38 Websites and Blogs That Pay Writers $100 Per Article
How would you like to earn $100 per blog post? You can earn that and
more writing online if you know where to look. While I often point out
that the best gigs are rarely advertised, that doesn't mean you can't
find some public gems out there.
That's where this list comes in. Updated for 2015 with 14 new
markets (11 of the originals no longer met the requirements), this list
of 38 websites and blogging markets all make it possible for you to
earn $100 per post. Some even pay significantly more than that, so check
them out even if you aren't just getting started.
Why These Markets Were Chosen
My requirements for inclusion in this list were simple:
It had to be an online writer's market (blog, website, Web version of a magazine, etc.).
Guidelines, or at least payment info, had to be available publicly online (and not just from third party reports).
The $100 mark had to fall within the market's pay range for at least
one type of writing (for example, some might start at $100, and others
might pay "up to" $100).
Websites & Blogs Paying $100 per Article
Explore these paying blogs and other online markets to see if any are
a good fit for you. And don't forget to keep an eye on the writer's market directory where I periodically add new listings.
1. Back2College.com
Back2College.com focuses on adult students re-entering educational
institutions to pursue advanced degrees or other professional
development. They pay $75 - 135 for non-promotional feature articles of
1000 - 1500 words.
2. BigGreyHorse.com
BigGreyHorse.com accepts travel and destination-related posts from
Texas writers. This includes reviews of Texas hotels, restaurants,
events, and more. Blog posts should be 600-1000 words each, and pay is
$125-200 per post (including required photos).
3. BirdChannel.com
BirdChannel.com is associated with Bird Talk magazine. They
want queries for articles of 800-2000 words on the care of birds, photo
essays, how-to articles, and human interest stories. They pay $100-200
for short features of 1000 words or less, and they pay $300-400 for
features of 1500-2500 words, including photographs.
4. Cosmopolitan.com
Cosmopolitan.com, tied to Cosmopolitan magazine, is looking
for online contributors to submit essays about "a memorable, crazy,
hilarious, or touching college experience." These should be up to 800
words and can focus on friends, dating, partying, classes, working,
internships, and more. Pay is $100 for a published essay.
5. Dissent NewsWire
DefendingDissent.org accepts occasional and regular freelance
contributors to cover news reporting, analysis, commentary and opinion,
essays, features, and interviews related to protests, dissent, and
related social movements. Journalistic pieces run 700-1500 words each,
paying $100 to $250. They may pay more for longer investigative reports.
6. Earth Island Journal
While this is a quarterly magazine, they accept "online reports,"
which they say are a good way for writers to break into their markets.
The publication covers environmental issues including wildlife and lands
conservation, environmental public policy, animal rights, climate and
energy, and more. The online reports pay $50 - 100 (they pay $.25 per
word for their usual features and shorter dispatches, averaging
$750-1000 for an in-depth feature).
7. eCommerce Insiders
eCommerce Insiders accepts articles from online retail experts. They
accept a mix of commentary-style posts and educational posts covering
topics such as SEO, affiliate programs, conversion rates, logistics,
call centers, and other e-commerce related issues. While they accept
shorter articles at a lower rate, they pay $125 for articles over 600
words.
8. AFineParent.com
This market came to me from Sumitha Bhandarkar, via Anne Wayman of About Freelance Writing.
The blog accepts articles about parenting for smart, busy parents.
There is a limited reading period each month. The monthly topic will be
updated on the submission guidelines page each month, along with each
month's deadline. The blog pays $100 per post. If your post tops the
list of most popular posts at the end of the year, you can earn an extra
$200 bonus.
9. FlashMint
FlashMint accepts Flash development tutorials from experienced
developers. These tutorials should include screenshots and step-by-step
instructions. They pay $150 per tutorial.
10. The Graphic Design School Blog
The Graphic Design School Blog accepts articles and beginner-level
tutorials in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. They pay $100 - 200
per accepted freelance contribution.
11. HowlRound.com
HowlRound.com is a community built around artists, the theater, and
performance. While they only pay $50 for blog posts of 750-1000 words,
they pay $100 for their "NewCrit Parameters" of 1000-1500 words and $150
for essays of 1500-2000 words.
12. The Introspectionist
The Introspectionist publishes in-depth articles for intelligent
women. Every month features a different theme. Features of up to 2000
words pay $100. Features up to 5000 words pay $200. They accept
departments, short fiction, and poems at lower rates.
13. iWorkwell.com
iWorkWell accepts contributions from HR professionals / consultants /
academics and employment or labor attorneys with HR expertise. They're
looking for instructional articles related to HR professionals. They
accept both editing offers for existing content on the site (up to $75
depending on the level of improvements) as well as new contributions
paying anywhere from $100 - 175 per article. Articles are generally 1500
- 3500 words.
14. Knitty.com
Knitty.com accepts freelance submissions of knitting articles /
tutorials / patterns. Pay attention to the writer's guidelines for notes
on when to submit season-specific tutorials. Payments are $75 - 100 per
submission.
15. LabMice.net
LabMice.net publishes content related to computer security, technical
project management, and other issues of interest to IT professionals.
They pay $60 - 100 per article.
