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American Girl
American Girl Publishing
8400 Fairway Place
Middleton, WI 53562
Editorial Assistant
Description and Interests
With the mission of celebrating girls of yesterday and today, American Girl publishes historical and contemporary fiction and nonfiction, as well as short profiles, activities, crafts, and games. Its target audience is girls in the "tween" years.
- Audience: 8-12 years
- Frequency: 6 times each year
- Circulation: 700,000
- Website: www.americangirl.com
Freelance Potential
10% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 5 freelance submissions yearly; 5% by unpublished writers, 5% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 648 queries and unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Query for nonfiction. Send complete ms for fiction. Accepts hard copy and simultaneous submissions if identified. SASE. Responds in 4 months..
- Articles: 500-1,000 words. Informational articles; profiles; and interviews. Topics include history, nature, food, hobbies, crafts, sports, and culture.
- Fiction: To 2,300 words. Contemporary, historical, and multicultural fiction and mystery.
- Depts/columns: 175 words. Profiles, how-to pieces, and craft ideas.
- Other: Word games and puzzles.
Rights and Payment
First North American serial rights. Written material, payment rates vary. Pays on acceptance. Provides 1 contributor's copy.
Baseball Youth
P.O. Box 983
Morehead, KY 40351
President: Scott Hacker
Description and Interests
Young baseball enthusiasts find profiles of their favorite Major and Minor League players and rising superstars in this magazine. It also provides training tips, information on baseball-related video games, and news for card collectors.
- Audience: Youth baseball enthusiasts
- Frequency: 6 times each year
- Circulation: 100,000
- Website: www.baseballyouth.com
Freelance Potential
50% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 10-20 freelance submissions yearly.
Submissions
Query or send ms. Accepts email submissions to mailbox@baseballyouth.com. Response time varies. Articles: Word lengths vary. Informational and how-to articles; profiles; interviews; photo-essays; and personal experience pieces. Topics include youth baseball, Major League and Minor League Baseball, video games, baseball equipment and gear, ballparks, and baseball players and personalities.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. Baseball cards, drills, new product information, and player and stadium profiles.
- Other: Puzzles and games
Rights and Payment
All rights. Written material, payment rates vary.
Blaze Magazine
P.O. Box 2660
Niagara Falls, NY 14302
Editor: Brenda McCarthy
Description and Interests
Now in its fourth year, Blaze Magazine is designed specifically for kids who love horses. It provides interactive content, such as games and crafts, as well as articles offering fascinating facts on all aspects of caring for and riding horses.
- Audience: 8-14 years
- Frequency: 4,000
- Circulation: Unavailable
- Website: www.blazekids.com
Freelance Potential
50% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 25-30 freelance submissions yearly.
Submissions
Query. Accepts email queries to brenda@blazekids.com. Availability of artwork improves chance of acceptance. Response time varies.
- Articles: 200-500 words. Informational and how-to articles; and profiles. Topics include horseback riding, training, and breeds.
- Fiction: Word lengths vary. Stories about horses.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. Short news items, arts and crafts.
- Artwork: B/W and color prints and transparencies.
- Other: Puzzles and games
Rights and Payment
Rights vary. Written material, $.25 per word. Artwork, payment rates vary. Payment policy varies.
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Carus Publishing
70 E. Lake Street, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60601
Editor
Description and Interests
This nonfiction magazine allows young children to explore the world around them. Each thematic issue includes easy-to-read articles, colorful pictures, and fun activities on topics such as science, the arts, math, technology, and history.
- Audience: 3-7 years
- Frequency: 9 times each year
- Circulation: 62,000
- Website: www.cricketmag.com
Freelance Potential
80% written by nonstaff writers. Of the freelance submissions published yearly, 10% are by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 48-60 queries yearly.
Submissions
Send résumé and clips. All material is commissioned from experienced authors.
- Articles: To 1,000 words. Informational articles; interviews; and photo-essays. Topics include the natural, physical, and social sciences; the arts; technology; math; and history.
- Other: Poetry, cartoons, and activities.
Rights and Payment
Rights vary. Written material, payment rates vary. Payment policy varies.
Current Health 1
Weekly Reader Publishing
200 First Stamford Place
P.O. Box 120023
Stamford, CT 06912-0023
Editor: Jennifer Magid
Description and Interests
Distributed exclusively through schools, this member of the Weekly Reader family covers nutrition, fitness, disease prevention, drugs, alcohol, and emotional well-being for middle-grade students. Each issue is accompanied by a teacher's guide.
Freelance Potential
50% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 50 freelance submissions yearly; 30% by authors who are new to the magazine.
Submissions
All articles are assigned. No unsolicited mss. Query with letter of introduction, areas of expertise, publishing credits, and clips. Accepts email queries to currenthealth@weeklyreader.com. Responds in 1-4 months.
