Pitches wanted (literary essays, book reviews, critical interventions) | $250 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE BULWARK

Martyn Wendell Jones, Associate Editor at The Bulwark, is looking for pitches:

Enjoyed working on this detailed essay by Cathy Young on Dangerous Liaisons. There is a lot to savor here on the book's vitality and cultivated ambiguities, the history of its reception and adaptation, and much else. Tolle lege: https://thebulwark.com/love-and-libertinism-the-endless-fascination-of-dangerous-liaisons/

We really like publishing stuff like this! I would love to receive more pitches for bravura literary essays, reviews of new books, critical interventions, and topical pieces. Email martyn@thebulwark.com

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay $250 per piece. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor upon the acceptance of your pitch.

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

• Questions/submissions: martyn@thebulwark.com
• Website: https://www.thebulwark.com/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: The Bulwark focuses on political analysis and reporting without partisan loyalties or tribal prejudices. It aims to build a home for the politically homeless with a community of independent-minded patriots who value democracy, honesty, and the exchange of ideas. More information here.
• Read through a selection of recent articles/stories on its website.
• 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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