{"id":9127,"date":"2021-06-08T07:15:31","date_gmt":"2021-06-08T14:15:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/?p=9127"},"modified":"2021-06-08T07:15:31","modified_gmt":"2021-06-08T14:15:31","slug":"24-calls-for-pitches-directly-from-editors-and-publishers-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/uncategorized\/24-calls-for-pitches-directly-from-editors-and-publishers-2\/","title":{"rendered":"24 Calls for Pitches Directly from Editors and Publishers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Writers,<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s our latest calls for pitches directly from editors and publishers. We&#8217;ve included payment rates for all of these publications and found editorial contact information, to make it easier for you to connect with the right publisher.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind, you&#8217;ll still need to write a good pitch before getting published by these publications. If you&#8217;re not sure how to do that, <a href=\"https:\/\/lp.writinglaunch.com\/how-to-win-over-an-editor-in-150-words-or-less\/\">watch this free video.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#8212; Jacob Jans<\/p>\n<p><em>Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this this.<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Heart of the Hotel<\/strong> is a website that aims to \u201chighlight those employees who truly elevate the guest experience, not because it\u2019s their job but because genuine service and connection is simply a part of who they are as a person.\u201d Their founder has tweeted, \u201cHey writers pitch me stories rooted in kindness and connection for my travel site The Heart of the Hotel, where we honor hotel employees who are the heart of our travel experience.\u201d They pay $100 for 500 words (stories can be longer if writers desire). Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:erinne@theheartofthehotel.com\">erinne@theheartofthehotel.com<\/a>. Read their founder\u2019s Twitter thread <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/erinnemagee\/status\/1401940510659411968\">here<\/a> and contact them <a href=\"https:\/\/theheartofthehotel.com\/contact\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>WordWorks<\/strong> is British Columbia\u2019s magazine for writers. They are accepting pitches from BC &amp; Yukon writers for their next volume which will focus on mental health and wellness for writers. Pitches for articles could include these themes (though they encourage out-of-the-box thinking): \u201cself-care for writers, coping with impostor syndrome, the effects of isolation on one\u2019s writing practice, perfectionism, writing through depression, and so much more.\u201d Articles may \u201crange from one-page in length, around 500 words, to a two-page feature of approximately 1,000 words.\u201d They pay $0.25\/word for original articles and $50 for reprints. They are primarily interested in articles but will also publish a limited number of poems or pieces of prose. For more information, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/bcwriters\/status\/1400911499112091650\">Tweet<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcwriters.ca\/submit\">page<\/a>.<br \/>\nDeadline: June 21st, 2021<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best Health Magazine<\/strong> is a Canadian health and wellness magazine for women. Their newly appointed managing editor is looking for stories ranging from \u201cexpert-backed listicles to in-depth features and fresh first-person essays.\u201d They are open to writers from anywhere in the world but the stories must focus on Canadian voices and issues. Their rates for print and digital pieces are the same, $0.50 per word. If interested, email your pitches to <a href=\"mailto:Ishani.Nath@RD.com\">Ishani.Nath@RD.com<\/a>. To read their managing editor\u2019s Twitter thread, click <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ishaninath\/status\/1400799267091103755\">here<\/a>. To visit their website, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.besthealthmag.ca\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Midwesterner<\/strong> is a newsletter that features \u201cshort stories about food and agriculture in the American Midwest.\u201d They are seeking pitches about the American Midwest. They pay $250 per piece. If interested, email your pitches to <a href=\"mailto:edit@midwesterner.org\">edit@midwesterner.org<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jedportman\/status\/1400163293738721283\">Twitter thread<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/midwesterner.com\/contact\/\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Boutique Handbook<\/strong> is \u201ca digital magazine for all things chic, featuring the best in travel, food &amp; drink, lifestyle and shopping.\u201d They are looking for freelance pitches for travel content. Pitches must be related to the UK and have a boutique angle. Pitches that they are specifically looking for (open to more) include: \u201cUK area guides, cities and holiday destinations; secret UK spots only locals know about; staycation swaps e.g. Hove instead of Brighton.\u201d They can pay 14p ($0.20) per word. Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:katie@boutiquehandbook.com\">katie@boutiquehandbook.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/btq_kate\/status\/1400890193784328193\">Tweet<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/boutiquehandbook.com\/contact-us\/\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MIT Technology Review<\/strong> is a media company that explains the commercial, political, and social impact of the newest technologies. Their commissioning editor is \u201cassigning stories about computing in its many forms: supercomputers, quantum computers, the cloud, chips, AI, and oh so much more.