment mag are open to creative pitches.
- The Sun 4/3/2009
Writers with a knack for writing 'about the delights of life' but 'shed light on the tough times, too' will fit in at this literary mag.
- USA Today 4/2/2009
Establish a solid relationship with these editors to nab future freelance assignments in several of the newspaper's sections.
- Girls' Life 3/27/2009
Editors at this mag want unique, advice-driven articles about boys, friends and school that young teens can relate to.
- Sister 2 Sister 3/26/2009
Break in to this women's mag with pitches on beauty, fashion, food and health.
- Geek Monthly 3/20/2009
Let your geek flag fly with science, tech and nerd culture trend pitches to this irreverent mag.
- Ms. 3/13/2009
This historic mag is looking for newsy stories aimed at 'anyone interested in feminist ideals.'
- Fit Parent 3/12/2009
This parenting pub wants to hear from 'anyone with their finger on the pulse' of family and fitness for front-of-book and feature articles.
- Upscale 3/5/2009
This women's mag about 'living the affluent lifestyle' seeks freelancers to pen inspiring stories that go beyond standard female fare.
- Interiors 2/26/2009
Editors at this luxury design mag seek exclusive features and compelling stories that bring chic culture to life.
- Clear 2/19/2009
Powerful visuals and forward-thinking freelance pieces are in demand at this innovative fashion, art, and design book.
- Filter 2/5/2009
This mag for film, music, and art lovers seeks intelligent pitches for features, items about on-the-verge bands, and more.
- Manhattan 1/15/2009
This newly-launched luxury mag places a premium on crisp, stylized writing about New York City's best.
- Paste 12/19/2008
This independent music and culture mag wants writers who look left of center for inspiration.
- All You 12/4/2008
This 'down-to-earth' women's mag places value on lengthy service pieces.
- Garden & Gun 11/20/2008
Show an 'appreciation for all things Southern' to get a byline in this culture and lifestyle mag.
- Inked 11/6/2008
Editors at this tattoo culture mag seek pitches that 'appeal to a broad audience but still connect directly with their readers.'
- New Jersey Monthly 10/31/2008
This 'Jersey-centric' pub seeks hometown profiles, local destination stories, and regional front-of-book items.
- babble.com 10/24/2008
Editors at this online mag welcome parenting stories written with 'irreverent honesty.'
- Draft 10/3/2008
This lager lover's pub freelances more than half its pages, so pitch a front-of-book or feature with a 'beer angle.'
- Boho 9/18/2008
This brand-new mag seeks 'uplifting' stories with a green angle for 'free-spirited, independent women who love fashion.'
- NylonMag.com 9/11/2008
Nylon's Web site seeks compelling takes on a gamut of pop culture trends.
- Portland Monthly 8/28/2008
This hip city mag reflects all that's quirky and wonderful about Oregon's cultural capital.
- Garden Design 8/22/2008
Pitch stories with plush photography for outdoor living lovers at this design mag.
- Seattle Metropolitan 8/21/2008
This city mag is looking to "sharpen its coverage," so pitch service-y stories with a local angle.
- ISLANDS 8/1/2008
This high-end travel magazine welcomes new freelancers with a literary tale of an exotic destination.
- Metropolis 6/27/2008
The cultural intersection between architecture and design for the urban dweller
- The Knot 3/28/2008
"Service, service, service," is the goal at the go-to source for weddings and everything related.
- Step Inside Design 3/27/2008
Editors want experts in the design world to write for this trend setting mag.
- Delight 3/21/2008
This cable companion seeks articles that help TV watchers get more out of the tube.
- Oxygen 1/24/2008
Service-driven pitches breathe new life into training, nutrition, health, and fat-loss features.
- Clean Eating 1/10/2008
The recipe for freelance success at this new mag is fresh nutrition and health pitches that motivate as well as educate.
- The Real Deal 12/20/2007
There's plenty of open areas in the "Variety of real estate."
- Wine Enthusiast 12/18/2007
No wineing here. Editors seek travel and food stories appealing to readers with opinions about vineyards.
- Air & Space 11/6/2007
All sections are open to freelancers at this pub with a love of all things airborne.
