The publication is released by Writer's Digest and usually hits bookstores around the summertime of each year.
"[1][2] Writer's Digest's former parent company, F+W Media, was auctioned off as part of bankruptcy proceedings in 2019.
These markets include magazines, newspapers, theaters, (for stage plays) and production companies.
The upfront section of Writers Market has articles on writing topics, such as starting a freelancing business, print syndication, freelancing for magazines, and a chart filled with typical payment rates concerning various writing assignments.
Each book is designed to give writers instructions on submitting freelance work to markets.