- Articles: 850-2,000 words. Informational articles. Topics include nutrition, fitness, disease prevention, drugs, alcohol, emotional well-being, and first aid.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. Physical activities; health news and advice; safety tips; and summaries of medical research.
Rights and Payment
All rights. Articles, $150+. Provides 2 author's copies.
Dogs for Kids
BowTie, Inc.
P.O. Box 6050
Mission Viejo, CA 92690-6050
Editor: Jackie Franza
Description and Interests
This offspring of Dog Fancy fosters responsible dog ownership in children by presenting informative yet entertaining articles in a vivid and easy-to-read format.
- Audience: 8-13 years
- Frequency: 6 times each year
- Circulation: 300,000
- Website: www.dogsforkids.com
Freelance Potential
50% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 25 freelance submissions yearly; 20% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 500 queries yearly.
Submissions
Query with writing samples. Accepts hard copy and email queries to dogsforkids@bowtieinc.com. SASE. Responds in 8-10 weeks.
- Articles: 1,200 words. Informational and how-to articles; profiles; photo-essays; and personal experience pieces. Topics include pet care and dog-related activities and careers.
- Depts/columns: To 650 words. Tips on dog behavior, health, and nutrition; canine news; and new products.
- Other: Puzzles, activities, games, and quizzes.
Rights and Payment
First rights. Articles, $300. Depts/columns, payment rates vary. Pays on publication. Provides 2 copies.
Fandangle Magazine
14 Schult Street
Keene, NH 03431
Editor: Nancy A. Cavanaugh
Description and Interests
Fandangle Magazine is a secular, free online publication that features nonfiction, short stories, poetry, crafts, and learning activities. It is suitable for use in classrooms and homeschool settings.
Freelance Potential
98% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 240 freelance submissions yearly; 70% by unpublished writers, 85% by authors who are new to the magazine.
Submissions
Query with synopsis, word count, and description of writing experience. Accepts hard copy and email queries to submissions@fandanglemagazine.com. SASE. Response time varies.
- Articles: To 700 words. Informational articles. Topics include history, nature, animals and pets, the environment, science, and technology.
- Fiction: To 700 words. Genres include fantasy, folktales, and folklore. Also offers stories about animals.
- Other: Poetry, to 250 words. Filler, to 250 words. Crafts, to 700 words.
Rights and Payment
First rights. No payment.
Focus on the Family Clubhouse
8605 Explorer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80902
Associate Editor: Suzanne Hadley
Description and Interests
Clubhouse, the middle-grade magazine in Focus on the Family's line of Christian publications, imparts value lessons through stories, factual articles, personal anecdotes, puzzles, and games.
Freelance Potential
20% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 12-15 freelance submissions yearly; 50% by unpublished writers, 5% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 1,140 unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Send complete ms. Accepts hard copy. SASE. Responds in 4-6 weeks.
- Articles: 800-1,000 words. Informational, how-to, and factual articles; interviews; personal experience pieces; and humor. Topics include sports, nature, travel, history, fantasy, religion, current events, and multicultural issues.
- Fiction: 500-1,500 words. Genres include historical, contemporary, and religious fiction; parables; humor; and mystery.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. Personal anecdotes; archaeology and biblical history; and humor.
- Other: Activities and comic strips.
- Submit Christian holiday material 7 months in advance.
Rights and Payment
First rights. Written material, to $150. Pays on acceptance. Provides 5 contributor's copies.
Focus on the Family Clubhouse Jr.
8605 Explorer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80902
Associate Editor: Suzanne Hadley
Description and Interests
Clubhouse Jr. uses stories, articles, and activities to teach young children Judeo-Christian values.
Freelance Potential
20% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 6-12 freelance submissions yearly; 1% by unpublished writers, 5% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 720 unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Send complete ms. Accepts hard copy. No simultaneous submissions. SASE. Responds in 4-6 weeks.
- Articles: To 600 words. Informational articles. Topics include Christian entertainment, recreation, fitness, health, nature, the environment, hobbies, and multicultural issues.
- Fiction: 250-1,000 words. Genres include Bible stories; humor; folktales; and religious, contemporary, and historical fiction.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. Personal anecdotes; crafts and activities; comic strips; and humor.
- Other: Poetry with biblical themes.
- Submit seasonal material 6 months in advance.
Rights and Payment
First North American serial rights. Written material, to $150. Pays on acceptance. Provides 2 author's copies.
InTeen
P.O. Box 436987
Chicago, IL 60643
Editor: Aja Carr
Description and Interests
Distributed through inner-city religious education classes, this magazine includes Bible study guides and Bible lessons that help teens connect Christian principles to their everyday lives. It is published by Urban Ministries, an African American Christian publishing company.
Freelance Potential
95% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 52 freelance submissions yearly; 60% by unpublished writers, 50% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 360 queries yearly.
