Ilura Press is a boutique publishing house, where authors, editors, and the entire pre- and post-production team work together to produce quality creative fiction. As a dedicated team of writers and creative artists, they take great pride in their authors and titles. They are currently accepting unsolicited novel length fiction manuscripts.
Submissions will close on 30 June 2009. View website for more details.
http://www.ilurapress.com/index.php?pid=3

Woman Alive is Britain’s only woman’s magazine specifically for Christian women.   It covers all denominations and seeks to inspire, encourage and resource women in their faith, helping them to grow in their relationship with God and  providing practical help and a biblical perspective on the issues impacting their lives.  Current standard rates are : £70 for a one-page article (750-900 words), £95 for two pages (1200-1300 and £125 for three page articles (1500-1600 words).  Payments are made on publication and sent with a complimentary copy of the magazine.  Woman Alive welcomes unsolicited manuscripts, but new writers are requested to include a sample of their work (published or unpublished) and a brief biography of their Christian background and writing experience. View website for contact information.
http://www.christianwriters.org.uk/?p=570

Trains buys news stories and feature articles covering railroading’s past and present, including first-person recollections. Before submitting a feature-length article, send an outline / query in the first instance. Please send a brief paragraph explaining the story, its theme, and highlights. Queries should include a possible headline. Standard manuscript rates begin at 10 cents per word. View website for more details.
http://www.trains.com/trn/default.aspx?c=a&id=526

Saudi Aramco World welcomes proposals from freelance writers, who supply nearly all of the magazine’s content. They seek 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. Look at the back issues on this website: http://www.saudiaramcoworld.com/about.us/guidelines.htm

UK based YOURS is always looking for good articles and short stories, but before you send them in, please download the PDF on their website. Every submission is read but be warned that they receive more than a hundred manuscripts a month and are able to publish only one or two short stories and articles per issue. View website for more information.

Enter the 2009-2010 Commonwealth Short Story Competition for a chance of winning the first prize of £2,000. View website for more details.

North of 50 Lifestyle Newsmagazine welcomes well-written, unsolicited articles and queries. Readers are grown-ups, baby boomers, empty nesters and young seniors.  They like history and lifestyle pieces, regional personality and business profiles. For features, payment ranges from: by-line only up to 15 cents per word, depending on quality and content, unless other arrangements have been negotiated with the editor. View website for full details. http://www.northof50.com/writers-guidelines.shtml

Able magazine is the UK’s most widely distributed consumer/lifestyle magazine aimed at disabled people, as well as their families, carers/enablers and the health/social care professionals who work with them. In general, content is focused on the positive personal experiences of disabled people and those close to them. Able magazine currently features the work of various freelance contributors. Whenever possible, they try to support and nurture the careers of disabled writers and journalists. However, they also accept submissions from non-disabled writers if it is clear they have real experience/understanding of disability and related social and cultural issues. Articles are normally commissioned at 500, 1,000 or 1,500 words. View website for contact details.
http://www.ablemagazine.co.uk/index.php/submit-a-story.html

Early American Life welcome new writers and photographers for Early American Life. They want to keep a fresh voice and a fresh eye. cover a diversity of topics, all centered around America from its founding through the mid-1800s. They pay $500 for a first feature from a new writer, more if you are an experienced, skillful writer. View website for details.
http://www.ealonline.com/editorial/guidelines.php

The Institute for Public Dialogue is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that seeks to introduce a new political idea “Public Talks.” Writers familiar with European media and international affairs are required to assist in developing and executing a media strategy. Check the web site for the Institute for Public Dialogue in California to gain a sense of what they are doing. This will allow you to see if your views and ideas are in alignment with their objectives. They prefer to pay by Pay Pal but can also mail checks. Contact: John Connolly jconnolly@ifpdialogue.org
http://www.ifpdialogue.org

Vox Humana Books is an independent, small literary publisher founded in 2009 at Kfar Sava, Israel. The press also maintains a strong focus on the publication of works by new and established Israeli, Palestinian and other Middle-Eastern writers. Vox Humana Books will be debuting in the Spring of 2010 with a number of quality titles in fiction, non-fiction and poetry. The press is currently accepting submissions from both published and new writers in consideration for 2010. View website for details.
http://voxhumana-books.com/?page_id=15

Grand Words is a one-act play writing competition for anyone over 18 living in Lancashire, Cumbria, Manchester, Liverpool, and the unitary authorities of Blackpool and Blackburn with Dawen. Plays must be for no longer than 30 minutes and for no more than three actors. The winning play will receive £100 and a production of their work at the Lawrence House Studio at the Grand. Entry details can be obtained by wrting to the education and Access Officer, Blackpool Grand Theatre – email ianl@blackpoolgrand.co.uk
http://www.edenarts.co.uk/play-writing-competition/

