New Identity Magazine welcomes freelance submissions relating the Christian faith to growing, connecting and living in an ever-changing world. We’re looking for diverse men and women to share their lives, experiences and viewpoints on relevant topics. Articles are written with new believers in mind and should be written in an informative, applicable and encouraging way. We also welcome articles from those who are not followers of Christ which feature reactions to Christianity and how faith is perceived through the eyes of non-believers.
New Identity Magazine covers a wide range of topics, cultural traditions, applying scripture, navigating relationships, sharing stories and media–all with a Christ-centered mind-set. Articles need creative, well thought-out ideas that offer new insight. We value well researched, factually and biblically supported content. This style helps the reader dig deeper into each topic and build a good foundation. While we support and enjoy opinion pieces, they must be backed up with biblical support and not just hearsay. Avoid aggressive or opinionated tones, and please refrain from using Christian jargon. Unfortunately we do not accept Bible study curriculum, sermons, or fiction. For more on our audience, editorial sections please see our Editorial Calendar.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency: Quarterly (four times-a-year)
Articles range from: 500-2,500
Lead time: 2 to 3 weeks
Pay rate: Volunteer basis
Rights requested: First North American Serial Rights, First International Serial Rights and Electronic Serial Rights (North America & International)
MISSION
New Identity Magazine’s mission as a publication is to provide diverse, Bible-centered content to help lead new believers and seekers to a fuller understanding of the Christian faith.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
The best way to submit an article we’ll love is to dig into our mission and purpose, read an issue or two, and identify if your idea fits our needs. Make your pitches detailed and concise.
Submit articles through the Article Submission Form. Please leave it single-spaced, with one free line separating each paragraph and no paragraph indentations.
Please allow 2 weeks for a response (we’ll try to get back to you as soon as possible).
INCLUDE IN YOUR SUBMISSION
– Section of the magazine you’re interested in writing for
– A working title and subtitle of your article
– The purpose of the article, why or how it would benefit our readers
– Proposed completion date and length
– Two or three writing samples (ideally published clips), either as a Word attachment, a list of URLs
– Personal biography
– A photograph of yourself to be published by your article
FORMAT
All manuscripts should be submitted through our online Article Submission Form.
REPRINTS
We are interested in fresh material that serves our audience well (see our Editorial Calendar for more on our audience), so reprints are less likely to be accepted. However, you may send us a reprint you feel fits perfectly with our magazine. Include the date, previous publisher and what rights they may have to the manuscript at the bottom of your manuscript.
COMPENSATION
All contributions to New Identity Magazine are made on a volunteer basis. Writing for our magazine offers great benefits:
– A published article to add to your portfolio
– A professionally edited and designed magazine to view free online – A gifted copy of our publication with your article in print
– Raising public awareness about issues you deeply care about
– Supporting a mission reaching out to new believers and seekers
PUBLISHING POLICY
Editors reserve the right to reject a manuscript at any stage before publication.
New Identity Magazine cannot be held responsible for lost, damaged or unsolicited materials.
Re-titling or editing for length or content may be requested of the author or performed by the editors at their discretion. We reserve the right to edit for grammar, clarity, brevity and tone.
Thank you for your interest in submitting to New Identity Magazine for more information please contact: New Identity Magazine c/o Cailin Briody Henson, Editor-in-Chief PO Box 1002 Mount Shasta, CA 96067 submissions@newidentitymagazine.com