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Summary

The webpage provides submission guidelines for writers interested in publishing with "The Pub" on Medium, detailing rules, topics, formatting preferences, and the application process.

Abstract

"The Pub" on Medium invites writers to submit their work, emphasizing adherence to specific guidelines. These include following general Medium rules, being flexible with image use and tags, and having a creative approach to formatting and titling. The publication seeks surprising topics and sets a follower count and publishing history as prerequisites for potential writers. The application process involves following specific individuals, engaging with their content, and commenting on the guidelines article for consideration. "The Pub" also acknowledges other publications they appreciate and provides additional resources for writers seeking more information on submission practices.

Opinions

  • The guidelines are presented with a casual and humorous tone, indicating a relaxed and creative culture at "The Pub."
  • The importance of following specific individuals and engaging with their content suggests a community-focused approach to content curation.
  • The leniency regarding images, tags, and formatting implies a preference for individual expression and style over strict editorial standards.
  • The requirement for a minimum follower count and publishing history suggests a preference for experienced writers, while the low barrier to entry (23 followers, 1.5 published articles) also accommodates emerging talent.
  • The extended timeframe for application review (up to 57 years) is likely an exaggeration used for comedic effect, further emphasizing the publication's lighthearted nature.
  • The mention of "perks" for writers who are accepted indicates additional incentives for joining "The Pub," though these perks are not explicitly detailed in the provided content.
  • The inclusion of links to other liked publications suggests a network of recommended reading and potential collaborative opportunities within the Medium community.

Submission guidelines

Want to Be Published?

The Pub is the write place to go

Nathan got published in The Pub

When you have something to write, but no one wants to read it, The Pub is the write place to go. Have no worries; even the editors won’t read your articles (joking, we have to).

1. Rules we want you to follow
2. Topics we’re looking for
3. How to become a writer for The Pub

Rules we want you to follow

Be careful! There are a few rules you should follow when submitting an article to The Pub. We call them The Rules of The Pub. If you don’t or can’t respect them, you will still be a welcomed member of our tribe but won’t be able to publish in The Pub anymore.

The Medium rules

Images

Have one, don’t have one, we don’t care.

Tags

We recommend the following tags

But it’s your choice. You can use whatever tags you like.

Formatting

Do you like … () [] , ; . and any other available sign on your keyboard?

You’ve come to the right place. Put them anywhere you want; we don’t care.

Titles/Kickers/Subtitles/Heading

Don’t care.

Boring articles should be kept under 400 words.

This article is the ONE exception. It has 467.

Topics we’re looking for

We don’t know. Surprise us.

The FOUR simple steps to becoming a writer for The Pub

  1. Follow The Pub
  2. Follow these people

Without Carlos and Justy, The Pub wouldn’t exist. They imagined it on Twitter; we brought it to Medium. So, follow them and read at least one of their articles.

We recommend:

In addition to the above, you should have:

  • a minimum of 23 followers
  • published at least 1.5 articles on the Internet
  • access to a keyboard or a voice to text software

You can now go to step 4.

Step 4

Leave a comment on this article. Your application will be carefully considered within a reasonable timeframe, no longer than 57 years.

Should we accept your application, one of our editors will add you as a writer.

It comes with perks. Just sayin’.

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