My Top 5 Publications on Medium for New Writers

Summary

The article provides a curated list of Medium publications that are particularly welcoming to new writers, detailing their unique features and how to submit articles to them.

Abstract

The author has conducted research to identify the top five Medium publications that are most suitable for new writers. These publications are characterized by their ease of admission, potential to increase viewership and engagement, and flexibility in terms of required topics. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding how publications work on Medium, including the submission process and the role of editors. The listed publications, such as ILLUMINATION and The Shortform, offer opportunities for writers to gain visibility and connect with a broader audience without the need for a rigorous review process. The author also highlights the benefits of joining these publications, such as the possibility of having one's articles nominated for a "boost," which can further increase exposure.

Opinions

The author believes that new writers on Medium should target publications that are more accessible and can help increase their visibility and readership.
Publications like ILLUMINATION are praised for their potential to nominate new writers' stories for a boost, which can significantly enhance exposure.
The author suggests that engaging with publications like Read or Die! can foster a sense of community among writers, encouraging them to read and engage with each other's work.
The article promotes the idea that writers should take advantage of the "Friends of Medium" status, as demonstrated by the publication CREATIVETECH Friends, which offers exclusive benefits to its members.
The author is enthusiastic about the opportunities that Medium publications offer to new writers, emphasizing that the process of writing and submitting articles is straightforward and not overly complex.

How publications work:

A publication is a place similar to Facebook groups — you need admission. Look for the “Write for Us” or “Submission rules” or similar titles, usually pinned or linked in the profile.

You apply. Editors add you as a writer.

You submit by clicking on “Add to publication” in your article setting menu. Editors check your article and publish it.

That’s it! No rocket science!

Ready? This is my list!

The TOP 5 Publications List:

The Ultimate Leader, #1 in views from all Medium pubs: ILLUMINATION. It’s not just one, they’re a portfolio of publications, but you have to apply for each. The best part: they can nominate you for a boost, read here! You can submit after you publish your story, no drafts are required! Read how to apply here.

My go-to for shorts: The Shortform. You have to submit a draft, but it can be anything for as long as it’s up to 150 words! Apply here.

The Long-and-Short.Sweet.Valuable. That’s right: those are two publications owned by the same people— one for up to 300 words and the other for more than 300. No drafts are required. Apply here and here.

The Read or Die! It’s encouraging writers to also engage with each other and read daily something from the pub. No drafts are required. Apply here.

My beloved CREATIVETECH Friends — For Friends of Medium only. Made to utilize the FOMs benefits in favor of FOMs only. No drafts are required. Apply here.

My Top 5 Publications on Medium for New Writers

If you’re new to writing on Medium, you’ll have to consider these 5 publications

My criteria?

How publications work:

The TOP 5 Publications List:

Ready? Steady! Go!

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