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Hot Off the Pressby Stephanie OlsenHello again, everybody!I was quite delighted to receive an out-of-the-blue invitation from Elizabeth Guy, founder of ReadingWriter.com and editor of The Verb, to be featured in the "What's On Your Desk?" section of the ezine.
Joining the ranks of Janet Evanovich, Jenna Glatzer, Tim Bete, Peggy Tibbetts, and Chris Joseph, I'm in excellent company, wouldn't you say? Scroll down the page a little and catch a glimpse: http://www.readingwriters.com/TheVERBhotp.htm
As for this issue's Markets and Jobs, from blogging to backpacking, from hunters to ham operators, there are readers out there waiting just for you.
Good writing!
Stephanie Olsen
P.S. Don't forget to subscribe to Hot Off the Press – we're still averaging over 13 markets a day, saving you the hours and hours it takes to search all over the internet for paying freelance markets for writers.
The New York Review of Science Fiction
Monthly publication seeks popular articles, essays, parodies, studies, and thought-pieces on topics related to science fiction, fantasy, and horror literature.Pay $10.00 for reviews, $25.00 for features, and $5 for short ("boxed" or sidebar) features on publication or later.Query David G. Hartwell, Reviews & Features Editor, at dgh[at]tor.com
Backpacker Magazine
Our readers are knowledgeable and experienced backpackers, therefore we accept only authentic, well-researched, well-crafted stories. The best articles have style, depth, emotional impact, and take-away value for the reader.50% of our features and more than half of our departments (100 to 1,200 words) are written by freelancers.We pay $.60 to $1.00 per word, depending upon the complexity and demands of the article, as well as the proven experience of the writer, on acceptance and buy all rights.
Quilters, take note!Heavenly Patchwork wants stories of how God has blessed you through quilting or legacy quilts: "We want dramatic, heart-felt stories 300-2000 words double-spaced, vividly written in the 1st or 3rd person with emotional impact that touches the soul, in anecdotal, creative non-fiction or narrative form.
Deadline is October 30. The best story will receive $500, all others will receive a free copy of the book.Freelance Editor, Web Site
>>>>may be telecommute, but not stated<<<<
BASICally Speaking
Monthly journal for PowerBASIC® usersNeeds feature length articles that address an advanced programming topic, interviews with well-known people associated with PowerBASIC, humor, and product reviews.Pays 1.5 cents per word for the text of feature articles and 1 cent/word for interviews, on publication, for one-time worldwide publication rights.Note: no pay for humor or product reviews
Art Calendar
Art Calendar is a monthly business magazine for visual artists featuring articles on the business of art, "making a difference" stories, and profiles.Likes: marketing how-to’s, first-person stories on how an artist has built his career or an aspect of it, interviews with artists (business/career-building emphasis), and pieces on business practices and other topics of use to artists. The tone is practical, can-do, and uplifting. Pays $150 for a first-run article or $75 for a reprint, plus $25 for each published photo, on publication.Submit to Carolyn[at]ArtCalendar.com
The Funny Times
Monthly print 19-yr old pub with 68,000 subscribers it only publishes cartoons and funny stories.Pays $60 for stories 500-700 words for one-time reproduction right.Snail mail sub with clips to:The Funny Times
c/o The Editors
P.O. Box 18530
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
The Great Lakes Radio Consortium
Encourages freelance contributions and wants commentary that presents new ideas, from almost any perspective. The idea is to shed light, rather than produce heat.Pays flat rate of $150Submit to: Senior Editor Lester Graham at graham[at]glrc.org
GreenPrints
Quarterly 80 page pub wants the best, personal (key word, that) garden writing they can find. Expressive, thoughtful, humorous, angry, contrite, flippant, searching, witty, observant, sad, inviting-whatever! "We focus on the human, not the how-to side of gardening. On the people as well as the plants." Pays to $100 on acceptance for FNASR; reprints okay.Submit SASE snail mail(Mr.) Pat Stone, Editor
GreenPrints
P.O. Box 1355
Fairview, NC 28730
Hot Off the Press subscribers got these September 22 Professional Writer to help with Celebrity Autobiography
