Here’s what I’m working on:
Be sure to read the below list carefully. Many are stories I posted about yesterday, but some of yesterday's stories are no longer listed and a few new ones have been added since yesterday. This (below) is everything that is still a currently open opportunity as of today.
Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.
Please consult my industry insights guides on submitting [url=https://substack.com/redirect/7250e8ce-dbc5-42d4-bb17-f61cb192e197]expert commentary[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/dfd3ee10-90c9-454b-93ab-30704cb6f6b6]sending emails that will catch a journalist’s attention[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/2d2d225d-932b-486f-93d2-82012bd51318]how to craft pitches journalists will say ‘yes’ to[/url], and the r[url=https://substack.com/redirect/f7011e9b-a5f5-4f1d-801a-a7ad5f145eac]ight and wrong way to submit photos[/url], if you need any extra guidance before sending your pitches.
I’m working on several Valentine’s Day gift guides: I’m looking for gifts for him, wellness gifts, gifts for her, pet gifts, food/spirits gifts, and more. To pitch me for these guides, please be sure to include the following:
- Name of item
- Links to major retailers where sold (include several retailer link options, especially major ones like Amazon)
- Link to image and any necessary credits
- Description why it’s a fit
- Item must be currently available and currently in stock. Be sure to start a new email thread and be clear in the subject line what specific gift guide(s) you are pitching. Just replying to this email is a great way to get your pitch buried in a heap - we don’t want that! And, yes, in answer to all the questions in my inbox: These are all earned media, and not sponsored, guides.
Tip: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/e5411400-1cca-4d7a-acf3-71467c5a1366]If you want any guidance on how to pitch for gift guides more successfully, be sure to check out the complete webinar recording linked here — it’s free![/url]
Before pitching: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/82d79e28-8995-4b32-8e4b-7c4cfe038526]Please be sure to refer to my photo submission guidelines for help with photo submission best practices[/url]!
General submission instructions: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or your email may be lost. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching for.
Please consult my industry insights guides on submitting [url=https://substack.com/redirect/7250e8ce-dbc5-42d4-bb17-f61cb192e197]expert commentary[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/dfd3ee10-90c9-454b-93ab-30704cb6f6b6]sending emails that will catch a journalist’s attention[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/2d2d225d-932b-486f-93d2-82012bd51318]how to craft pitches journalists will say ‘yes’ to[/url], and the [url=https://substack.com/redirect/f7011e9b-a5f5-4f1d-801a-a7ad5f145eac]right and wrong way to submit photos[/url].