Passionate about storytelling? We are seeking Freelance Short Story Writers!

Submissions will not be published or distributed, and writers retain the right to use their work as they wish after submission.

This is a fully remote project. You can participate from the comfort of your home.

This project is estimated to start during the week of Aug 31, 2026.

We estimate it will take approximately 16.75 hours over a 2-week period to complete this project.   (The actual schedule and total workload may vary depending on feedback and revision cycles).

Important: All your data will be kept confidential and WILL NOT be used for advertisement or distribution.

The project task is to complete 1 short story of approximately 9,600 words.

After being selected, the task begins with submitting a brief plot for approval. Once approved, writers can proceed to complete the story within the specified timeframe. If needed, revisions may be required based on feedback received.

The short story must be in one of the following genres, and the genre will be assigned based on your selected preference:

• Kids
• Thriller/Mystery
• Sci-fi/Fantasy
• Self-help
• Romance
• Memoir/Biography

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible countries: China

To participate you should meet the following qualifying criteria:  

• Residency in China.
• Native-level fluency and excellent writing skills in Simplified Chinese (grammar, spelling).
• Working proficiency in English (all communication and guidelines are in English).
• Degree in Literature or Creative Writing and/or proven experience in writing or content creation.
• Strong preference for candidates with published books and/or high-quality writing samples in relevant genres.

$335 USD per accepted short story (around 9,600 words) - covering all stages, including revisions after QA and client feedback if needed.

As payment method, we offer PayPal, Gift Card, and Wire Transfer, according to your preference. 

Please note that all submissions will be checked by our Quality Assurance team (including AI and plagiarism checks) and compensation will be provided for fully completed and accepted assets. The project team will provide you with feedback once the Quality Check process is completed.

• If your selected payment method is PayPal, the payment will be received within 10-15 business days after acceptance of your delivery. Please ensure you accept payments from TransPerfect to avoid PayPal returning the funds.
• If your selected payment method is Wire Transfer, the payment will be received within 14-17 business days after acceptance of your delivery. Please note that you may incur transfer fees from your bank.
• If your selected payment method is Gift Card, the electronic gift card will be sent to you via email within 7-10 business days after acceptance of your delivery. Please keep an eye on your inbox and spam folder. For more information about the gift card we offer please visit the Tremendous Online Catalogue. NOTE: Monetary options (such as Venmo, PayPal, and bank transfer—full list available before redeeming your gift card) may include associated fees. Please review any applicable costs before redeeming your reward.