16. Linode.com
Linode.com publishes guides and tutorials teaching readers how to use
Linux. Contributions can cover Nginx tuning and performance,
OpenChange, WebRTC, gaming servers, Puppet, Ansible, or SaltStack. You
can suggest topics outside of those areas as well. Pay is $100 per
article.
17. A List Apart
A List Apart accepts viewpoint / argument-oriented feature articles
for designers, developers, content strategists, and information
architects. These posts should fall within the 1500-2000 word count
range and typically earn $200 per article.
18. Listverse
Listverse publishes list-style articles with at least ten list items (of around 1500 words total). They pay $100 per list.
19. MetroParent.com
This parenting magazine for southeast Michigan moms also publishes
online (including some online-only articles). They pay $150 - 350 per
feature of 1000 - 2500 words.
20. Model Railroad Hobbyist
Model Railroad Hobbyist publishes articles and videos "on all aspects
of model railroading and on prototype (real) railroading as a subject
for modeling." Articles should be no more than 3000 words. Features
typically earn $200-600, although because the electronic version doesn't
have the same space constraints as the print version, writers have
earned "well over $1000 in payment" for longer electronic features. You
earn $100 extra if your story gets on the cover.
21. NevadaMagazine.com
In addition to accepting freelance submissions for its print
magazine, this publication also accepts Web-specific stories. This is
the official state tourism magazine of Nevada, and stories should be of
regional interest (state news, destination stories, local restaurants,
profiles of interesting people from the state, etc.). Payments for
Web-based stories are $100 - 200.
22. NewWest.net
New West is a digital publication focused on the Rocky Mountain
region including Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico.
They accept freelance submissions related to culture, politics, energy,
the new economy, travel, lifestyle, Western literature, film and food,
and more. While they only pay $50 for shorter local stories, they pay up
to $500 for more in-depth, regional pieces.
23. PerceptiveTravel.com
PerceptiveTravel.com is an online magazine featuring travel stories from published book authors and anthology editors only. They pay $100 per article.
24. PhotoshopTutorials.ws
This site features Photoshop design tutorials. You can query them by
sending a picture of your Photoshop project's end result before writing
the tutorial itself. They pay $150-300 per published tutorial.
25. Pxleyes.com
Pxleyes.com publishes graphics-related tutorials for Photoshop,
Illustrator, GIMP, Bryce, Fireworks, Image-Ready, InDesign, and related
software. They pay up to $200 per tutorial.
26. ScaryMommy.com
Scary Mommy covers pregnancy, childbirth, babies, kids,
relationships, and more. They're looking for lists and short essays of
under 900 words. They pay $100 per article.
27. SitePoint
SitePoint.com accepts tutorials covering HTML and CSS. Pay is
$150-200 per tutorial of average length, and $300 or more for articles
and tutorials that are longer. They're also open to content covering
Sass, developer tools, open source, performance, browser stats and
trends, and task runners.
28. SlickWP.com
SlickWP focuses on helping readers get the most out of WordPress and
the Genesis framework. They accept tutorials as well as theme and plugin
reviews. Articles should be 1250-2000 words long. Pay is $100 per
published piece.
29. TransitionsAbroad.com
TransitionsAbroad.com accepts travel-related contributions for the
website and its webzine. Payments go up to $150 per article (800 - 2000
words).
30. TheTravelWritersLife.com
This site doesn't publish traditional travel pieces for the general
public, but rather focuses on content that teaches people how to get
paid to travel (travel writing, photography, etc.). While they pay
$50-75 for articles they request for the website, they pay $100-150 for
interviews and personal stories and $150-200 for articles with specific
advice on how readers can earn money while traveling.
31. Treehouse Blog
The Treehouse Blog covers design, development and mobile development.
They accept tips, tricks, and trend-based submissions, and they pay
$100-200 per published article.
32. TutorialBoard.net
TutorialBoard accepts tutorials for Photoshop, After Effects,
Autodesk Maya, and similar programs. These must include a sample .psd
file for readers to download. TutorialBoard pays up to $150 per accepted
tutorial.
33. Unschooling.com
Unschooling.com is tied to Home Education Magazine. They accept
articles of around 2000 words covering the topics of unschooling and
homeschooling. Pay is $100 per feature. Photos pay an additional $10
each (though cover photos pay $100).
34. Viator Travel Blog
Viator accepts travel-related features for its travel blog. Features
should be 1000-2000 words long, and they earn $100-150 per post.
35. VRay.info
VRay.info accepts tutorials relevant to any V-Ray related techniques,
from beginner-level material to more advanced tutorials. Contributors
are paid $100 per tutorial.
36. WOW! Women on Writing
WOW! is "an ezine promoting the communication between women writers,
authors, editors, agents, publishers, and readers." They accept
freelance contributions in several columns (with pay ranging from
$50-75). But feature articles of up to 3000 words earn $150.
37. YoungAndGlobal.org
This site accepts contributions covering studying abroad, global
service, expatriate living, international education, world languages,
and more. 100% of net proceeds go to DonorsChoose, supporting global
education in American public schools. Pay starts very low but can vary
up to as much as $100 per article.
38. YourOnline.biz
Your Online Biz publishes freelance posts related to online business. Bloggers can be paid $100 per accepted submission.
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