Submitting to Medium Publications A Step-by-Step Guide
Increase your chances of getting published on Medium publications with my step-by-step guide.

If you’re a writer or blogger looking to get published on Medium publications, you’re in the right place! Medium is a fantastic platform to share your ideas, stories, and perspectives with a large audience.
However, getting published on Medium publications can be challenging, especially if you’re new to the platform.
In this article, I will walk you through the step-by-step process of submitting to Medium publications and increasing your chances of getting published.
Understanding Medium Publications
Medium publications are online magazines or blogs on the Medium platform that cover various topics and niches.
Publications are managed by editors who review, select, and publish articles. Getting your articles published on Medium can help you reach a wider audience and increase your followers.
Types of Medium Publications
Medium publications cover various topics and niches, from technology and politics to lifestyle and art. Some of the more popular Medium publications include:
· Curious
When submitting to Medium publications, it’s essential to do research and identify publications that align with your writing niche and interests.
Submitting to Medium Publications: A Step-by-Step Guide
Submitting your articles to Medium publications is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to increase your chances of getting published on Medium.
Step 1: Create a Medium Account
The first step in submitting to Medium publications is creating a Medium account. If you already have a Medium account, you can skip this step.
To create a Medium account:
1. Go to medium.com and click on the “Get Started” button.
2. Sign up using your email, Google, or Facebook account.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your profile.
Once you have created your Medium account, you can start writing and publishing your articles.
Step 2: Write an Article
The next step is to write an article that you want to submit to Medium's publications. When writing your article, keep the following tips in mind:
- Choose a catchy headline that grabs the reader’s attention.
- Write a compelling introduction that entices the reader to read further.
- Use subheadings and bullet points to break up the text and make it easy to read.
- Use high-quality images to enhance your article.
- Edit your article for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
Step 3: Research Medium Publications
Once you have written your article, it’s time to research and identify Medium publications that align with your writing niche and interests.
Here are some tips for researching Medium publications:
Use the Medium search bar to find publications that cover your niche.
Read articles from different publications to get a sense of their writing style and tone.
Follow publications that you’re interested in to stay up-to-date with their latest articles.

Step 4: Submit Your Article
After researching and identifying Medium publications, it’s time to submit your article. Here are the steps to submit your article:
1. Click on your profile picture and select “Stories” from the drop-down menu.
2. Click on the article you want to submit to a publication.
3. Click on the “Add to Publication” button.
4. Select the publication you want to submit to from the list of available publications.
5. Write a short message to the publication's editor introducing yourself and your article.
6. Click on the “Submit” button.
Step 5: Wait for the Response
After submitting your article to a Medium publication, you’ll need to wait for a response from the publication's editor.
The response time varies from publication to publication and can take anywhere from a few hours to several weeks.
If your article is accepted, congratulations! Your article will now be published.
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