WRITE FOR US
How to Write for Curiously Creative
These are our official submission guidelines.
Whether you’re a budding writer looking for more exposure or a creativity enthusiast with ideas worth sharing, this resource guide will help you get featured in Curiously Creative.
Step 1: Know What We’re Looking For
Curiously Creative is a community of creative thinkers and makers. We’re here to inspire people to nourish their creative genius no matter their age or interests. Creativity is for everyone.
Our publication is hosted through Medium. And like Medium, we value quality. We want our readers to feel motivated, empowered, and ready to create change.
For every story we review, we ask ourselves the following questions:
✔ Was this article or essay written for the reader?
Does it provide meaningful advice, insight, or an original take on important issues?
✔ Does it offer a good reading experience?
Is the article well-formatted with a clear beginning, middle, and end? Is the language clear and concise? Is it free of typos or grammatical errors?
✔ Can we hear your authentic voice?
More than a perfectly written piece, we crave pieces that showcase your unique perspective and personality. Write like you talk, and say what you believe.
For automated assistance in catching typos and other trivial mistakes, we highly recommend installing Grammarly. This will not only help you submit error-free work but also helps us streamline our reviews. You can sign up here using our affiliate link.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind:
- We only accept unpublished drafts. This is to ensure proper scheduling and that each story spends ample time on our front page.
- We only accept members-only content. This qualifies your story for curation, exposing it to a much larger audience. You can join here. While you’re at it, join the Partner Program (it’s free) for a chance to earn money from your writing.
- We do accept (and LOVE) submissions from children. These should be submitted via a legal guardian.
- We prefer original content. This ensures we are not posting duplicate content on Medium. If you would like to cross-post an article to your personal blog, that is okay, but please do not (re)submit past work.
- New to Medium? We recommend checking out the Creator’s Hub and Distribution Standards for tips on how to create the best content.
Please note: A submission is not guaranteed acceptance simply because it meets all the above criteria. The subject matter, timing, and volume are also factors in our editorial decisions, among other things.
Step 2: Get Added As A Curiously Creative Contributor
Once you’re familiar with the guidelines, the next step is to get added as a writer to our publication. (Note, you’ll need to set up your free Medium account before applying.)
To be added as a contributor, simply fill out the quick form below:
You should be added as a writer within a matter of days. You’ll receive a confirmation email from Medium. Depending on your settings, you’ll be able to see Curiously Creative in your list of publications.
Step 3: Submit Your Article For Consideration
It’s time to send us some stories!
Write your draft inside the Medium platform. If you have a few ideas you’re considering, feel free to send a short pitch for any feedback first.
Once you have a draft inside of Medium, follow the steps below to submit it to us for consideration:
- Click the “…” button near the top-right corner of the page.
- Select “Add to publication.”
- Choose “Curiously Creative” from the list of publications (you may need to scroll.)
- Click “Select and continue” then “Submit” when finished.
- Wait patiently for your draft to be reviewed.
Depending on your settings, you should receive an email from Medium once your story is accepted or rejected, along with a private comment from us letting you know when you can expect it to go live.
All stories are typically reviewed within 7–10 days.
If you follow the guidelines above, you’ll be on the fast track to getting published and curated. We are excited to have you as part of our community!
If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns, please reach us via email.
Good luck on your writing journey!
