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45 Lifestyle & Pop Culture Magazines & Websites Open to Pitches

45 Lifestyle & Pop Culture Magazines & Websites Open to Pitches

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Dec 13, 2024
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Today, we’ve compiled a list of 45 lifestyle and pop culture publications that work with freelance writers.

We’ve researched payment rates, pitch guidelines, and more, to help you connect with the right editor.

If you want to browse even more opportunities, be sure to check out our database of over 2,000 publishers that pay writers. It’s easily searchable, and includes thousands of listings just like the ones below.

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  1. Obsessed is a pop culture publication from The Daily Beast. They are "always looking for reactions, explainers, interviews, reviews, and opinion pieces." Pay rates start at $250 per article. To learn more, read their pitching guidelines here.

  2. Popverse is a modern entertainment brand that covers TV, movies, comics, creators, and conventions. They welcome pitches from freelancers. They’re seeking in-depth analyses on major projects in comics, movies, TV, and games; personal stories that would be evocative to their readership; and captivating interviews/conversations with pop culture personalities. They previously mentioned paying a standard rate is $100 per article (1,000-1,800 words), $150 or more for in-depth interviews or deeper original reporting and $50 or $75 for exceptionally short write-ups. To learn how to write for them, refer to this page.

  3. LatinaMedia.Co is a digital publication covering “TV, film, books, podcasts, and culture from Latina and femme Latinx perspectives.” They’re always seeking more voices to add to their community. They pay $200 (up from $150) for 600+ word pieces. For more information, read their pitch guide.

  4. whynow is an online magazine and production studio that features stories from both emerging and established people in arts, music, and entertainment. They’re seeking features, interviews, stories, and reviews related to arts and culture. They pay £50 to £120 for the majority of pieces, down from a previously listed £80 to £150. If interested, email your pitches to editors@whynow.co.uk. For details, read their pitching guidelines.

  5. Woman's World is a magazine for women of all ages which “offers heart-warming stories, as well as tips and information about weight loss, fitness and nutrition, and relationships.” They previously mentioned paying $25 to $250 per story and $25 per recipe. However current rates are not clear. To find out more, visit this page.

  6. Remezcla is an independent media brand that covers emerging Latin music, entertainment, and culture. According to one of their editors, they pay $300+ for articles, which is $200 more than their previous rate. To contact them, visit this page.

  7. Sisters From AARP is a weekly newsletter that celebrates Black women. They cover style, health, relationships, culture, work, money, and more. According to their contributing editor, they generally pay $500 per post. To contact them, refer to this page.

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