www.slumvillage.comOne member of the internationally known hip-hop group Slum Village is looking for a professional writer to help interview people for and write his autobiography. The book will share not only his life, but his experience with Slum Village. Compensation: negotiableSerious inquiries only. To set up an interview, please email to job-43057289 [at] craigslist.org or call RL at RJ Rice Studio at (248)552.9242Thank you for your time and good luck!New urban lifestyle ezine seeking submissions and current low-res jpegs images for our premiere issue Jan 2005About: UrbanSocialites is at once an interactive information community. It strives to enhance the cultural awareness of the urban-minded by profiling people of color in all genres. UrbanSocialites acts as a source of encouragement for the subjects of its
profiles, as well as the subscribers exposed to them. Our goal is to develop the urbanite by defining individuality, stepping outside of the status quo and redefining the cultural limits of the subscriber's lifestyle. This magazine stands for diversity, holding no barriers to gender or race and or particular culture or subculture.Who are we:
UrbanSocialites <urban social lites> is a global perspective of how the urban culture has changed our lifestyle through the voices of Music, Film/TV, Fashion, Technology, Politics and Sports. This magazine will have a web presence featuring editorial in these topics with rich audio visual content. UrbanSocialites initial targeted area will be the New York Tri-state area, Washington DC and Atlanta then branching out to other major cities throughout the country. Urbansocialites target age is 21 to 45 with an average income of 65K. They enjoy multicultural event and today's current event affecting they lifestyle. Urbansocialites purchase at least 2 Music CD per month and attend at least 1 film per month. Compensation: based on experience
Reply to: frederickr[at]urbansocialites.com
Note: the addy on the site reads: UrbanSocialites[at]UrbanSocialities.comEditorial research position (telecommute)
>>>>some in-house training Washington, DC<<<<<Leading publisher in telecommunications field seeks inquisitive self-starter to conduct telephone & Internet research.Candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, enjoy researching & be able to meet deadlines. This is a part-time hourly position. All work will be done from your home using your own computer equipment & telephone. Some in-house training required. Send cover letter and resume to Dept. FB Editorial, 2115 Ward Court NW, Washington, DC 20037 or e-mail to fb_editorial[at]hotmail.com. No phone calls please.Advertising Industry Blogger
TelecommuteWe're a "major" blogging network (boy that sounds silly) looking to start an advertising industry blog similar to AdRants.com. We're currently looking for someone who is some combination of witty, clever, sardonic, sarcastic, cynical, funny, etc. to work
with us on this blog. It's a part time gig working from home (or from your employer's office where you're not doing much work anyway--just kidding).Your grammar, spelling, etc. must be perfect... no one is going to be proofing your work--it's a blog!If you're interested in the gig please send me three blog posts in a style similar to blogs like AdRants.com, Gawker.com or Engadget.com.Reply to: job-43269026[at]craigslist.orgU R G E N TGrant Writer
Telecommute (Austin TX)Can you get the money? Are you good with your stuff. Two sister companies have a grant for rural transportation and are seeking a energetic and confident person to write it. Must have at least 3 funded grants to reference. Must be ready to work on
grant ASAP!!Compensation: negotiable Please contact Anita :Anitantwk[at]aol.com, or 512-282-7114.
Gray's Sporting Journal
Gray’s is published seven times a year, including three themed issues: the Fly Fishing Book (February), the (Upland) Bird Hunting Book (August) and Expeditions and Guides (December). Because 90 percent of our readers are bird hunters and 85 percent are fly fishers, we’re always looking for good fly-fishing and upland bird hunting manuscripts for these issues and throughout the year. Other subjects of interest include:* Waterfowl
* Turkeys
* Small Game
* Big Game
* Unusual Quarry (feral hogs, etc.)
* Foreign Adventures in exotic locales
* Yarns—tall tales or trueGray’s is perhaps best known for its stunning photographic essays.Pays from $600 to $1,250 for features, based on quality, not length;
Pays on average $300 for "yarns" and $100 for poems.
Pays $50 to $300 for photographs.
Pay $850 for Expedition pieces plus $75 per picture. All payment is made upon publication for modified NASR.SASE ms (no email subs) to
735 Broad Street (30901)
P. O. Box 1207
Augusta, Georgia 30903-1207
ThingsAsian
What we publish falls into three broad categories: written articles, photographic essays and fact files. These are divided into topics: architecture, art, culture, fashion, food, literature, music, people, shopping and travel - anything that promotes Asia.
Written articles range between 500 to 2,000 words.
