Write for Refine

By Sarah Chastain

Published on January 10, 2025

Our writing submission guidelines below will help you get started! 

Word Count: 600–1200 words

Stipend: $50 for pieces accepted to be published online, additional compensation for articles with original photography included

Editorial discretion: Submission is not a guarantee of publication. Articles should be “publish ready,” with little to no grammatical or spelling errors.

Categories:

  • Family Traditions (Holidays)
  • DIY Tips for Homemaking
  • How I Got Here (career paths)
  • Budgeting Tips (weddings, parties, food, style)
  • Walk with Me (travel blog posts)

Feel free to submit to more than one article. Special consideration will be given to pieces that include original photographs or accompanying images. We look forward to reading your writing!

Note: We schedule our articles for Refine several months in advance. For holiday or seasonal pieces, plan on submitting at least three months prior to their intended publication date.