Pitches wanted (Southern nature, people, place) | $200 to $1,500 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: SOUTHLANDS

With Southlands Issue No. 01 getting set to ship next week, it’s time to start thinking about the next issue! 

Southlands is now accepting pitches for its upcoming issue, seeking stories that explore the intersection of place, people, and the natural world through thoughtful, well-researched writing. Writers are invited to pitch reported features, essays, profiles, interviews, and creative nonfiction that delve into themes of regional identity, ecology, agriculture, and the evolving connections between rural and urban life. Strong pitches combine vivid storytelling with grounded observation and a clear sense of place. Articles typically range from 800 to 2,000 words, with payment varying based on length, depth, and experience. Pitches should clearly outline the story’s focus, significance, and approach, along with a short bio and links to previous work.

See full pitch guidelines here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hRJqcVdhUIPd4_IUAvEhSTfyQ_j3hTjm/edit

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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

• Questions/submissions: editorial@southlands.media

• Website: https://southlandsmag.com

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: Southlands is a bi-annual print journal that publishes oversized issues focused on outdoor culture and nature in the American South. It covers essays, photography, narrative features, and guides that explore how Southerners connect with wild landscapes and waterways. Its aim is to celebrate and deepen awareness of the Southern wild through thoughtful storytelling and immersive design. More information here.

• Read through a selection of recent articles/stories on its website.

• Review the submission guidelines here.

• Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook and at SuccessfulPitches.com.

• Do not forget to end your pitch with (1) a short introduction about yourself; (2) a few lines highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits; and (3) links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.

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