\u201d Their rates start at $1 per word. If interested, contact <a href=\"mailto:amy.nordrum@technologyreview.com\">amy.nordrum@technologyreview.com<\/a>. Read their editor\u2019s Tweet <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AmyNordrum\/status\/1400136563514818571\">here<\/a> and learn more about them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.technologyreview.com\/about\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stylist Magazine<\/strong> is a weekly magazine and a website for smart, successful, and sophisticated women. Their fitness editor is looking for lesbian\/bi fitness freelance writers. They pay \u00a3150 per piece. If interested, contact <a href=\"mailto:miranda.larbi@stylist.co.uk\">miranda.larbi@stylist.co.uk<\/a>. To learn more, read their fitness editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MirandaLarbi\/status\/1400417100380971008\">Tweet<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stylist.co.uk\/life\/writer-journalist-freelance-career-women-stories-how-to-pitch-an-article\/217237\">pitch guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>It&#8217;s Freezing in LA!<\/strong> (IFLA!) is an independent magazine about climate change. They are accepting pitches for their issue 8. They are looking for \u201ccritical articles, slow journalism features, interviews and essays that explore the environmental implications of the term \u2018borders\u2019.\u201d They will pay \u00a3150 per 1,200 words. Pitches should be emailed to <a href=\"mailto:editor@itsfreezinginla.com\">editor@itsfreezinginla.com<\/a>. Read their Twitter thread\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/itsfreezinginla\/status\/1400409942851522568\">here<\/a> and their call for submissions <a href=\"https:\/\/www.itsfreezinginla.co.uk\/post\/call-for-submissions-ifla-issue-8\">here<\/a>.<br \/>\nDeadline: June 17th, 2021<\/li>\n<li><strong>Budget Travel<\/strong> is a website that empowers consumers to travel the world on any budget. They are seeking 1,000 to 1,500-word pieces detailing travel in America in 2021. Their content is \u201cfocused on finding great deals, traveling smart, traveling post-pandemic, and finding great things to do across the USA.\u201d Their rates start at $0.20 per word. Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:pitch@budgettravel.com\">pitch@budgettravel.com<\/a>. For more information, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BudgetTravel\/status\/1400508684317433860\">Tweet<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.budgettravel.com\/article\/write-for-budget-travel\">page<\/a>.<br \/>\nDeadline: June 18th, 2021<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gawker<\/strong> is a gossip blog. They are relaunching. Their features editor has tweeted, \u201cOfficially open for features pitches! Not looking for anything super newsy at this time but if there\u2019s something you\u2019ve wanted to write for ages and haven\u2019t because you\u2019re not sure who would take a chance on it I want to hear from you!\u201d They will <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WritersofColor\/status\/1400491895340650503\">pay<\/a> $0.33\/word for non-reported pieces and $0.50\/word for reported pieces. Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:brandy.jensen@gawker.com\">brandy.jensen@gawker.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their features editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BrandyLJensen\/status\/1399729165021200385\">Tweet<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/gawker.com\/how-to-contact-gawker-with-tips-and-leaks-1608929488\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scuba Diving Magazine<\/strong> is a publication that delivers cutting-edge scuba diving gear, travel, and training information. They are looking for story pitches. The digital stories that they publish generally fall into these categories: travel, news, animal encounters, training, gear, and conservation. Their digital rates start at $0.25 per word. For details, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Alexandra_JFG\/status\/1399746122416074756\">Tweet<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scubadiving.com\/how-to-pitch-scuba-diving-magazine\">pitch guidelines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>mater mea<\/strong> is \u201ca platform that answers Black moms questions about parenting, life, and career through content and community.\u201d They are seeking personal essays and reported features, especially from queer parents. They will pay $100 to $250. Interested writers should send their pitches to <a href=\"mailto:press@matermea.com\">press@matermea.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/matermea\/status\/1400488878272884737\">Tweet<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/matermea.com\/contact\/\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel + Leisure<\/strong> is a travel magazine. Their editor has tweeted, \u201cI&#8217;m now editing the front-of-book opener section at T+L and am always taking pitches for newsy bits, Q&amp;As, style roundups, neighborhood maps, etc etc. ESPECIALLY outside of the coasts and W. Europe (I beg of you).\u201d Rate is $400 to $800 for about 600 words. Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:hannah.walhout@meredith.com\">hannah.walhout@meredith.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hanhout\/status\/1400111250764410880\">Twitter thread<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/contact\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nat Geo Travel<\/strong> is looking for an Indigenous travel writer for a project. The writer should preferably have an expertise on totem poles. Rate: $800-$1,000. Interested writers should email <a href=\"mailto:starlight.williams@natgeo.com\">starlight.williams@natgeo.com<\/a>. For more information, read their associate editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/star_lightw\/status\/1400518030505938947\">Twitter thread<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/pages\/article\/how-to-write-for-nat-geo\">pitching guidelines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insider<\/strong> is a global news publication. They are seeking \u201csomeone who came out as queer during quarantine and plans to visit a queer bar\/event for the first time this month.