Photo essays generally have 10-12 photographs with long descriptive captions.Pays 10/cents word. No pay for photos, but they help sell the article.
Submit to gdisf[at]aol.com
Tin House
Quarterly literary pub with reading period September through May. Publishes fiction, essays, and poetry.Payment varies according to the length and genre of the submission, but minimums are:
$50.00 for poetry; and
$200.00 for fiction and non-fiction, except for Lost & Found, which pays $150.00.
Payments are made on publication for FSR; non-exclusive, one-time anthology rights; and the right to run a portion of the story or the full poem on our web site. Snail mail subs to: Tin House, P.O. Box 10500, Portland, OR 97210.
Just a few of the markets Hot Off the Press subscribers saw Sept 24Worldwide Freelance vacanciesFreelance Web Copywriter and Editor
MOSTLY Telecommute, Philadelphia, PAInteractive media advertising firm is looking for help in editing approximately 90 pages of web content. Most of the copy will be or has been written by the agency, but there is some additional writing required.This is a 2-3 week assignment. Mostly offsite work with one or two on-site meetings. The project will likely require 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week.Skills/Experience: Must be an excellent web writer with experience writing to a female home furnishings audience. Nice to have background working on sites such as www.bhg.com , www.oxygen.com , etc. Is open to other experience, but strongly prefers writers with experience to this audience.Hourly rate at $36 to $54 per hour Contact:
Martin Romero mromero[at]cmaccess.com
Branch Manager
CM ACCESS - Your Link to Creative and Marketing Talent
1500 Market Street
12th Floor - East Tower
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone 215.246.3430
Fax 215.665.5783
Cell 215.514.6309
Toll Free 800.314.8427
www.cmaccess.com Editor for Website
TelecommuteWe need an editor to review our website text.
One time job; pays $50 - $75.Reply to: info[at]afineimage.com
Ferl First
Further Education Resources for Learning
Ferl is an information service for all staff working within the Post-Compulsory Education sector, including management, technology and teaching approaches as well as the use of online resources.We are looking for case studies of actual practice, teaching resources that you have tried and tested, perspectives on e-learning gained from experience in teaching and management, support materials that you use with your colleagues. We try to get a balance between covering the basics and showcasing innovative approaches. We are looking for examples of good practice with particular technologies, or in a particular subject, or a theme that adds to our existing content.We will pay for many of the resources we publish. As a rough indication, we offer payments such as GBR100 for a 1,000 written piece or GBR 10-30 for a teaching resource and lesson plan. We do not pay for website links or quizzes. The fee will be proposed in the emailed contract.On receipt of the final materials and the signed contract we will pay you.
WorldRadio Magazine
Monthly publication for amateur radio and ham radio buffs, and entirely reader-written.Article length: 1,200 words max
Pays 50 cents/inch for each original article over 15 inches.
New Tribal Dawn
New Tribal Dawn is a webzine that explores the literature of diversity. At this time we are in the market to purchase the following:* well-written articles exploring a particular tribe or subculture or nation or social network, the general topic "tribalism", or analyses of relevant news or current events;
* critical (but not promotional) reviews of books, music, films, performance, visual arts, etc.;
* interviews with notable personalities;
* original or historical photographs, either accompanying an article or as a stand-alone photo essay;Pays $50 per 1,500-3,000 word article
I M M E D I A T EGhostWriter/EditorLeading Publisher is looking for a writer/editor to ghost write a teen weight control/nutrition book. The writer/editor must have written and published teen books (please don’t respond if you haven’t published or edited books in the teen market),
worked with a leading publisher in the past, be available immediately, and have a serious interest in the topic.We are looking for a conversational writing style, someone extremely creative with formatting and presentation of material (e.g. creating quizzes, and exciting ways of presenting material). Please DO NOT send resumes OR writing samples, if you do your application will be discarded. We are interested in seeing a VERY brief email with your specific related experience, and your most recent projects. The individual we choose must be available full time for the next 30-45 days.Reply to: job-43451684[at]craigslist.org
Website Copywriter
TelecommuteJob Description & Responsibilities:
• Architect and develop new areas of interest for company’s web site.
• Research and write large amounts of useful content for company’s web site.
• Write marketing material for ad campaigns.
• Update the website using HTML editors.
