Parabola is the magazine published by The Society for the Study of Myth and Tradition, a non-profit organization. Each issue of Parabola focused on “one of the timeless themes of human existence.” The tag line for the magazine is “the Search for Meaning.”

They are currently seeking essays on the topic of “Wellness,” a timely theme considering the current state of the world. The deadline is approaching quickly – December 1st, 2020.

According to our research, they pay $150 to $400 for essays, 1,000 to 3,000 words. Keep in mind that payment may need to be negotiated. They also accept book reviews, retellings of traditional stories, and poetry.

According to their website:

“Parabola welcomes original essays and translations. We look for lively, penetrating material unencumbered by jargon or academic argument. We prefer well-researched, objective, and unsentimental pieces that are grounded in one or more religious or cultural tradition; articles that focus on dreams, visions, or other very personal experiences are unlikely to be accepted. All articles must be directly related to the theme of an issue.”

To learn more, and to submit, read their submission guidelines.