Archive for June, 2010
Call for Contract Writers
Iconoculture are launching Iconoculture in the U.K. and seeks part-time contract writers to write short articles (150-200 words) for their website. Two years in consumer-based marketing environment and proven journalism skills/values required. Virtual work for highly responsible, tech-savvy self-starter; high-speed internet connection a must. View website for contact details.
Military Authors Wanted
UK based Conway is one of the world’s leading publishers of books concerned with military, naval and maritime history. Their aim is to promote a wider interest in such specialist subjects among the general public, whilst simultaneously catering to the dedicated naval and maritime sector that makes up the core readership. They are happy to accept unsolicited submissions. View website for contact details.
http://www.conwaypublishing.com/contact-us
Magazine Welcomes Cumbria Articles
For over 50 years Cumbria, an A5 magazine, has been bringing a breath of the fells and valleys to devotees all over the world. Each month the magazine introduces readers to the characters who shape this beautiful corner of England. They welcome outlines for illustrated articles on all aspects of lakeland living. Articles 800-1,000 words. Pays £70 per 1,000 words. View website for contact details.
http://www.cumbriamagazine.co.uk
Web Entepreneur Articles Wanted
If you’re a web entrepreneur and you’d like to share some of your experiences with others, then The Netsetter would like to hear from you! They welcome the following topics:
* Writing, editing, and niche blogging
* Market research, analyzing traffic, and search engine optimization
* Accounting and business management skills
* Start-ups, launches, and managing growth
* Working with teams, contractors, clients, and partners
They need:
* Reviews of (and links to) various resources
* Concrete, proven strategies to achieve business goals
* Personal anecdotes and insights into solving business problems
* Walkthroughs and checklists for completing business tasks
They aren’t looking for general overviews or introductions to basic web concepts or processes, but are looking for articles such as “Ten Strategies to Deal with…” or “How to Create a…in 5 Easy Steps” or “Seven Sites Where You Can…”
Articles should be around 1,000 words in length and demonstrate a professional writing style with some personal flair. New writers will receive $50 (US) for each article selected for publication. Regular contributors may be elevated to higher rates of pay. View website for contact details.
http://thenetsetter.com/blog/guest-post/
Call for Flash Fiction and Poetry
Cast Macabre is open to submissons for short length and flash fiction, and poetry. Stories longer than 4,000 words or so take over twenty minutes to read, which is about their limit, but if the story is good they may make an exception. Flash fiction (1000 words or less) will be read in their special flash episodes. Short, dark poetry will be occasionally read as an appetiser before main features in regular episodes. Token fee offered. View website for more details.
http://www.castmacabre.org/p/submission-guidelines.html
Freelance Reporters Wanted – UK
The Jewish Chronicle breaks major stories week-in, week-out and has become one of the most sought-after weeklies by Fleet Street news desks. It now has rare openings for freelance reporters who can help maintain that impetus. Shifts/commissions are available in London and the North of England. A good working knowledge of the Jewish community is essential. Applications to managing editor, Richard Burton, at richardburton@thejc.com
History Title Open to Submissions
MHQ: The Quarterly Journal of Military History welcomes feature articles. All eras are of interest, particularly ancient times, if the writer bases an article on up-to-date historical research. Rates for feature articles start at $800 (more if special expenses incurred) for 1500-6000 words. Pays $400 for departments. View website for details.
Human Rights Plays Wanted
Everyone Has the Right is a rolling script submission service (i.e. there is NO deadline) for plays with human rights at their heart. Plays from outside of the UK are welcomed but we are only able to report on new plays, that have not been professionally produced, written in English. View website for more info.
http://iceandfire.co.uk/participation/everyonehastheright/
Boating Title Welcomes Article Queries
US based Houseboat Magazine focuses on the freedom and lifestyle that is only possible on a houseboat. They welcome Old Boat Stories (Vintage houseboats that have been fixed up with before and after photos) and welcome queries for articles on all aspects of living aboard. Pays $200-$350 for 1200-1800 words. View website for contact details.
http://www.houseboatmagazine.com
Call for Writers
The First Line help writers break through the block that is the blank page. They welcome writers. View website for current requirements. http://www.thefirstline.com/submission.htm
Freelance Journalist Vacancy – London, UK
A freelance Journalist with strong news writing experience, preferably familiar with the Egaming/online gambling market, is required immediately. Based in Farringdon, London. Please send Cvs to s.carter@pageantmedia.com
Faith Writers Wanted
Faith Today is a general interest magazine of feature articles and news aimed at Canadian Evangelicals, including “how to” features, analysis features, news and profiles of Canadian individuals and ministries. They welcome features ranging from 800 to 1,800 words that provide analysis and interpretation, rather than straight news magazine-style reports. Unsolicited manuscripts are not accepted. Please send query letters in first instance. View website for details.
http://www.evangelicalfellowship.ca/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=471
Call for Tales from the City
To celebrate great urban writing, Creative Tourist and Rainy City Stories have teamed up to launch a new short story competition, Rain Never Stops Play. They are looking for great tales from the city – stories that encapsulate some of the romance or the horror, the daily drudgery or the surreal moments, the beauty or the decay of modern urban life. Stories should be contemporary or set within the last ten years, and should provide a detailed snapshot of city life. The winning stories will be published on Creative Tourist and Rainy City Stories, and the winners will receive a cash prize of £100 and tickets to some very special events at this year’s Manchester Literature Festival. View website for full details.
http://www.creativetourist.com/competitions
Literary Zine Welcomes Submissions
New York literary zine birdsong is now accepting submissions for the Winter 2010 Poetry + Prose Contest. A prize of $50, publication in birdsong #14, 10 complimentary copies of the zine (edition of 200, full color, screenprinted cover), and a featured spot in the Brooklyn reading series in mid-December will be awarded a single person in each category. View website for submission details.
http://birdsongmag.com/contest/
Support for Playwrights
The Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland is continuing to expand their engagement with professional writers. They want to stimulate, provoke, support and enable them to develop their work in a way that best suits their creative process. This is part of their commitment to a flexible, accessible process where the writer’s needs are at the heart of our activity. Applications are now open for Writer’s Projects 2010/2011. You, the professional playwright, can apply for up to £3,250 to support any aspect of your writing development. View website for more info.
http://www.playwrightsstudio.co.uk/writersprojects.htm
Photography Blogger Wanted
Canon5DTips.com are looking for someone to help add content to the blog. This participation can take many forms. they want to push the blog to the next level. Compensations will be based on the level of contribution. If you are interested, please view
http://www.canon5dtips.com/2010/05/looking-for-a-contributor-writer/
Call for Erotic Novels
Romantica® is the name for the line of erotic romance novels published by Ellora’s Cave Publishing. They welcome submissions from authors. View guidelines on the website.
http://www.jasminejade.com/t-writerscircle.aspx
Creative Works Competition
The Aesthetica Creative Works Competition is internationally recognised for identifying new artists and writers and bringing them to international attention. There are three categories: Artwork & Photography, Fiction and Poetry. Each winner will receive £500. Deadline for submissions is 31 August 2010. View website for details.
Greetings Publisher Welcomes Writers
Papyrus produces a diverse selection of quality greeting cards and paper products. They welcome submissions from writers. View website for full guidelines.

