If an assigned article does not meet our needs or writing standards, we will pay a kill fee, which varies depending on reason for rejection. Our deadline for all articles, except the news department, is usually five months before the issue date in which the article is scheduled to appear. If a deadline is not met, Vegetarian Times reserves the right to refuse the article or reduce payment. Extensions may be granted, but we must be notified as early as possible that a story will be late. We work closely with our writers providing information, names of people to interview and suggestions on how to approach and organize piece.
All articles are subject to vigorous editing.
Rates for articles depend on length, difficulty of research, exclusivity of subject matter and experience of the writer. With few exceptions, we purchase all rights to articles. Payment is usually within two weeks of acceptance. To receive payment, writers must submit an invoice to the assigning editor. The invoice must include name, address, phone number and social security number, the article's name, tentative publication date and the purchase price.