\u201d They want someone who will be comfortable writing about it and also potentially getting photographed. Rates start at $400. To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/VCanelaLopez\/status\/1400825159167193089\">Tweet<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insider.com\/contact\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tone Madison<\/strong> is a website that covers music and culture in Madison, Wisconsin. They accept \u201cpitches for reported pieces and commentary on culture and politics in the Madison area.\u201d They pay $150 to $300 for reported features. Writers should send their pitches to <a href=\"mailto:editor@tonemadison.com\">editor@tonemadison.com<\/a>. For more information, read their editor\/publisher\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/scottgordonwi\/status\/1400116658656665603\">Tweet<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tonemadison.com\/pitch\">pitch guidelines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>gal-dem<\/strong> is a British online and print magazine that is dedicated to sharing the stories of women and non-binary people of color. Their life editor is seeking Pride pieces for their lifestyle section. They pay \u00a380-\u00a3150 per piece. For details, read their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NiellahArboine\/status\/1400043243677626368\">Tweet<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/gal-dem.com\/about\/#pitch\">pitching guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Youth Today<\/strong> is an independent media publisher that covers issues related to youth development, adolescent health, juvenile justice, education, and more. They are looking for freelance journalists for child and youth welfare-related stories. They are especially looking for New Mexico-based writers and photographers for special project. Rate: $1 per word. If interested, contact <a href=\"mailto:mlutz@csjournalism.org\">mlutz@csjournalism.org<\/a>. To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/merisaurus\/status\/1399863831229251584\">Twitter thread<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/youthtoday.org\/contact-senior-editor\/\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>SFGate<\/strong> covers news and entertainment from the Bay Area and beyond. They are accepting pitches for their new politics section called California Issues. The section will \u201coffer a voice + content mix outside of establishment CA media.\u201d They usually <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/mcleantessa\/status\/1389344712310464514\">pay<\/a> $200 per article. If interested, send your freelance pitches or op-eds to <a href=\"mailto:eric.ting@sfgate.com\">eric.ting@sfgate.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their California Issues editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/_ericting\/status\/1400505152608423939\">Twitter thread<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfgate.com\/home\/article\/SFGATE-Staff-15734829.php\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wired UK<\/strong> is a magazine that covers future science, culture, and technology news. They are looking for pitches for their science section. Their stories are \u201calways about change \u2014 and the people who are altering the world for better or worse.\u201d Their stories are usually between 1,000 and 1,500 words. According to payment reports, they pay up to 35p per word for features. Pitches should be sent to <a href=\"mailto:mattr@wired.co.uk\">mattr@wired.co.uk<\/a>. For more information, refer to their science editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/mattsreynolds1\/status\/1400391014054084608\">Tweet<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@matt_20431\/how-to-pitch-a-wired-uk-science-story-875b45f026c5\">pitching guidelines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>InStyle<\/strong> is the leading website for celebrity style. Their deputy editor has tweeted, \u201cCall for pitches, Olympics edition! Is there a story re summer\u2019s games that\u2019s human interest enough for a mass women\u2019s publication (not a sports or straight news one)? Exciting change\/athletes? A past Olympic moment to revisit?\u201d Most of their features start at $300. If interested, DM their editor on Twitter. Read their editor\u2019s Twitter thread <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/inLaurasWords\/status\/1400081729734467585\">here<\/a> and contact them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instyle.com\/contact-us\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Face<\/strong> is a British magazine that covers style, music, TV, film, fashion, culture, and more. Their deputy editor has tweeted, \u201cFreelancers \u2014 I am commissioning for The Face (digi). I&#8217;d love to hear from you. Please pitch: <a href=\"mailto:jessica@theface.com\">jessica@theface.com<\/a>.\u201d According to payment reports, they pay \u00a3150 to \u00a3500 for features. To read their deputy editor\u2019s Twitter thread, click <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jnoahmorgan\/status\/1400076903336316930\">here<\/a>. To learn more about them, click <a href=\"https:\/\/theface.com\/about\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toronto Star<\/strong> is Canada&#8217;s largest daily newspaper. They are looking for people\/organizations\/projects\/first-person stories to feature in their Pride + Father\u2019s Day issues. Contributors should have a GTA connection. Their rates are typically $300 to $350. If interested, email your pitches to <a href=\"mailto:brionycwsmith@gmail.com\">brionycwsmith@gmail.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/mobile.twitter.com\/brionycwsmith\/status\/1399780747829972995\">Twitter thread<\/a>. To contact them, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thestar.com\/about\/contactus.html\">page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increment<\/strong> is a quarterly print and online magazine for software engineering teams. 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