Publication: The Sunday Long Read (SLR)
Topics: Longform Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Narrative Nonfiction, Features, Profiles, Social Issues, Culture, Human Interest
Rate (USD): From $2,000 per reported story (+ potential reporting expenses)
Deadline: Rolling (Open Year-Round)
If you’re an ambitious freelance journalist looking to publish deeply reported longform journalism, The Sunday Long Read (SLR) offers one of the strongest opportunities available. Successful writers earn at least $2,000 per reported feature, with the possibility of having reporting expenses covered.
What The Sunday Long Read Is Looking For
SLR wants reported longform nonfiction that tells compelling, character-driven stories.
Editors are interested in stories that:
- Feature original reporting.
- Include interviews with relevant sources.
- Are driven by narrative and strong characters.
- Reveal something readers haven’t already seen.
- Bring fresh perspectives or overlooked subjects.
- Combine reporting with substantial research.
- Show rather than simply tell.
