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Writer's Guidelines
Audience:
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First person stories are acceptable and we welcome stories covering all branches of the service, from any time period.
We are especially interested in articles which look at the historical perspective but above all else we like stories which are honest, heart-felt and sincere.
Photographs:
Submissions:
If you wish to send a photograph as an e-mail attachment, send it as a Photoshop file, GIF or JPEG, high resolution if possible.
3) Articles can be mailed, but you will need to mail us a disk and contact information just as we require with the online form below.
We welcome articles. Whether you are an accomplished writer, or a novice, we want your Military Brat story. For your convenience, we have an Article Submission Form below, but please read our guidelines before submitting an article.
Readers are Military Brats, from teenagers to 75 who all share a common experience: growing up in the Military.
500 to 1500 words. Longer articles are welcome, provided the are well researched and well written.
We welcome all articles which reflect growing up in the military to dealing with separation and adjustment to civilian life. Articles can deal with both the positive and the negative, but should be balanced.
We like to have photographs which either go with the article or which can be used alone with a headline and caption.
You may submit your article in any of the following ways.
1) We have a Submission Form below to submit your article online.
2) Send your story as an e-mail attachment.
E-mail editor@militarybrats.com
When sending your article as an e-mail attachment, be sure to save your article in Microsoft Word. You may submit your story or article even if it is not in Word, but let us know what program you are using in the e-mail.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
A: Many of our contributors are not professional writers. However, we do require that you proofread and spellcheck all articles before submitting them for consideration.
Q: How do I know you will publish my story?
A: We cannot guarantee any article or story will be published. We do read and consider all stories and articles, however time and space prevent us from publishing everything we receive.
Q: I have a picture to go with my story, but it is not scanned. Can I send it to you?
A: Yes. Send it with a SASE(Self Addressed Stamped Envelope) and we will scan the photo and return it to you. Be sure to send it between cardboard so it will not be damaged.
Q: What does Military Brats Online pay for articles it publishes?
A: At this time, we do not pay for articles. If you are a beginning writer, this publication can help you to get started in your writing career.
Q: Will my article also appear in On The Move?
A: In some cases, an article may appear both on Military Brats Online and in On The Move, but this is generally an exception.
Q: I've heard about On The Move but I am not a subscriber. How can I receive a sample copy?
A: To receive a free sample copy in PDF format (which requires Acrobat Reader),
click here now. Note: If you do not already have Acrobat Reader, you can download it for free from the Adobe web site. Click here to get Adobe Acrobat now.
If you have an idea for a story or article or any other questions, please e-mail us: editor@militarybrats.com.
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