Vietnam is the only magazine exclusively devoted to telling the full story behind America’s most controversial war, with gripping firsthand accounts and carefully researched articles by veterans of the conflict and top military historians. If you have a story idea, please view the website for contact information.
http://www.historynet.com/contact-historynet-and-weider-history-group

Are you interested in tackling fascinating topics, from angina to politics, through wine to zoonotic diseases? Do you have one to two years of writing experience? If so joining the Morefocus team of more than 125 writers may be for you! Morefocus technologies take the ‘heavy lifting’ from assignments that typically range from 500 to 1,000 words, with subjects assigned based on a particular contributor’s specialty. Ideally writers should have the following qualifications:
*at least two years of journalism or writing experience
*proficiency in rules of English grammar
*strict attention to detail
*discipline, strong self-management skills and respect for deadlines
*creativity and the ability to use various software programs
*reliable Internet access.
For details on how to apply, visit http://www.morefocus.com/careers.php

Owners Perspective Magazine is an independent consumer publication for the leisure property and luxury travel markets and is currently distributed via leading UK supermarkets, selected hotels and resorts, travel and property shows and by individual print and online subscriptions with a total readership of more than 42,000 consumers. They are always interested to hear from experienced travel writers and journalists who feel they can contrbute in the style of their publications. Initially they will consider pre-written and pre-published articles so long as you own the rights for reproduction. Once selected as a featured writer you can then suggest topics for consideration and be either paid on a per word or contract basis depending on what’s involved in creating the article.
In brief, here is what they offer freelance experienced journalists / travel writers:

Web Articles – £15 to £45 ($25 to $65) for short web only articles written to include useful keywords relating to the topics they cover. Typically these can be as short as 250-500 words and can be purchased in regular quantities for proven writers.

Pre-written articles – £45 to £100 ($65 to $145) for any standard travel related article you have written or are currently writing based on length, quality, accompanying images etc. These would be for print use as well as repeated online.

If the quality of your work makes you a regular contributor you may then be asked to take on assignment work, such as interviews, resort reviews, convention reviews etc. This can pay from £100 up to £1,000 ($145 up to $1,450) depending on location and requirements as well as all travel and accommodation expenses. The closest qualified writer to the location of the assignment will usually be asked first. View website for details on how to apply.
http://www.ownersperspective.com/journalists/

Barbara Kirby, of SEO Articles Writer, has been in touch with the following opportunity:

I am looking for numerous SEO Article Writers in the US and UK who can provide keyword density of 2-5% on 500 word articles and three long-tail keywords to accompany each article on a variety of topics. Please provide a couple of samples as a word doc attachment by email. The samples will not be used; they are just to verify your writing ability. If successful this will lead onto long-term projects. Please include your contact info. Compensation: $10-$15 per article. I look forward to hearing from you. Please contact: barbara@seo-articles-writer.com

WTM: This is a lower paying writing commission but there is opportunity for regular work.

US based Creative Screenwriting Magazine seeks freelance writers for a number of regular and occasional assignments. To pitch an article idea or series of articles, go to the website and use the form. Make sure that you follow the instructions. http://creativescreenwriting.com/pitch.an.article.idea.html

UK based NarrowBoat – The Inland Waterways Heritage Magazine – is a magazine for inland waterway enthusiasts, with special emphasis on historical and heritage subjects. It is published quarterly by Waterways World Ltd, based at Burton-on-Trent. NarrowBoat publishes news, photographs and illustrated articles on all aspects of the history and heritage of Britain’s inland waterways. The emphasis is on well-researched articles on topics of major importance, accompanied by shorter articles based on new research, detailed interpretation of old photographs, preservation of the inland waterways’ existing heritage, museum and archive development, as well as readers’ views and questions. Payment is made to contributors of news items, feature articles, photographs and drawings published in NarrowBoat. View website for details.
http://www.narrowboatmagazine.com/writing.html

A nurse blogger is required for a nursing website. They are looking for a writer who is a current or former nurse who loves the field of nursing. Please highlight your nursing experience, your blogging experience, and why you think you would be a perfect fit for this opportunity. Use the online contact form.

http://www.onlinenursingdegrees.org/about/

Become a Freelance Blogger for morefocus group, inc. Are you an expert in a specific field? If so, MoreFocus want to hear from you! At Morefocus they are constantly searching for talented bloggers to write for their extensive network of lifestyle, education and health domains. By becoming a morefocus blogger, your writing-and your name-will be exposed to thousands of readers each month. In addition, you’ll get to work directly with an editor and have the opportunity to develop a new source of income. If you’re interested in blogging, send a cover letter summarizing your resume and highlighting your areas of interest as well as a sample blog post that is no more than 500 words to morefocusblogger@morefocus.com. Visit the website for more background details. http://www.morefocus.com/careers.php