Writer's Guide

Guidelines for Freelance Writers


Midwest Home features stories on beautiful and functional spaces inside and outside Minnesota homes. We’re always looking for examples of fine design in area homes, remodels, rooms, landscapes, and gardens.

We encourage freelancers to contact us with story ideas about stylish homes, outstanding or unusual gardens, current shelter issues, design trends, entertaining, and gardening ideas. Review any recent issue of the magazine to get a sense of content possibilities, tone, and length.

We also use freelance contributions in each issue for our “Back Home” department. This 800-word essay is a funny or nostalgic personal observation with a connection to home, family, or garden. (See the last page of any issue for an example.)

Queries


A query letter should precede submission of a manuscript. Describe the proposed piece in a paragraph or two, the perspective or angle you’d like to cover, and include photos if appropriate.

Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your letter. If this is your first query, it’s helpful if you enclose your resume and a few writing samples.

Address questions and/or queries to:

Chris Lee, Editor
Midwest Home
600 U.S. Trust Building
730 S. Second Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-371-5800
Fax: 612-371-5801

To order a sample copy of Midwest Home, contact Tammy Mitchell at 612-371-5864.

Guidelines for Project Consideration


Midwest Home features beautifully photographed stories on well-designed spaces inside and outside Minnesota homes. We’re always looking for examples of outstanding architecture, remodels, interior decorating, and landscape and garden design.

If you would like to show us your portfolio or you have a project you believe may interest us, we encourage you to let us know. Send us digital or print images of outstanding features, along with a brief summary about your work or how the project met your client’s needs.

Keep in mind:

Projects must have been completed within the last three years to be considered for publication.

Projects must be located in Minnesota or have a strong Minnesota connection.

Projects that have been previously published won’t be considered for Midwest Home.

If you have questions about our editorial requirements or need further information, please contact us at 612-371-5800.

To order a sample copy of Midwest Home, contact Tammy Mitchell at 612-371-5864.

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