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Lonely Planet Guidebooks

Pays writers— Flat fee per section/chapterAccepts pitches

About Lonely Planet Guidebooks

The world's largest travel guidebook publisher. Commissions writers for specific destinations. Requires extensive firsthand knowledge. Flat fees per chapter/section.

Pay Information

Pays Writers

Yes

Pay Structure

Flat fee per piece

Rate

Flat fee per section/chapter

Submission Information

Accepts Pitches

Yes — accepts unsolicited pitches

Typical Response Time

Moderate response — ~8 weeks

Quick Facts

Type: Guidebook
Pays Writers: Yes
Accepts Pitches: Yes
Response Time: ~8 weeks

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