mysteries magazine writer's guidelines

We accept unsolicited manuscripts related to historical/ancient mysteries, the paranormal, conspiracies, unusual archaeological finds, lost treasure, UFOs, bizarre scientific breakthroughs, or the occult. Before pursuing any topic, please query first at editor@mysteriesmagazine.com.

Average feature article is approx. 3,000-5,000 words in length although longer work will be considered (when writing historical articles, please include a list of reference material used in research). Sidebar information is also encouraged, as well as graphics, including copyright-free illustrations and original photographs. Mysteries Magazine takes full North American serial rights on all work accepted. We also reserve the right to post—either in part or in full—any articles or reviews on this web site.

A bibliography is requested for historical articles, and/or a list of recommended books for further reading. Cover email should include a brief bio and credits, where you heard of Mysteries Magazine, and any other pertinent information. All articles should be emailed to the editor: editor@mysteriesmagazine.com.

Although writers will be notified of acceptance within a few weeks of submission, we cannot guarantee a publication date. However, when the article is scheduled for a particular issue, we will attempt to notify the writer before publication. We reserve the right to reject previously accepted work at any time and for any reason.

Our Editorial Style
Please write in the third-person only and avoid contractions. Also, when writing, assume that our readers know absolutely nothing about the topic you are exploring, so be specific about names, dates, and the details of the subject you are covering.

Work may receive a written critique and editorial suggestions. All work will be edited to some degree, to match our editorial format. Please do not submit articles if you are unwilling to have your work edited! Allow 6-8 weeks for a response.

Book Reviews
We accept unsolicited reviews of books, including fiction and non-fiction, covering historical mysteries, the paranormal, UFOs, cryptozoology, or the occult (500 wds max). Please include a high res (300 dpi) scan of the book jacket, along with review. Also include title, author, ISBN #, Publisher, year published, and cover price at the beginning of each review.

Book authors are encouraged to submit a review copy to Kim Guarnaccia, Editor, Mysteries Magazine, PO Box 490, Walpole, NH 03608 USA.

Editorial Suggestions
We encourage all readers to make suggestions on what kind of articles they would like to see published in Mysteries Magazine. To do so, call, write, or email Kim Guarnaccia, Editor, at editor@mysteriesmagazine.com, Mysteries Magazine, PO Box 490, Walpole, NH 03608 USA.

Payment
Payment of $.05 per published word is made upon publication, as well as $5 per photograph/ illustration used. One (1) copy of the magazine in which one’s work appears will also be mailed to each contributor; additional discounted copies available upon request.