- Angeleno 10/12/2007
This monthly seeks freelancers with a finger on the pulse of Los Angeles-encompassing luxury.
- Washingtonian 9/4/2007
This city mag's editors elect to run freelance pieces on what's worth knowing within the Beltway.
- Nerve.com 8/31/2007
Freelancers write nearly all the content of this 10-year-old online sex-zine, so submit your hottest article ideas.
- Energy Times 8/16/2007
The industry's largest natural health pub boasts an appetite for freelance work as big as its circulation.
- Better Nutrition 8/7/2007
Starved for your freelance work, nearly every section in this guide to natural eating will bite if you write.
- My Business 7/10/2007
This beacon for small business owners buys articles targeting successful, unique entrepreneurs.
- Imbibe 7/3/2007
This pub pours it on with seven pitchable sections for the
beverage-focused freelancer.
- How 6/29/2007
This book for the graphic design world offers freelance opportunities as deep as its industry cred.
- Nylon 6/26/2007
The hip, fashion-minded title from the creators of Ray Gun seeks pitches of all kinds -- just no breast pumps.
- California Lawyer 6/21/2007
Editors at the legal mag seek 'big, meaty topics' for the FOB section and back page personal essay.
- Bridal Guide 5/25/2007
Features on wedding planning and the big day are sought by this mag for brides who don't want to break the bank.
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education 5/18/2007
Here's the recipe for penning a pitch that can "guarantee work" at this education mag.
- Columbia Journalism Review 5/11/2007
Thoughts and ideas valued over a writer's experience at non-academic commentary pub.
- Delicious Living 4/10/2007
Help readers live healthy lives and you'll receive a healthy paycheck.
- Black Book 4/9/2007
Target the FOB of this freelance-friendly mag, and be sure to match its idiosyncratic, irreverent approach to urban culture.
- Village Voice 4/6/2007
Even with a new editor and a new owner, this infamous alt-weekly wants your reportage and features uncovering hidden worlds.
- Yoga Journal 3/30/2007
Start with an "authentic understanding" of yoga, add your unique spin, and this book will be yours.
- Urbanite 2/8/2007
Editors of this Baltimore and beyond monthly want freelancers who "consider the bigger ideas surrounding the stories."
- Black Enterprise 1/10/2007
Pitching a business or finance idea that's innovative, unusual, or just plain smart? Then Black Enterprise is ready for you.
- The Boston Globe Magazine 12/19/2006
The Sunday supplement to Boston's leading daily paper takes features and front-of-book items with a New England spin -- pitching profiles is recommended.
- Texas Highways 12/15/2006
Touting the nation's 2nd biggest state, this mag has vast opportunities for freelancers who know Texan life and culture.
- New York Post @Work 12/14/2006
Freelancers have room to play in The New York Post supplement that's all work.
- Hollywood Reporter 11/29/2006
Features with an inside angle on the business of entertainment are sought by this widely-read daily -- just save the celeb stories for Us.
- New York Post 'Pulse' 11/22/2006
Aimed at the Page Six crowd, the Post's arts, entertainment and lifestyles section wants newsy, sensational how-to and trend stories.
- Salon 11/6/2006
This zeitgeisty site known for its news analysis seeks essays and commentary pegged to the latest headlines.
- Oxford American 10/30/2006
Everything below the Mason-Dixon line is fair game in this revamped book with space aplenty.
- Out 10/5/2006
Brevity is key when pitching this well-known gay lifestyle mag, and coming-out queries need to have "some totally new slant."
- The Advocate 9/1/2006
A full three-quarters of this gay and lesbian newsmagazine is freelance-written, so send it your ideas for "stories of national interest and scope."
- The Source 4/17/2003
They're always looking for new writers, but make sure you know what you're talking about�??and that you're really talking about hip-hop.
- Psychology Today 9/11/2009
Study up on human behavior before pitching insightful trend stories to this consumer psychology mag and its blogs.
- Modern Bride 8/28/2009
Something new trumps something borrowed when writing essays or travel stories for this trendy wedding guide.
- Afar 8/20/2009
Watch our video to find out why a quirky Q&A or destination profile will land you clips at this brand-new experiential travel mag.