Submissions
Send résumé with writing samples. All material is written on assignment. SASE. Responds in 3-6 months.
- Articles: Word lengths vary. Bible study guides and Bible lessons; how-to articles; profiles; interviews; and reviews. Topics include religion, biography, college, careers, black history, music, social issues, and multicultural and ethnic topics.
- Fiction: Word lengths vary. Stories are sometimes included as part of study plans. Genres include inspirational, multicultural, and ethnic fiction; real-life stories; and problem-solving stories.
- Other: Puzzles, activities, and poetry.
- Submit seasonal material 1 year in advance.
Rights and Payment
All rights. All material, payment rates vary. Pays 2 months after acceptance. Provides 2 author's copies.
Jack And Jill
Children's Better Health Institute
1100 Waterway Boulevard
P.O. Box 567
Indianapolis, IN 46206-0567
Editor: Daniel Lee
Description and Interests
Principles of good health and nutrition are at the heart of all the materials found in Jack And Jill. Its articles, stories, puzzles, and activities are designed to appeal to children in second and third grades.
Freelance Potential
10% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 10 freelance submissions yearly; 70% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 1,200 unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Send complete ms. Accepts hard copy. SASE. Responds in 3 months.
- Articles: 500-600 words. Informational and how-to articles; humor; profiles; and biographies. Topics include sports, health, exercise, safety, nutrition, and hygiene.
- Fiction: 500-900 words. Genres include mystery, fantasy, folktales, humor, science fiction, and stories about sports and animals.
- Artwork: Submit sketches to Andrea O'Shea, art director; photos to Daniel Lee, editor.
- Other: Poetry, games, puzzles, activities, and cartoons.
- Submit seasonal material 8 months in advance.
Rights and Payment
All rights. Articles and fiction, $.17 per word. Other material, payment rates vary. Pays on publication. Provides 10 contributor's copies.
Kid Zone
801 W. Norton Avenue, Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49441
Editor: Anne Huizenga
Description and Interests
This magazine offers a great way for kids to have fun reading, creating, learning, and exploring. Each issue is chock full of informational articles on topics such as animals, science, and history, as well as games, recipes, trivia, puzzles, and crafts.
Freelance Potential
90% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 20-30 freelance submissions yearly; 25% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 60-100 queries and unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Query or send complete ms. Accepts hard copy and email to ahuizenga@scottpublications.com. Availability of artwork improves chance of acceptance. SASE. Responds to queries in 1 month, to mss in 1 year.
- Articles: 500 words. Factual and informational articles. Topics include animals, food, culture, holiday and seasonal topics, science, and safety.
- Artwork: Color prints or transparencies.
- Other: Submit seasonal material 4-6 months in advance. See guidelines for specifics.
Rights and Payment
World rights. All material, payment rates vary. Pays on publication. Provides 2 contributor's copies.
Ladybug
The Magazine for Young Children
70 East Lake Street, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60601
Submissions Editor: Jenny Gillespie
Description and Interests
Ladybug is filled with beautifully illustrated stories, poems, and activities created to delight and enlighten very young children.
Freelance Potential
100% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 100 freelance submissions yearly. Receives 2,400 unsolicited mss yearly.
Submissions
Send complete ms with exact word count. Accepts hard copy and simultaneous submissions. SASE. Responds in 6 months.
- Articles: To 400 words. Informational, humorous, and how-to articles. Topics include nature, family, animals, the environment, and other age-appropriate topics.
- Fiction: To 800 words. Read-aloud, early reader, picture, and rebus stories. Genres include adventure, humor, fantasy, folktales, and contemporary fiction.
- Other: Puzzles, learning activities, games, crafts, finger plays, action rhymes, and songs. Poetry, to 20 lines.
Rights and Payment
Rights vary. Stories and articles, $.25 per word; $25 minimum. Poems, $3 per line; $25 minimum. Other material, payment rates vary. Pays on publication. Provides 6 contributor's copies.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Society
1145 17th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036-4688
Editor: Julie Agnone
Description and Interests
This children's version of the well-known geography and natural science publication strives to teach kids about the world around them through fun, entertaining articles, activities, games, and puzzles. Like its counterpart, it is filled with high-quality color photos.
Freelance Potential
85% written by nonstaff writers. Publishes 20-25 freelance submissions yearly; 1% by unpublished writers, 30% by authors who are new to the magazine. Receives 360 queries yearly.
Submissions
Query with clips. No unsolicited mss. SASE. Response time varies.
- Articles: Word lengths vary. Informational articles. Topics include geography, archaeology, paleontology, history, entertainment, and the environment.
- Depts/columns: Word lengths vary. News and trends, amazing animals, and fun facts.
- Other: Original games and jokes.
Rights and Payment
All rights. Written material, payment rates vary. Artwork, $100-$600. Pays on acceptance. Provides 3-5 contributor's copies.
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