How much can you expect to get paid for your story?
We don't believe in making the process of selling stories mysterious or shrouded in secrecy. And we won't lie to you. If we think your story is worth a lot of money - or nothing at all! - we will tell you straight.
Most women's magazines and national papers will pay around £300-£500 for a story which makes a two-page spread. But this can go up to £1000 or even £2000, depending on how good the story is. If it appears at the front of the paper, or is a cover story in a magazine, you can expect more cash.
Real-life stories occasionally make the front page in a national newspaper - and in these circumstances, you can expect a fee in the thousands, depending on how good the story is.
When a story is really good we can sell it two or three times and you can double or triple your fee. Many of our clients get snapped up by TV and we even have a syndication arm to help sell your story abroad to make you even more cash.
In all circumstances, we will negotiate to get the best deal possible - we are writers and story-tellers and we know this business inside out!
Ready to sell your story?
Call us NOW on 020 7703 8000 or fill out the form below:
- Don't worry – everything you tell us is in the strictest confidence.
- If you could put your age too, that would be a great help.
- Please let us know if you have had any press coverage before – either in a local paper, national publication or on TV.
- And don't forget to mention photos that could illustrate your story.
- Please note that we don't deal with any fiction or poetry – just real life stories.
- We look forward to speaking to you soon!
Find out how it works from beginning to end as Katy explains the whole process of selling your story.
Watch it HERE!
Dear First Features,
If I tell you my story, will you then use it without my permission?
"Katy went out of her way to ensure we were happy with our story... a sensitive and moving article."
- Brian and Margaret Linton, Berkshire