- Glamour 8/14/2009
Test the waters at this glossy with fresh front-of-book ideas before pursuing under-the-radar features and profiles.
- Family Circle 7/31/2009
Freelancers fluent in family interests and issues can pitch an array of features to this service-oriented mag.
- Backpacker 7/17/2009
Packed with outdoor pointers, this magazine wants compelling profiles and useful front-of-book ideas.
- Teen Vogue 7/10/2009
Tailor stories for teens when pitching fashion scoops, culture news, and reported features to this Vogue descendant.
- Esquire 6/26/2009
This men's mag wants freelancers with access to high-profile sources and below-the-radar trends to pen smart features.
- Sherman's Travel 6/19/2009
To get rave reviews from these selective editors, pitch well-researched travel guides and smart service pieces.
- Hemispheres 6/11/2009
Relaunched under a new publisher, this in-flight mag is prime for feature pitches that depart from typical travel fare.
- Cure 6/5/2009
Service pieces rich with medical expertise or personal experience are in high demand at this quarterly magazine.
- Travel Portland 5/28/2009
Focusing on the distinct neighborhoods and happenings in Portland, this city mag counts on culture-steeped freelancers.
- Ladies' Home Journal 5/8/2009
This women's mag wants fresh, well-packaged service pieces that help its readers live better lives.
- Midwest Living 5/7/2009
This regional magazine wants food, home and travel pitches with distinctly Midwestern flavor -- residency not required.
- Pregnancy 5/1/2009
Pitch personality-driven stories that show new mothers the opinionated sides of evergreen parenting and family issues.
- Details 4/30/2009
All sections of this irreverent men's mag are open to pitches that deliver sophisticated social commentary with a sense of humor.
- Parade 4/24/2009
Freelancers based beyond New York stand the best chance of impressing editors with a pitch about an under-the-radar topic.
- New Parent Media 3/19/2009
Writers with a 'depth of experience' in the parenting genre will find a wealth of opportunities at these print and online outlets.
- Ms. 3/13/2009
This historic mag is looking for newsy stories aimed at 'anyone interested in feminist ideals.'
- Marie Claire 2/13/2009
This glossy women's mag seeks personal essays, in-depth features and trend pieces with an irresistible news hook.
- Popular Mechanics 1/30/2009
Full of 'smart ideas [that] really matter,' this tech mag leader wants your news stories, narratives, and trend pieces.
- Runner's World 1/23/2009
This mag devoted to running enthusiasts seeks talented freelancers for almost every section.
- Food Network Magazine 1/8/2009
Watch our video to find out why 'newsy, quirky' stories are ingredients for freelance success at this foodie mag.
- Vegetarian Times 12/5/2008
Recipes, features and news are all welcome in this veg-focused publication.
- All You 12/4/2008
This 'down-to-earth' women's mag places value on lengthy service pieces.
- Eating Well 11/21/2008
A personal connection to a food or cuisine is a recipe for success at this healthy eating pub.
- National Geographic Traveler 11/14/2008
This renowned travel mag 'eschews fashion and fluff' in favor of compelling stories.
- Print 11/13/2008
Editors at this 'visual culture' mag want 'relevant' pitches about overlooked products and designers.
- I.D. 11/7/2008
Some of this mag's 'best writers didn't come from the design world,' so pitch stories that connect design with your area of expertise.
- New Jersey Monthly 10/31/2008
This 'Jersey-centric' pub seeks hometown profiles, local destination stories, and regional front-of-book items.
- Delish.com 10/30/2008
This new online foodie destination seeks 'fun, easy, service-oriented' freelance pitches for every section.
- BNet.com 10/23/2008
This growing business site seeks freelancers to package 'actionable advice' into blog posts and features.
- Dwell 10/17/2008
Editors at this mag seek quirky feature pitches that explore the intersection of chic design and cozy living.
- Girlfriend Getaways 10/2/2008
More than a service mag, this new publication seeks stories about what happens when girlfriends travel together.
- Discover 9/25/2008
Freelancers, aim to cover cutting-edge science with 'stories that enlighten' for this future-minded magazine.
