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Finding
The Bacon Greetings, avid freelancers, and welcome to
this issue of “Finding the Bacon.” Since spring has finally sprung in many
parts of the country, my thoughts turn to those of warm sun, green grass, and
beautiful views of the ocean. I hope these markets will help awaken spring in
you. **************************************************** Lighthouses have long been a symbol
of steadfastness for boaters around the world. Theirs is a rich heritage that
can span 100 years. Lighthouse Digest compiles stories and profiles about
lighthouses. Lighthouse Digest Guidelines online: Yes http://www.lighthousedigest.com E-Mail Queries: No Lighthouse Digest
is dedicated to preserving lighthouses and passing along the stories of their
heritage. They publish stories, profiles, and current events related to
lighthouses. They accept freelance queries via regular mail, addressed to editor
Tim Harrison. Articles run 750-2000 words, and
they do publish fiction (historical only) that runs 1500-2500 words. Human
interest stories related to lighthouses are in demand. Pays: Upon publication. $75-$200 **************************************************** Thoughts of gardening are creeping
into our minds, but for those with limited gardening space, take heed. Ever
thought of herb gardening? The Herb Companion is a gem for herb gardening
enthusiasts, cooks, and those who love unique projects. The Herb Companion Guidelines online: Yes The Herb Companion
is a bi-monthly magazine. Prefers queries by e-mail, sent to editorial assistant
Dawna Duncan. The Herb Companion is especially interested in crafts/ideas for
using non-edible herbs. Publishes interviews, how-to articles, profiles, and
creative nonfiction. Also publishes newsworthy notes about herbs and herb
gardening. Pays: On publication. 33 cents per
word. **************************************************** For gardening enthusiasts who take
their gardening very seriously, check out Horticulture. Published 8 times
per year, this magazine boasts brilliant photographs, too. Horticulture Guidelines online: yes E-mail queries: No Horticulture
covers all aspects of gardening. It is filled with information for those
interested in uniquely styling their gardens as works of art. The March/April
issue features detailed plans on creating border gardens. Query editor Thomas Fischer by
standard mail. Will also accept complete manuscripts on spec. Needs personal
experience and opinion pieces. Welcomes suggestions or submissions filled with
practical gardening information. Columns include gardening tips and reviews on
books about gardening. Pays: Upon publication. Articles pay
$600-$1000. Columns pay $50-$600. **************************************************** Is there any freer feeling than to
sail across the seas? Sailing enthusiasts will answer with a resounding
“no!” And Sailing Magazine is one that caters to those enjoying all
aspects of the sport. Sailing Magazine Guidelines online: No E-Mail queries: Yes Sailing Magazine accepts
features that are informational and personal. Also looks for how-to articles,
humor, profiles, new product information, and interviews. Articles and columns
run approximately 1000 words. Query editor Gregory Jones with
query or complete manuscript. Current needs include short articles and fillers. Pays: On publication. Pays
$250-$500. **************************************************** Spring symbolizes rebirth and
renewal, and before long streams and lakes will be filled with signs of new
life. Get out your fishing gear and be prepared! Fly Fisherman is a
bi-monthly magazine filled with ideas, tips, and photos of the beautiful
outdoors, too. Fly Fisherman Guidelines online: no E-mail queries: No Fly Fisherman
looks for short features, running 750-1500 words. Longer features run 2000-3000
words. Techniques make good features as do destination pieces. Especially
interested in destination pieces featuring streams within reasonable driving
distances from cities. Columns include coverage of environmental issues,
techniques and how-to articles on tying flies, and book reviews. Send query or complete manuscript
via standard mail to managing editor Philip Hanyok. Pays: On acceptance. Rates vary
depending on size of article--$25-$500. **************************************************** Kimberly Ripley is a freelance writer and published author from
Portsmouth, NH. A wife and mother of five, her family's antics have led her to
write books like ''Breathe Deeply, This Too Shall Pass',' a collection of thirty
tales of the trials and tribulations of parenting teens. She is the owner/publisher of
Writerip Publishing, and editor of a newsletter and web site called
''Freelancing Later in Life,'' based on her book by the same name. Visit
her site at http://www.freelancing1.homestead.com. First Works: An Interview with Marcia Preston, Editor - ByLine Magazine By Laura A. Hazan
Breaking into the
elusive world of “The Published” is tricky.
You often can’t get published unless you’ve already been published
– a particularly baffling aspect of the industry.
Thankfully, there is ByLine Magazine, “the best little writers magazine
in America!” To
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