How Do You Sell A Personal Anecdote To A Womens Magazine?
Peoples’ lives are full of interesting, funny and poignant anecdotes. Many of the normal, everyday experiences women have are great material for women’s magazine. Funny parenting articles, thoughtful stories on career decisions or practical advice from one woman to another are all in demand. Knowing what articles to send where, how long they should be and if they are submission ready will help a writer’s break into the women’s magazine market. Read a variety of women’s magazines over a period of a few months to get a feel for what kind of stories they like. Each magazine has its own personality and agenda. Purchase a copy of Writer’s Market online or at your local bookstore. This book has listings of magazines, what they want, who to contact and what they’re looking for. Pay strict attention to submission guidelines for each magazine you’re interested in. If a women’s magazine isn’t looking for stories about motherhood, don’t send yours. Query your idea to the appropriate editor. Most