- Spin 9/19/2008
Editors seek everything from capsule reviews to features for the mag's 'voracious' music consumers.
- Garden Design 8/22/2008
Pitch stories with plush photography for outdoor living lovers at this design mag.
- Texas Monthly 8/8/2008
Only the best stories from the second biggest state will grace TM's pages.
- Scripps Networks 7/25/2008
Score a potential audience of millions by getting an assignment for one of these lifestyle Web sites.
- Via 6/20/2008
This freelance-friendly mag brakes for travel features on destinations that can be reached by car.
- Baby Talk 6/19/2008
This mag for new moms wants non-judgmental voices and feature pitches.
- Mountain Bike 6/12/2008
This specialty mag craves adventurous pitches for an avid mountain biker audience.
- New York Magazine Weddings 5/15/2008
Keep your proposal specific and sweet, and this magazine might say, "I do."
- Preservation 5/8/2008
Almost every section of this freelance-driven history mag is open to experienced, enlightened freelancers.
- Philadelphia 5/1/2008
More than a city pub, this Ellie-nominated glossy seeks short- and long-form writing tailored to its affluent, educated readers.
- Complex 4/25/2008
A survivor of the men's mag wars, the Marc Ecko production is turning its head towards bigger and better things -- like shoes, graffiti, and huge stars.
- Every Day with Rachael Ray 4/18/2008
This food-filled lifestyle magazine wants fresh, quirky freelance ideas in tune with its outgoing EIC.
- The Improper Bostonian 4/17/2008
Stories with an 'irreverent' spin wanted for this hip Boston magazine
- Promenade 4/10/2008
If you're an NYC connoisseur, pitch your luxury story ideas to this hotel mag.
- Bon Appetit 4/4/2008
A byline from this premier food glossy is something to savor as much as the finest Kobe beef.
- Delight 3/21/2008
This cable companion seeks articles that help TV watchers get more out of the tube.
- Plum 3/6/2008
This pregnancy pub that's 90 percent freelance-written is bursting with opportunity.
- Portland 2/29/2008
This magazine about New England's northernmost state takes short fiction and regional features galore.
- Pohly Publications 2/28/2008
From travel and food to business, Pohly seeks forward-looking, service-oriented pitches to fill the pages of its numerous publications.
- Woman's Day 2/22/2008
Focus on service features to break into this well-read women's book.
- Washington Post Magazine 2/15/2008
The newspaper mag focuses more on character-driven stories than its counterparts, but it seeks freelance features.
- Men's Health 2/8/2008
This rejuvenated men's mag seeks article ideas that are innovative and service-oriented.
- Latina 1/28/2008
This redesigned book offers a wealth of pitchable sections for the Latina-savvy freelancer.
- Travel + Leisure 1/18/2008
Scour the planet for unique, unlikely travel stories and land in this well-heeled pub.
- American Girl 1/17/2008
This magazine 'needs freelancers' to fill its pages with girl-centric stories.
- Sunset 1/11/2008
Shoot for one-page travel stories that wow West coast readers with fantastic facts and unusual storylines.
- Men's Journal 1/4/2008
With 3/4 of the book freelance-written and pay up to $2/word, this monthly seeks rugged travel pieces and health insights.
- ReadyMade 12/13/2007
Part lifestyle, part decor, this mag brings home stories designed to dazzle DIY-ers.
- MSN Channels Group 12/10/2007
With a new focus on hiring freelancers, editors at this wide-ranging family of Web sites seek "voices that resonate with the user."
- Working Mother 12/7/2007
Features are the best place to break into the mag for employed moms with too many tasks and not enough time.
- Elite Traveler 12/4/2007
Pitch short front-of-book items to break into this high-flying luxury travel pub.
- Giant 12/3/2007
This reformed men's mag boasts an expanded focus and plenty of places to pitch.
- Mad 11/9/2007
"We run the gamut from toilet humor to political humor -- as long as it makes us laugh" says the editor of this fiercely freelance-friendly humor mag.
- Cooking Light 11/1/2007
With competitive rates and plenty of space for freelancers, this monthly should be part of food writers' balanced diet.
