THE NATION is a weekly journal of left/liberal opinion, covering national and international affairs as well as the arts. The editors run two types of news items: comments (approximately 750 words), which are brief analyses of news developments, e.g., a Supreme Court decision or a change of government in Mexico; and articles (typically 1500-2500 words), which combine reporting and analysis to provide in-depth looks at issues and investigative reports (usually 2000 to 6000 words). Payment: comment is $150; for an article $350-$500 depending on length. Payment for arts pieces is dependent on length; generally $225 and up.
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Earth Island Journal combines investigative journalism and thought-provoking essays that make the connections between the environment and other contemporary issues. Payment: 20 cents/word for shorter dispatches (1,200-1,500 words) and for longer investigative features (2,500-3,000 words).
View Submission GuidelinesLatterly magazine
Latterly is an independent publisher of international storytelling, supported by and accountable to its readers. With a focus on the individual, each monthly edition breathes relevance and depth into global reportage. Latterly is always seeking pitches and submissions for features and photo essays from all over the world. The editors only want works of reported journalism that employ elements of narrative storytelling. Payment is $100 for photo essays and larger, negotiable rates for features.
View Submission GuidelinesMiddle East Report magazine
Middle East Report welcomes manuscripts on the political economy of the contemporary Middle East, the role of the United States and other outside powers, and popular struggles in the region. Word length: 3,000 to 6,000 words. Under special circumstances we pay a modest fee for contributions.
View Submission GuidelinesMother Jones magazine
Mother Jones magazine and MotherJones.com will consider solidly reported, hard-hitting, groundbreaking news stories. Also open to thought-provoking, timely opinion and analysis pieces on important current issues. Web pieces are generally less than 1,500 words. Magazine pieces can range up to 5,000 words. Payment is up to $1/word.
View Submission GuidelinesAramco World magazine
Aramco World publishes positive and non-political stories of lasting educational value about aspects of the Arab and Muslim worlds, their arts, history, geography, biography, cross-cultural connections and trends. Length: 300 to 4000 words. Rates are midrange, and they vary with a contributors background, location and the complexity of the story. Fees are paid on acceptance.
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Since its launch in 2002, The Diplomat has been dedicated to quality analysis and commentary on events occurring in Asia and around the world. The Diplomat welcomes unsolicited articles and blog posts. Preference will be given to original reporting and analysis, but we will also consider commentary. Word length: 400 and 800 words for short articles, while feature articles start at 1000 words. Payment: submit rates.
View Submission GuidelinesThe Old Farmer’s Almanac
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the oldest continuously published periodical in North America and the most popular “farmer’s almanac” by far. The publication brings timeless topics to the page under a variety of categories: amusement, astronomy, folklore, food, gardening, history, home remedies, husbandry, nature/outdoors, pets, romance, sports/fishing, weather, and others. Payment is up to 65 cents/word. Usually buys all rights.
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