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Boxing Magazine Query Letter Sample
QUERY TYPE: Print query (mailed) PITCHED TO: Editor SOLD TO: Boxing magazine and its companion website AUDIENCE: Boxing enthusiasts TYPE OF PITCH: Full article, 3,000 words COMPENSATION OF SOLD ARTICLE: $775.00 (US); editor paid extra for photos The following italicized text is a full query letter sample, followed by a step-by-step explanation of the email’s various parts…. Read more →
Bridal Magazine Sample Query Letter
QUERY TYPE: Print query (mailed) PITCHED TO: Editor AUDIENCE: Bridal/Wedding Magazine TYPE OF PITCH: Freelance Jobs COMPENSATION OF SOLD ARTICLE: N/A This is a sample “pitch letter” that a freelance writer sent to a magazine editor, inquiring about upcoming writing gigs. The freelance writer pitched herself as a skilled freelance writer who is educated about… Read more →
Sample Query Letter for a Childhood Obesity Article
QUERY TYPE: E-mail query PITCHED TO: Editor SOLD TO: Health/lifestyle website AUDIENCE: General public TYPE OF PITCH: Full article, 1,200+ words COMPENSATION OF SOLD ARTICLE: $500 (US) The following italicized text is a full query letter sample, followed by a step-by-step explanation of the email’s various parts. 1. Query Letter for a Childhood Obesity Article From: Your… Read more →
Academic Journal Query Letter Sample
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Inflight Magazine Query Letter Sample
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