How Do You Write For A Trade Magazine?
Whether you’re a shoe, furniture, or fishing fanatic, there is a trade magazine that highlights a hobby or favorite pastime of yours. Learn to showcase your knowledge and build skill by writing for a trade or niche magazine. Seek out the trade magazine you’d like to write for. Depending on the niche or hobby, there may be a ton of magazines or only a handfull. Begin to think about what types of articles are in the publication. Build your writing skills by finding niche websites or groups for your hobby. Even starting a blog about different issues that are pertinent to this topic can bring about a following and give you a chance to spread your writing wings. Start to collect your writing samples from other projects and create a portfolio to take to meetings with editors and also to have your samples in one place if editors ask. After building up a portfolio and clips, begin to contact your favorite trade magazines via email or writing guidelines. Very briefly explain to them your expert
