Christina Merchant
Pitch Your Travel Articles to Non-Travel Publications
Learn about the endless types of travel stories you could write and pitch to both travel and non-travel publications...
When Travels Go Awry: How to Turn the Unexpected into an Article
Read tips about how to make an article out of an unplanned, unexpected situation.
How to Write an Attention-Grabbing Lede
Read some tips from Editor Kyle Wagner on how to keep your readers hooked on your articles.
Ask this Question to Craft a Strong Article Intro
Read tips from Denver Post Travel Editor Kyle Wagner on what will 'hook' readers to your article.
Chicago Scene Magazine Editor Robert Luce on Being Original
There’s a theme in all the editor interviews I sent you this week: Originality sells. Robert Luce, Editor of Chicago Scene Magazine, says originality is one of the most important elements of a standout story. Read the full interview here...
Go Magazine Editor Orion Ray-Jones on the Kinds of Travel Articles that Glue an Editor to the Page
Travel editor Orion Ray-Jones says he’s looking mostly for stories he doesn’t want to put down. Stories that glue him to the page and have him repeating details to his friends and family the next day.Can you write a story like this? I’m willing to bet you can. Read the full interview with Go Magazine Editor Orion Ray-Jones’ here...
Chicago Tribune Travel Editor Ross Werland on Pitching Travel Stories to Newspapers
The editorial staff at large newspapers is shrinking (and has been for years). What does this mean for you as a travel writer? Click here to read an interview with travel editor Ross Werland at the Chicago Tribune, and listen to his advice on how to get started.
Interview with Travel Writer Roy Stevenson
If it’s your money you’re spending, take a minute to read our interview with workshop attendee turned full-time travel writer, Roy Stevenson. Roy Stevenson attended our Ultimate Travel Writer’s Workshop in Portland, Oregon back in 2007. He earned back his conference fee in his first 90 days. And today, he’s paid to write about cruises, wine-tastings, luxury resorts, and one-of-a-kind tours.