- Red 10/11/2007
This stylish U.K. women's mag welcomes pitches from American writers with the right voice and a universal topic.
- Playboy 10/8/2007
A longtime bastion of great writing, editors want stories that won't fit anywhere else. Because, you know, we all read Playboy for the articles.
- Los Angeles 10/5/2007
Despite the Wilshire address pitches to this mag should focus on the news and trends that make the L.A. what it is today.
- En Route 9/25/2007
More literary than most in-flight mags, this bilingual book seeks thought-provoking features.
- Atlanta Magazine 8/24/2007
All things Atlanta are prime content for this monthly mag targeting affluent readers and paying $1/word.
- Maximum Fitness 8/10/2007
From 300-word blurbs to regular columns, writing opportunities abound at this muscular mag.
- Fitness 7/30/2007
From toned triceps to healthy lifestyles, this glossy wants your pitches that exercise a woman's "mind, body, and spirit."
- Worth 7/27/2007
Pitch your way from FOB items to features on "the problems and
opportunities that arise because of wealth" for this moneyed monthly.
- WeightWatchers.com 7/13/2007
This diet site devours double the freelance articles, since it tailors weight-loss advice to men and women separately.
- Women's Health 6/18/2007
This twin sister to Men's Health is wide open to practical fitness stories.
- Alternative Medicine 5/8/2007
Break in at this health-minded monthly where editors 'go out on a limb' to publish new writers.
- Skiing 4/30/2007
Query this long-lead mag now so your stories reach young, hip skiers at the perfect point in the season.
- Cosmopolitan 4/19/2007
Credentials are what'll entice editors at this sexy, storied women's glossy that's sizzled since the '60's.
- Natural Health 3/29/2007
Give your health stories a contemporary, unique spin, and you're a natural for this mag.
- Newsweek 3/23/2007
Editors need writers to fill this weekly's widely-read "My Turn" section, where pitching personal pieces is a plus.
- OK! 3/15/2007
With a slimmed-down staff, this celeb-driven U.K. import seeks news and exclusives from writers who know their Katie Holmes from their Kate Moss.
Watch The Video: Pitch Slam 1-on-1: OK!
- Guideposts 3/13/2007
Most of this monthly's sections are freelance-friendly, taking inspiring copy that "reads like a great short story," but is true.
- 5280: Denver's Mile High Magazine 3/2/2007
Great writing can be found in this pub that's printed high above the clouds.
- FamilyFun 2/27/2007
A well-paying, Disney-owned mag, this monthly takes pieces covering crafts to vacation spots, and everything else in the Magic Kingdom of parenting.
- Smithsonian 2/5/2007
Smithsonian pledges to be "of the institution but not about the institution," and pitches should be targeted accordingly.
- Scholastic 2/1/2007
With two mags to choose from, freelancers with education expertise will find plenty of space.
- Arthritis Today 1/26/2007
"No topics are off-limits," but every pitch should include ways to cope with creaky joints.
- Good Housekeeping 1/19/2007
The wise eldest of the Seven Sisters is 80 percent freelance-written, so there's plenty of opportunity
- The Walrus 1/19/2007
"A reader's magazine" filled with long-form journalism? The Walrus is a rare beast, indeed.
- Scientific American 12/21/2006
For this long-running science monthly, "a fresh angle on an old story" is sought more by editors than breaking news
- Boston 11/28/2006
You needn't live in Beantown to write for this top-ranking urban monthly -- just have an insider's angle on what makes the city tick.
- Yachting 10/18/2006
Ahoy, matey: This niche luxury boating title seeks freelancers with a creative spin on the world of luxury boats and all that goes with them.
- Seventeen 8/3/2006
The only 62-year-old teenager we know, this hardy title has survived many a teen mag competitor by focusing on the actual experiences of teen girls, and welcomes pitches in that vein.
- Penthouse 6/1/2006
Known for its steamy Forum and menagerie of Pets, Penthouse also boasts numerous opportunities for freelancers who can target men beyond the lad-mag fray
- Mother Jones 9/22/2005
This progressive pub, known for its investigative reporting, asks its contributing writers and photographers to raise some hell.
