Niche mags
Many writers think only of the big-name magazines as outlets to publish work. But smaller magazines that specialize in a niche market are often looking for solid writers to contribute to each issue. Here is how you can narrow your focus:
The magazines in this section are a small sampling of what the industry has to offer. Find more market listings at writermag.com.
Information in this section is provided to The Writer by the individual markets and events; for more information, contact those entities directly.
ANIMALS/PETS
ANIMAL WELLNESS Natural pet magazine aimed at helping pet owners make wise health-care choices for animal companions. Accepting articles of 500-1,500 words. Submit via email. Contact: Animal Wellness, 160 Charlotte St., Suite 202, Peterborough, ON, Canada K9J 2T8. 866-764-1212. Email via website. animalwellnessmagazine.com
THE BARK Publication for dog lovers covering canine nutrition, culture, obedience, and gear. Accepts unsolicited submissions for the web only. Contact: Claudia Kawczynska, editor. editor@thebark.com thebark.com
BIRDWATCHING Bimonthly magazine for fans of wild birds and birdwatching. Topics include untold stories about birds and bird behavior; first-person accounts; birds in the news; birding hotspots; tips for attracting, feeding, and identifying birds; photo essays; first-person narratives about finding rare birds; history of ornithology and birdwatching. Send queries by email or regular mail. Contact: Editorial Dept., BirdWatching Magazine, 25 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 404, Braintree, MA 02184. mail@birdwatchingdaily.com birdwatchingdaily.com
THE HORSE Monthly magazine about equine health care, focusing on educational topics and news for professional horse owners. No unsolicited material accepted. Submit resume and writing samples before sending a manuscript. Contact: Stephanie Church, editor-in-chief, P.O. Box 919003, Lexington, KY 40591. schurch@thehorse.com thehorse.com
CURRENT EVENTS/POLITICS
International online and weekly magazine covering a wide range of issues and events. Features articles on domestic and foreign affairs, economics, education, environment, law, media, politics, lifestyle trends, women’s rights, family issues, community, personal finance, careers, education, books, art, travel, cultural commentary, occasional poetry, and more. Seeks news for print, email, and online editions. See website for guidelines. The Christian Science Monitor, 210 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, MA 02115. 617-450-2300. See website for editor email addresses.
