Our feature stories will include at least one 2,000-word feature focusing on an issue's theme as described in our editorial calendar. There will usually be at least two sidebars that go with the main bar. We don't accept unsolicited stories, but we're happy to hear your ideas. Send proposals in writing or email, but no phone calls, please. Please limit proposals to a maximum of one page.
Stories usually require images for illustration.
We expect all names to be spelled correctly and all information to be accurate. Stories should be filed separately, not in one long attached file. Rewrites rarely happen, but if a story has major problems we reserve the right to send it back for revisions. After we have made a story assignment, a writer's contract and copy of the story brief will be faxed or mailed to you. You should sign the contract and return it to us by fax or mail.