Do you have a story to share? An excerpt from your next great American novel? Tips for fledgling (or even seasoned) writers? What have you learned about editors, query letters, traditional vs. alternative publishing venues?
Roads Diverged is accepting guest posts on these and other writing-related topics. To submit, just leave a comment and we’ll connect. The more we connect, the more our readerships grow and the more opportunities for all.
That said, here are a few ground rules and guide lines. First, you don’t need to be a professional writer or have the publishing “big boys” banging down your door to post at Roads Diverged. Just a passion for writing and the desire to learn and share. If accepted, your post will include a byline and a link to your blog or website as applicable.
Submission guidelines:
- I prefer content that’s fresh and original. That is, content that hasn’t been previously published elsewhere.
- Yours truly is partial to “short and sweet.” Stories should be between 300 – 500 words. (Tip: humorous and/or true-life “slice of life” vignettes as well as travel stories always catch my eye!) A longer post may be accepted if I really, really like it.
- If your post is accompanied by an original photo or two, so much the better!
- I do not accept anonymous posts. You may use a pen name if desired, but it must be specified as such and your real name must accompany your submission (withheld from publication upon request).
- This blog is G-rated. I reserve the right to reject any submission, for any reason. Likewise, posts that include links or references to sites that are not G-rated or include spam and viruses will not be accepted
- There is no compensation for any posts. As in, zip. Your “compensation” is boosted traffic and exposure for your work. Roads Diverged is connected to LinkedIn and Twitter. I’m also on Facebook. You are encouraged to promote your submission via your own social network. More exposure for Roads Diverged means more exposure for you.
Ready? Set? Go to the comment section below. Type “I’m in.” I’ll get back to you.
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Pages & Paws 
June 23, 2013 at 5:09 pm
I’m in.
I’d love to share from my devotional, Changing Zip Codes: Finding Community Wherever You’re Transplanted. After twenty-two moves, often lugging four children and a dog, my husband and I have a lot of stories. Moving is hard but I am a cheerleader for anyone needing to relocate.