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Publications paying as much as $1/word & more - Part Two.

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George ~ FWN
Aug 06, 2025
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Welcome to Part Two of publications paying $1/word for freelance writing, meaning you’ve now got access to 80 publications that pay top rates for your work.

These kinds of rates don’t come around as often as we’d like, but this list is packed with outlets known to pay well based on writer reports, editor guidance, and conversations I’ve had with freelancers.

Each entry includes pay details, editorial guidelines (where available), and direct submission links. Everything you need to pitch your next idea and land a commission.

If editorial guidelines aren’t listed, be sure to research the publication thoroughly and check Contact or Masthead pages for the right editor to pitch.

Stay tuned for Part Three, coming at you in a few weeks!


Publications paying $1+ a word (Part Two)

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