Call for submissions – new online travel magazine
TimeTravel-Britain.com is a combination of a travel e-zine and a travel database. The emphasis of the site is "historic destinations." We want every article on the site to give the reader an idea of the history of the site or area being covered, as well as a glimpse of what the visitor to that site can see today. Articles can approach topics from the historical side (e.g., a historical overview of an event, along with a discussion of locations associated with that event that a visitor can see today), or from the travel side (focusing on a destination and what one can see today, along with some background history on the site). The site is expected to "go live" in early spring 2005. We're looking for a variety of travel features, including:
"All About the Town..." Historic highlights of a specific town in England. The article should begin with an overview of the town as a whole (e.g., what makes this town interesting historically and as a travel destination?), and discussions of several key sites within the town, such as historic houses, the best museums, etc. Query first to make sure the town hasn't already been covered. 2000-3000 words, $200-$300.
"Destination Feature." Focuses on a particular "must-see" single historic destination. The destination could be a single stop or (like Hadrian's Wall) include multiple stops. 1500-2000 words, $100-$200
"Miscellaneous Feature." This could include profiles of artisans/crafters involved in a historic craft; "hands-on" travel such as participating in an archaeological dig; round-ups of "best" destinations (such as best haunted inns), seasonal articles (where to experience a Victorian Christmas), etc. 1500-2000 words, $100-$200.
"Worth a Stop." Short features on destinations that may not merit full-length coverage -- e.g., a place you'd visit if you're in the area, but might not drive out to see all by itself. 500-1000 words, $50.
"Short Miscellany." Short features on interesting, quirky, unusual topics. This section could include articles on food, recipes, costumes, crafts, recent historical/archaeological discoveries, etc. 500-1000 words, $50.
We're also interested in column proposals. Columns will initially run bimonthly; pay is $100 per column.
Photos are strongly recommended. Please see our online guidelines for more details.
LENGTH: See above.
PAYMENT: See above.
RIGHTS: First electronic rights; exclusive electronic rights for three months after publication; nonexclusive archival rights thereafter.
REPRINTS: Yes, PLEASE. Pays $25-$100 for reprints.
SUBMISSIONS: Submit query or complete manuscript by e-mail to editors@writing-world.com. If photos are available, submit 1-3 low-resolution sample jpgs as attachments; do NOT attach large photo files.
GUIDELINES: http://www.timetravel-britain.com/adm/guidelines.shtml
(Posted 12/10/04)
