If you've had a near-death experience, or a have a gripping or extraordinary tale to tell, why not get paid to have it published? Feature World is an online publishing agency, run by journalist Alison Smith-Squire. As a writer for women's magazines and national newspapers, she'll help you choose which publication to sell your story to, tell you how much money you might expect to get for it, and look after your interests. And as an added incentive, selling your story through Featureworld.co.uk is free.
How much can you make?
Sending a 'star letter' to a magazine could earn you GB50, and published stories about GB150. Depending on the newspaper or magazine, paparazzi-style or amusing photos can also sometimes be nice little money spinners