- Maxim 8/25/2005
A quick, smart idea could land you in the FOB. Just don't mention the L-word.
- Ski 6/9/2005
The magazine of the ski life covers a lot of luxury resort travel, but try for the unexpected or the personal�??and stay away from Aspen!
- More 9/17/2009
Catering to the over-40-and-fabulous crowd, this monthly wants stories for the reinvented woman.
- AARP: The Magazine 7/24/2009
Cater to the 50-plus crowd with a service piece or inspiring profile to earn a spot in this widely-read magazine.
- Esquire 6/26/2009
This men's mag wants freelancers with access to high-profile sources and below-the-radar trends to pen smart features.
- Parade 4/24/2009
Freelancers based beyond New York stand the best chance of impressing editors with a pitch about an under-the-radar topic.
- American Baby 2/20/2009
Bring a fresh angle to evergreen health and lifestyle topics to earn a byline at this mag for expectant and new parents.
- Parenting Early Years and Parenting School Years 2/6/2009
This go-to pub for parents is now split in two editions, each ripe for relatable freelance stories for moms at every stage.
- National Geographic Adventure 1/16/2009
This National Geographic Society pub welcomes well-researched, intelligent freelance pitches across its sections.
- Shape 1/9/2009
This women's mag defines 'what it means to live a healthy and active life.'
- Wired 12/12/2008
This high-tech pub is a boldly designed 'guidebook to the modern world.'
- New Jersey Monthly 10/31/2008
This 'Jersey-centric' pub seeks hometown profiles, local destination stories, and regional front-of-book items.
- Elle 10/10/2008
Nab a big-time byline with a fashionable feature for this 'writer-driven' women's mag.
- Discover 9/25/2008
Freelancers, aim to cover cutting-edge science with 'stories that enlighten' for this future-minded magazine.
- Health 9/5/2008
'Make sure your query offers a surprising spin and real-world approach' at this health pub.
- Fast Company 8/15/2008
Target the FOB and feature well of this forward-looking business pub.
- Self 6/6/2008
Pitch cutting-edge features focused on the "health and happiness" of women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to this fitness magazine.
- Redbook 5/30/2008
Focus your freelance work on women's 'Decade of Change.'
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- Relish 5/9/2008
Hungry for pitches and 90 percent freelance-written, this outlet devours stories connecting readers to their food.
- New York Look 2/7/2008
A discerning eye or a special story can score you a byline in this post-Fashion Week mag.
- Monocle 2/1/2008
The Wallpaper*/Economist mash-up seeks savvy writers for international news and business stories.
- Cookie 12/17/2007
This book for independent parents seeks writers with unique angles on traditional topics.
- Outside's Go 11/15/2007
An outgrowth of Outside, this men's travel mag seeks writers for features and front-of-book.
- Conde Nast Traveler 10/9/2007
Focused on the best in travel, this pub seeks writers to cover all the ways to see the world.
- Inc. 8/17/2007
With all its sections open to freelancers, this small business-focused pub invites your stories.
- Ebony 7/31/2007
With a newfound hunger for freelance submissions, this civil rights torchbearer seeks features and columns a younger audience will flock to.
- Parents 7/20/2007
This newly reborn pub wants your evergreen parenting pieces, but with a novel spin
- Essence 6/12/2007
Bring editors a pitch with a news hook or trend and you'll bring home $2/ word from this book for African-American women.
- Better Homes & Gardens 6/7/2007
Editors "hungry for ideas" buy home-related ideas ranging from travel and money to lifestyle and wellness.
- Fit Pregnancy 5/3/2007
Cozy up to $1.50 a word by pitching stories on anything from midnight cravings to post-natal exercise.
- Departures 3/12/2007
To get assignments from editors of this high-rolling book, know your luxury topics and be rich in writing skills, too.
- Country Living 3/6/2007
If the editors think your ideas and tone convey Country comfort and ease, you'll be Living large, with the clips to prove it.
- Body & Soul 3/1/2007
The pub for readers in search of "balanced and authentic lives" needs writers with a similar style.
- Outside 2/23/2007
Finding a "new frontier of adventure," this monthly's embracing pop culture and tech, so pitch timely profiles, news, science or gear stories with those elements.
