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Guidelines for Writers
Caribbean Beat, Discover Trinidad & Tobago, the Caribbean Review of Books, the Trinidad & Tobago Business Guide (TTBG) and ENERGY Caribbean
welcome contributor proposals from freelance writers and
photographers. Please read the following information for detailed
information about what we are looking for, what we pay, and what to do next if you think your work would be a good fit with one of our publications.
Caribbean Beat
We need lively, entertaining writing combined with a serious and informative approach
to subject matter, and top-quality photos and illustrations. It is essential for
features to be strongly written, well researched, with a light and readable style,
laced where possible with vivid description, humour, anecdote or human interest. We consider feature articles of up to 1,200 words on any subject of general
Caribbean interest linked with any of Caribbean Airlines' Caribbean
or international destinations. In addition, we consider pieces for our Snapshots and Happenings sections of up to 700 words. We are always happy to
consider original poetry and fiction as well.
This is not a magazine with an expatriate or foreign viewpoint, treating the Caribbean
as a playground or an expression of native colour: it has a Caribbean perspective
and deals extensively with real Caribbean people, issues, events and concerns. The point of view should be that of a well-informed insider
writing about the things the Caribbean does best. Contributors must be able to address a broad audience. The magazine’s
readership consists partly of Caribbean travellers who already know the region
well, and partly of holiday and business travellers coming into the Caribbean,
many of whom are unfamiliar with the region except for the stereotypes. Publishable
material keeps these separate readers in mind as far as possible. Discover Trinidad & Tobago
We are looking for well-researched, vivid, and informative contributions on activities for tourists and visitors to and within Trinidad & Tobago. The writing should be an insider's guide delivered in an engaging, light and readable style. Caribbean Review of Books
We
consider reviews of new and recent books – as well as plays and films –
of Caribbean interest, ie, about the Caribbean or written by Caribbean
authors. Reviews may be of novels and poetry collections, films,
plays, biographies and memoirs, books about history, art, culture,
politics, and current affairs. Reviews must be written with
intelligence and vigour for non-academic, non-specialist readers. In addition, the CRB also includes original new works of fiction, poetry and essays about Caribbean literature and culture. ENERGY Caribbean
ENERGY Caribbean is the only magazine of its kind covering the Caribbean energy scene. Core content is provided by veteran energy journalist, David Renwick. We are interested in well-researched and insightful pieces from diverse perspectives, whether it be on renewable energy sources, energy issues as they impact on Caribbean communities and society, or consumer issues.
Trinidad & Tobago Business Guide
TTBG's business coverage is focused, factual, unbiased, and reader friendly. TTBG welcomes writers who are specialists in business sectors of Trinidad and Tobago, and journalists who specialise in these fields.
Procedure
Most published material is commissioned, often on the basis of a writer's
proposal, though we are happy to look at on-spec material without commitment,
particularly if it is well illustrated. Writers we have not dealt with before
are asked to submit "on spec" on the first occasion. It is always best
to check before spending time writing copy.
Deadlines
Copy deadlines vary depending on the publication, but are usually 4-10 weeks before publication.
Payment
Our standard rate is TT$1 per word. No fees are paid for promotional material.
Photographs
Additional fees are paid where the author supplies photographs to accompany
written material. Pictures must be colour transparencies or prints of high quality; or 300 dpi (9x12") for digital submissions.
Fees vary according to published size. All our publications depend heavily on good pictures,
and buy stock material and commissioned photography as necessary.
Editing
All material is subject to editing changes at the editor's sole discretion.
Major changes or rewrites will normally be discussed with the author. Where
extensive editing or rewriting is required, each magazine reserves the right
to make adjustments to the author's fee.
Terms and Conditions
Please read the Terms and Conditions
for contributors.
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