Jasper inquired:


I know a few people, those more freely and had acquired enough contacts to their living costs out that alone. I have it to ask, not too many details. How much können yourselves do you in writing fà ¼ r the magazines?

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OldGringo on 27 July, 2008 at 9:38 pm #

It all depends, what kind of writing? What kind of magazines?


Persiphone_Hellecat on 28 July, 2008 at 2:08 am #

Some do, but most do it just for extra money. Remember that only 5% or so of all authors earn a living at it. Get a copy of Writers Market 2007 and scan the magazine section in the back. Maybe some of them are looking for your type of material. Start slowly, sell a few articles and establish a reputation. Pax — C


Andy on 30 July, 2008 at 4:16 pm #

Networking, reputation for polished writing, ability to consistently meet deadlines, and an understanding of the writers’ market are all vital to becoming a successful magazine writer. It does take time though.

In the span of last month I’ve gotten paid $0.75 per word and $1.50 per word. The best I’ve pulled in is $2.50 a word from a well respected national publication for a piece last October.


writeroffthelake on 2 August, 2008 at 7:12 am #

It depends on what magazines you’re writing for, what you consider a “decent” amount, and what rights you sell. Keep as many rights as possible because reselling your rights multiplies your income and frees your time to write new articles and do your marketing. I’m assuming since you said “article” that you’re referring to non-fiction. Since most of my 3-figure sales were fiction, non-fiction isn’t my forte, but, in general, most freelance writers make less than they would at a 9-to-5 job. -


Jasmine on 24 February, 2009 at 6:01 pm #

I would love to know if there is. I am having such a hard time in this economy i would do anything possible for quick and easy pay. im am struggling in the economy and it is hard to find work.


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