This should not exceed 40 words. Once a piece has been commissioned, it must be submitted by email at least two months prior to its proposed publication date. Photographs need to be copyright free or copyright of the author and of good quality for reproduction. Transparencies or prints approximately 17cms by 12cms or a digital image are preferred. However, we will only consider paying for photographs taken specifically for the article.
All payment is at the discretion of the designer.
My Own Words will be considered without good quality photographs of the writer. It is always appreciated if you can give ideas and sources for illustrations. Of course, we would like you to have a portfolio stuffed with clippings, but this is not imperative. All you need is a passion for your topic and an accessible writing style. Woman Abroad kick starts the careers of budding expatriate writers and endeavours to publish new writers alongside established journalists.