Cincinnati Family Magazine

Submitting your work

Before submitting, review the magazine's article submission guidelines page carefully. The publication typically seeks concise, practical articles (often 500–1,200 words) on topics relevant to local families: parenting advice, educational resources, health and wellness, seasonal activities, and community profiles. Pitches should be specific to the Cincinnati region and avoid overly academic or experimental prose. Include a brief query letter with your idea, target audience, and proposed length; simultaneous submissions are generally discouraged. Payment, if any, is modest and often per-piece. Response times can be slow, so follow up politely after two to three weeks. Writers with no prior clips should start with short service pieces or event roundups. Always fact-check local details and provide sources for health or safety claims.