• Write company newsletters and press releases.Job Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 years of immediate writing experience with 2 years of web site content development experience.
• 4-year degree.
• Proven track record of on time delivery of projects.
• Advanced Internet search skills.
• Knowledge of HTML editors such as Dream Weaver.
• Advanced writing and editing skills.
• Creative team player with the ability to think outside the box.Please email your cover letter and resume to job-43768554[at]craigslist.org or fax them to 415-472-2371.
Travel Writers - update Carolina guidebooksAvalon Travel Publishing is seeking a writer to revise Moon Handbooks North Carolina, Moon Handbooks Coastal Carolinas, and Moon Handbooks Charleston & Savannah.We will consider hiring one writer to take on all three of these titles. However, it is likely that we will hire two or more writers to split them up.Professional writers are preferred. Writers must be able to quickly and clearly identify the key attractions of the Carolinas and provide strategic planning advice. They must have close ties to and strong knowledge of Carolinas. Authors must also enjoy research and be able to adhere to strict deadlines. ATP Authors are compensated with an advance and royalty. Moon Handbooks Authors update their books every two to three years. Contact info:Acquisitions Editor
Avalon Travel Publishing
1400 65th Street, Suite 250
Emeryville, CA 94608email acquisitions[at]avalonpub.comTravel Writer
New York State Camping guidebook (statewide)Avalon Travel Publishing is seeking an author to write Foghorn Outdoors New York State Camping. See www.travelmatters.com/acquisitions for more information. Please review the format of a Foghorn Outdoors guidebook before responding to this posting.To be considered as an author for this project, please send us a proposal (email with attachment is acceptable) that includes the following information:1. The recommended geography and number of listings to be included in this title. 2. The reasons that you would be the best author for this book. Include applicable experience, education, and other materials previously published. Be sure to attach a copy of your resume and contact information for at least three professional references.3. A description of all other books currently available that would be competition for Foghorn Outdoors Title. What are their strengths and weaknesses? Why does the market need your book? How could you make the Foghorn Outdoors guide the best book available?4. An elaborate description of the contents of the book. Include an outline, estimated length, types of photographs and illustrations that you think it would require, and how they would be obtained. The outline and other proposed content must match the requirements listed in our new series guidelines, available at http://www.travelmatters.com/acquisitions/foghornseries.html.5. Ways in which you think you could help us to effectively promote the book.6. The estimated time needed to complete your manuscript. We would like to publish this book in the spring of 2006. The deadline for the manuscript would be around the end of August 2005.Please remember that the review process may take two to four months. Unfortunately, we cannot respond personally to every proposal submitted.Address all correspondence to:Acquisitions Editor
Avalon Travel Publishing
1400 65th Street, Suite 250
Emeryville, CA 94608email acquisitions[at]avalonpub.comContributing editor
London-based
TelecommuteA new extractive industries publication needs original reporting, opinion and analysis from a London based writer. You need a knowledge of mining, metals, energy and related financing issues. You should be comfortable writing on listed company happenings, project financings, project progress, country developments etc. If you can be our London representative, please contact me ASAP, even if you could only supply limited freelance material.Compensation: Up to $3,000/month for a top notch writer
Reply to: timwood[at]comcast.net
Senior Technical Writer
Telecommute
San Mateo, San FranciscoResponsibilities:
• Creates, develops, plans, writes, authenticates and edits technical user manuals, application papers, product descriptions and web-based publications.
• Conducts interviews with various users and technical staff to gather data for documentation.
• Researches and translates technical information into manuals and/or web-based documents for non-technical and technical users in a clear and concise style.
• May document engineering processes and specifications.
• Recommends formats responsive to technical and customer requirements.
• Produces products that conform to the company documentation and quality assurance standards.
• Improves editorial and visual standards for documents and recommends new designs, layouts and procedures as needed.
• Creates and edits technical diagrams and figures. Required Qualifications
• 4-8+ years of technical writing experience
• Experience documenting enterprise class software and products
• BA in English and/or Technical Publications writing
• High proficiency with FrameMaker 7.0, Acrobat 6.0, and RoboHelp HTML
• Experience working in fast-paced and fluid environments
Desired Qualifications
• Experience documenting enterprise messaging software
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems
• High proficiency with PhotoShop, Visio, and SnagIt
• Familiarity with CVS source control
Reply to: resumes[at]scalix.com
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