These magazines/anthologies pay $50 to $1,000 for fiction. A few also accept other genres, like non-fiction and poetry. They are open for submissions now, or will open soon. Deadlines are approaching quickly. – S. Kalekar

Imagitopia
This is a new podcast and ezine from Android Press, and they only accept previously published fantasy stories.
Deadline: 30 September 2023
Length: Up to 5,000 words
Pay: $0.01/word
Details here, here, and here.

Event
This Canadian magazine accepts fee-free submissions of fiction and poetry. For fiction, they want “compelling characters, plots that surprise us, narratives that move  us, stories that have something new to say.” They accept non-fiction mostly via a contest, for which there is a submission fee.
Deadline: 30 September 2023 for fiction and poetry
Length: Up to 5,000 words for fiction, up to 8 poems
Pay: $40/page for poetry and $35/page for fiction, up to $500
Details here and here.

Toronto Journal
This journal publishes in print and sound. You can read about them here. They accept short stories from anywhere in the world, and non-fiction pieces about local history (Toronto, the GTA, or surrounding areas – see guidelines).
Deadline: 1 October 2023
Length: Up to 7,500 words
Pay: $50
Details here.

Dreamforge Anvil
This speculative fiction magazine is open for submissions now. “We like to see science fiction and fantasy stories with a positive vibe, where the human adventure is just beginning. Solar Punk and Hope Punk themed stories are welcome. We’re open to all genres of science fiction and fantasy, as long as they are not focused on horror and/or dark outcomes. This year, we’re also looking for stories to meet our 2024 double issue theme of “The Grand Uplift.”” They have detailed guidelines on this theme, including, “stories with: A dramatic turning point or event that sparks a wave of positive change and growth.
A powerful movement or process that brings about positive change on a large scale, such as social, economic, or cultural advancements”, and more; also, “Stories for “The Grand Uplift” will suggest an inspiring and momentous shift that benefits humanity, fostering a sense of hope, progress, and optimism.”Deadline: 14 October 2023
Length: Up to 7,000 words
Pay: $0.08/word
Details here.

The Pig’s Back
This Ireland-based journal publishes fiction and non-fiction, and will open a short submission window soon. They do not publish poetry. Please send work only during the reading period. 
Reading period: 1^st to 15^th October 2023
Length: 2,000-5,000 words
Pay: €300
Details here.

Beyond The Bounds Of Infinity Anthology
This is a fiction anthology “of cosmic horror and weird tales written by marginalized peoples whose experiences and worldviews have influenced their interpretation of dread. The anthology hopes to bring these diverse perspectives to the forefront of the horror community and, of course, make Lovecraft roll over in his grave!” They want stories from Persons of Color, Persons of Native American Heritage, Persons identifying as LGBTQIA+, Persons with disabilities, Neurodivergent persons, Women, and Persons adhering to historically marginalized or persecuted religions.
Deadline: 15 October 2023
Length: 2,000-4,000 words
Pay: $0.08/word
Details here.

Feisty Felines and Other Fantastical Familiars
This is a fiction and poetry anthology by WordFire Press. They want fantasy, science fiction, horror, suspense, humor, and romance, appropriate for up to a “PG-13” audience. Felines and or familiars (of other types) must be central to the work. “We’re familiar with familiars … or are we? Gifted adventurers across time and space have traveled with an animal familiar—often a cat, but other fuzzy, scaly, or prickly creatures make appearances, too. These magical companions might lead their humans into mischief, help them out of a sticky situation, or provide opinionated commentary along the way. But when the wizards are away, the familiars will play. Feisty Felines and Other Fantastical Familiars is an original collection that shines the limelight on the sidekicks, the familiars. Familiars have lives of their own, a sense of humor, and a shadowy underbelly that we totally overlook. Does the Siamese cat companion develop powers of telekinesis … maybe to knock deadly potions off the counter? What happens when a rat studies to become a familiar in a class full of cats? Is the circus leopard really the puppet master who makes her handler look good?
They don’t all have to be felines. What about unfamiliar familiars? A time-traveling elephant that never forgets a grudge against his warlock? A lowly earthworm horrified to find itself bonded for life to an ungrateful enchanter? … Make your stories humorous, dark, or heartwarming—so long as the familiar is the central figure in the story.”
Deadline: 15 October 2023
Length: Up to 5,000 words
Pay: $0.06/word
Details here and here.

Consequence Magazine
They publish work “that addresses the human experiences, realities, and consequences of war and geopolitical violence through literature and art.” They accept fiction (including flash and excerpts), nonfiction (interviews, essays, and narrative non-fiction), poetry, translations, and art. All works will be considered for online and print.
Deadline: 15 October 2023
Length: Up to 5,000 words for fiction, up to 4,000 words for non-fiction, up to 5 poems
Pay: $30-50 for print prose, $60 for online prose, and $20-40 for poetry
Details here.

Translunar Travelers Lounge
They want fun speculative fiction; stories must have elements of science fiction or fantasy. “A fun story, at its core, is one that works on the premise that things aren’t all bad; that ultimately, good wins out. This doesn’t necessarily mean that your story has to be silly or lighthearted (though it certainly can be). Joy can be made all the more powerful when juxtaposed against tragedy. In the end, though, there should be hope, and we want stories that are truly fun for as many different kinds of people as possible.
Swashbuckling adventure, deadly intrigue, and gleeful romance are some of the most obvious examples of what we’re looking for, but we won’t say no to more subtle or complicated topics, as long as they fit under the wider “fun” umbrella.”
Deadline: 15 October 2023
Length: Up to 5,000 words
Pay: $0.03/word
Details here.

Uncanny Magazine
This award-winning speculative fiction magazine will open for submissions during October 2^nd to 16^th. This window is only for short fiction submissions, please do not send work of other lengths/genres. Their submission portal will open during the reading period.
Reading period: 2 – 16 October 2023
Length: 750-10,000 words
Pay: $0.10/word
Details here and here.

Bio: S. Kalekar is the pseudonym of a regular contributor to this magazine. She can be reached here.