Reactor (formerly Tor.com) Pitch first

Last checked 18 Oct 2026 (0 days ago) · Outlet page read directly

Status: Pitch first You must pitch before writing; finished drafts are not wanted or are secondary.
Pay (as published): unpublished (page says they pay for original content, rates sent on acceptance); NBCC sheet lists $150 per piece
From the NBCC sheet (sheet row last updated 7/26/24): may be out of date
Word count: 1,000-2,500 for nonfiction pitches
Region: US / global
Links: Pitch guidelines (outlet) · Outlet homepage

Pitch notes

Does not encourage spec articles; reviews need advance pitches (strict deadlines). SF/F/pop culture focus.

Our take: coming soon. Spot something out of date? Tell us. Always confirm on the outlet's own page before pitching; pages change without notice.