Writing for the Magazine Industry: Fiction Market

I know so many writers that are completely engrossed with fiction. Whether you write poetry, sci-fi, mysteries or other tales of excitement and adventure you can find a market. This article is designed to help you find your niche and earn good solid pay for the hard work behind your masterpieces. Go on, give it a try. If you are ready to have your work in a quality magazine and watch your publishing credits grow then this is just what you need!!

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Mystery

Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine: 97% of the features are submitted by freelance writers with a knack for the mysterious and suspenseful works. No factual stories are accepted here. This magazine bases their acceptance upon quality and the riveting, nail biting scenes that make the readers want more so really proofread your material and submit when ready- don't rush it. The editor you will want to submit to is Linda Landrigan, she is a very nice person but quality is key.

Ellery Queen's Mystery magazine: This is another great magazine to be a part of. Crime detective scripts and psychological thrillers are best. Editor Jane Hutchings is great at her job and welcomes everyone who knows the world of suspense to submit. 100% of all featured articles/stories are by freelance writers. Oh, and for those of you who are unpublished but want to give this a go, address it to: EQMM's Department of First Stories.

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Sci/Fi or Fantasy

From the Asylum: This magazine publishes a wide variety of all types of fiction and poetry. It is primarily designed for adults and teens... so don't do anything too childish or child friendly. Pay will vary depending on the type of work you submit. The editor in charge will be Katherine Sanger so contact her with queries or material. www.fromtheasylum.com

ByLine: This informative magazine discusses poetry, children's literature, and original fiction. The editor in charge is Marcia Preston. 80% of this magazine is written by freelance writers. Payment varies as the needs are broad. www.bylinemag.com

Analog Science Fiction and fact: This publication solely depends on freelance writers. They are devoted to anything science fiction. The editor is Stanley Schmidt so contact him if you are interested in writing for this magazine. www.analogsf.com

Weird Tales: This magazine is devoted to both quality reviews and poetry. 95% of the magazine is written by freelance writers. The editors that you would need to contact with your queries are Darrel Schweitzer & George Scithers . www.wildside.com .

Leading Edge Science Fiction and Fantasy: This magazine is published by students at Brigham Young University. They specialize in fantasy and science fiction. 90% of this magazine is written by freelancers. For further information on this magazine go to Leadingedgemagazine.com

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Poetry

Pleiades: This is a literary journal and it publishes a large amount of fiction including poetry from around the world. 95% of works come from freelance writers. Kevin Prufer is your contact editor.

The Kit-Cat Review: this publication is not only a review magazine of various types but is also a great place to submit poetry. Payment does vary but an earning potential of $100 is reachable. Senior Editor Claudia Fletcher is the editor for this magazine so get submission information from her.

Modern Haiku specializes in poetry and welcomes all types. This is a paying market but the amount varies. 100% of these submissions are by freelance writers. Any one can write poetry, and this particular magazine welcomes a wide variety. Whether you are a new poet or an experienced one this magazine can help you get published.

The Raven Chronicles is a magazine that publishes 'uncommon' poetry and some fiction. The managing Editor is Phoebe Bosche so all queries and material should go to her. 90% of featured writers are freelance. Pay is usually between $10-$40 per piece.

Poets & Writers editor Mary Gannon is looking for informational pieces and poetry from new and established writers. This job pays between $200- $300 per piece. This is a great opportunity for those wanting to break into the industry or just to get a few more quality credits under their belt.