- New York 1/4/2007
This big-city weekly for in-the-know Gothamites pays handsomely and has its features through its blogs open to freelancers.
- Gourmet 11/10/2005
If you�??ve got an interest in the "politics of the plate" and a quirky, adventurous outlook about food, pitch the front of the book.
- More 9/17/2009
Catering to the over-40-and-fabulous crowd, this monthly wants stories for the reinvented woman.
- Glamour 8/14/2009
Test the waters at this glossy with fresh front-of-book ideas before pursuing under-the-radar features and profiles.
- AARP: The Magazine 7/24/2009
Cater to the 50-plus crowd with a service piece or inspiring profile to earn a spot in this widely-read magazine.
- TV Guide 2/27/2009
This behind-the-scenes TV companion wants intelligent news blurbs and surprising features on today's biggest small-screen stars.
- Marie Claire 2/13/2009
This glossy women's mag seeks personal essays, in-depth features and trend pieces with an irresistible news hook.
- Fast Company 8/15/2008
Target the FOB and feature well of this forward-looking business pub.
- Reader's Digest 7/10/2008
This giant of general interest seeks pitches on anything from medical dramas to jokes to consumer service pieces.
- Lexus 6/5/2008
This luxury pub wants freelance features that drive readers to its pages.
- O: The Oprah Magazine 5/29/2008
Freelancers with smart self-help stories of personal growth can get a toe in the door.
- Prevention 2/25/2008
At $2/word, this mag enlists writers with fresh takes on healthy living for passionate, engaged female readers
- Interview 11/29/2007
Freelancers should pitch 200-word FOB-items to enter this pop culture Q&A pub.
- Rolling Stone 9/21/2007
This storied mag goes well beyond music, paying $2/word for
investigative pieces with compelling narratives.
- Allure 8/2/2007
Editors seek "beauty experts" to fill this high profile mag's pretty pages for $2/word.
- Real Simple 7/9/2007
This service-minded monthly pays $2/word for around-the-house advice that'll streamline readers' lives.
- Popular Science 6/28/2007
Want $3 a word? Frame the latest tech news in layman's terms for this monthly.
- Yankee 4/16/2007
This New England staple, recently refocused on storytelling, relies on freelancers to fill its pages.
- SmartMoney 11/8/2006
This finance-focused monthly pays a per-word rate so high, it could bounce freelancers into a whole new tax bracket.
- The Wall Street Journal Online 1/12/2006
This online arm of the esteemed paper offers good clips to writers who see beyond geek tech
- Elle Decor 9/11/2003
Its editors know the stories they want, but this design must-read can always use new writers.
- The Sun 4/3/2009
Writers with a knack for writing 'about the delights of life' but 'shed light on the tough times, too' will fit in at this literary mag.
- Garden Design 8/22/2008
Pitch stories with plush photography for outdoor living lovers at this design mag.
- This American Life 6/13/2008
Pitch a great story packed with narrative flair and you'll get an American Life through this radio-writing gig.
- ESPN: The Magazine 4/24/2008
Play the front-of-book field and earn features once you've established an editor's trust.
- Ode 4/3/2008
Change the world in a positive way at this ahead-of-the-curve mag.
- Gourmet.com 3/25/2008
The online companion to the venerable food pub seeks edgy articles to expand readers' palates.
- Uptown 3/20/2008
This premier luxury lifestyle magazine seeks stories that celebrate and connect with affluent African Americans.
- NPR's Morning Edition 3/14/2008
Morning Edition prizes compelling narrative above all, and wants 13 million people to hear yours.
- Smithsonian.com 2/26/2008
This print mag's companion on the Web seeks stories that benefit from the versatility of the Internet.
- Happen 2/14/2008
Editors seek time-sensitive culture pieces for publication on Match.com's all-inclusive online magazine.
- Highlights for Children 12/11/2007
Tap into your childhood and pitch kid-targeted articles that draw on personal experience to this positive, educational pub.
- The Seattle Times 12/6/2007
This Northwest newspaper seeks stories that will add an eighth Pulitzer to its crowded trophy case.
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