Are you a fiction writer, or are you interested in getting paid to write fiction apart from self-publishing?
If so, I have some remote job opportunities that are open right now that you may want to check out.
The jobs listed below are all pretty different from one another, and the experience requirements vary.
But if you enjoy writing fiction and want to earn doing just that — without waiting for your latest book to take off — these may be of interest to you.
Jobs last checked and confirmed open on November 5, 2026. Jobs can close at any time.
4 Work at Home Opportunities For Fiction Writers
1 – Above Story Limited
Above Story Limited is an international fiction studio hiring remote freelance writers for serialized romance stories, including werewolf, billionaire, and mafia romance.
You would write chapters based on an outline, with at least 10 chapters expected each week. Starting pay is $15 per chapter, increasing to $20–$35 per chapter depending on quality, and the company advertises potential monthly earnings of $1,250–$4,000.
This is an experienced writing position requiring at least one year of creative writing experience and a bachelor’s degree. You’ll need to submit a résumé and a romance writing sample of approximately 1,200 words.
Go here for more details and to apply at Above Story Limited.
2 – Inkitt
Inkitt is hiring a remote freelance ghostwriter to work on romance and romantasy novels for its Galatea platform. This is a U.S.-based opportunity paying $20–$35 per hour.
You would help develop stories, write full-length novels and series installments, and work with authors and AI writing tools during the creative process.
You should already have experience writing longer fiction, but published books aren’t necessarily required. The company considers self-published work, web serials, fan fiction with a following, and previous ghostwriting experience.
Go here for more details and to apply at Inkitt.
3 – Crazy Maple Studio
Crazy Maple Studio is hiring a remote contract Screenwriter for ReelShort, its vertical streaming app.
You would adapt web novels into short episodic screenplays, primarily in the romance and drama genres. The listing requires at least five years of screenwriting experience and a bachelor’s degree in English, Fine Arts, Screenwriting, or a related field.
The current job advertisement lists compensation of $80,000–$100,000 per year.
Go here for more details and to apply at Crazy Maple Studio.
4 – Crazy Maple Studio
Crazy Maple Studio also advertises opportunities for writers to create original interactive romance stories through its Chapters Creator Partnership Program.
You would create your story using the Chapters Writing Room website, following the company’s formatting and content requirements. You’ll need a computer, reliable internet, and the necessary rights to your work.
Qualifying projects are tested with readers for 14 days. If your story meets the company’s 50% reader-retention benchmark, you may qualify for a contract paying $3,000–$5,000 for the first 10 chapters.
Payment isn’t guaranteed just for participating in the reader test. If you’re interested, the company says you can start by emailing a brief introduction about your writing background to chapterscommunityus@crazymaplestudio.com.
Go here to see Crazy Maple Studio’s current openings.
Where To Find More Fiction Writing Opportunities
If nothing above is a fit for you, here are some places to check for even more fiction writing opportunities:
1 – Upwork
I am always seeing job postings on Upwork for fiction writers and ghostwriters for various projects. Note that with this site, you have to create a profile and bid on projects to win them for work in most cases.
View the fiction writing opportunities on Upwork.
2 – Indeed
I searched Indeed to find some of the jobs listed above. If you want to check daily for fiction writing jobs on Indeed — and I recommend doing that — just use the keywords “fiction writer” or “fiction author” and see what comes up in search.
Go here to search Indeed for fiction writing jobs.
3 – FlexJobs
FlexJobs is a great resource for many types of remote and flexible jobs, and you will frequently find fiction and creative writing jobs posted there.
The listings are screened before being posted, so you can spend less time sorting through questionable opportunities and unrelated ads.
It’s $2.95 to check out their listings for 14 days.
Go here to check out FlexJobs.
I hope this post has helped you if you’re looking for ways to work at home as a fiction writer!
There’s also a big list of 60 writing jobs and companies here if you’re interested in doing other types of writing from home.
Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 15 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.