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Summary

Write Weird is a Medium publication that seeks to publish genre-pushing writing, offering guidance for new and experienced writers, and invites submissions through comments on their articles.

Abstract

Write Weird, founded by Holly Lyn Walrath, is a Medium publication that embraces unique and adventurous writing across various forms, from technical to genre writing, poetry, and literature. It encourages writers at all stages of their careers to contribute articles that are both informative and heartfelt, with a preference for concise poetry and pieces that provide useful insights for new writers. To submit, writers are instructed to comment on the publication's articles, after which their profiles and previous work will be reviewed for potential publication, with some pieces being accepted immediately if no edits are required.

Opinions

  • The publication values a diverse range of writing styles and topics, emphasizing the importance of pushing genre boundaries.
  • Write Weird is inclusive, welcoming writers regardless of their experience level in the writing community.
  • The publication prioritizes articles that are not only well-researched but also convey a sense of authenticity and emotion.
  • Submissions are encouraged to be concise, particularly when it comes to poetry, with a preference for brevity and impact.
  • The publication provides guidance for writers new to Medium, suggesting an article on how to get started on the platform.
  • Write Weird views the writing life as an individual adventure, suggesting that each writer's journey is unique and valuable.

How to Write Weird

Submitting to Write Weird on Medium

Write Weird is a Medium publication dedicated to all things writing, founded by freelance editor and author Holly Lyn Walrath. We want to celebrate weird writing that pushes the boundaries of genre. We encourage writers to approach the writing life as an adventure — one that varies based on your mileage. Whether you’re new to writing or several years in, we welcome your voice.

We’re currently open to writers. Comment on this article if you would like to submit!

Steps to Submit to Write Weird:

  1. Comment on this article. We will review your profile, other articles you’ve written, and add you as a writer to our publication.
  2. When writing your draft, consider this article on writing for Medium.
  3. Submit your draft. We will make edits to articles that we are interested in publishing. If your article doesn’t require edits, we will sometimes accept and publish it on the spot.

What We Want:

  1. Articles on the basics of writing. This is a broad definition of writing — from technical writing to genre writing to memoir or poetry.
  2. Poems that are heartfelt and accessible. The shorter, the better.
  3. Articles on books, reading, the reading community, and literature.
  4. Articles that provide information that’s useful to new writers, as well as articles that are well-researched and heartfelt.

That’s it! Pretty simple. Welcome to the weird writer life!

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