Where to Submit Short Stories: 10 Magazines and Websites That Pay at Least $50
Once your short story is complete, this is where you can submit it.
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You won’t get rich writing short stories, however, there is no reason why you shouldn’t be able to pay a bill or two.
If you write short literary or genre fiction there is a magazine or website just waiting to publish your work.
Since I don’t believe in writing for free, I’ve compiled a list of publications that will pay at least $50 for your submissions.
Find the publications that are best for your short stories and start submitting your work.
1. One Story
Submission Guidelines
Pay: $500 + 25 Contributor copies
One story accepts literary fiction only and stories have to be between 3000 and 8000 words. There are no restrictions on style and subject. Ultimately they are looking for “… stories that leave readers feeling satisfied and are strong enough to stand alone.”
2. The Three Penny Review
Submission Guidelines
Pay: $400 for short stories
The Three Penny Review is a quarterly art house magazine that focuses on art, theatre, culture, memoir, essays, and society. Submissions can be no more than 4000 words. They don’t accept any submissions from July 1 to December 31. You can submit work via mail or online.
3. Barrelhouse
Submission Guidelines
Pay: $50 + two contributor copies + access to one online issue.
Barrelhouse is a biannual journal and online publication. Their goal is to “bridge the gap between serious art and pop culture.” While not set in stone, submissions should be kept under 8000 words.
4. The Georgia Review
Submission Guidelines
Pay: $50 per printed page
Only send your very best work to The Georgia Review. Unlike other publications on the list, there is a $3 processing fee when submitting your work. All topics and styles are welcome.
