EP 13: How to find the right publications to pitch

<p>You've got a story. You've done the research. You've even downloaded the submission guidelines. So why does finding the right home for your pitch still feel like throwing darts in the dark?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I'm digging into the single biggest mistake I see travel writers make when it comes to matching a story to a publication.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Why downloading guidelines and skimming a website for an hour isn't enough</li><li>The real difference between how print and online sections work - and why that trips so many writers up</li><li>How to read a publication like a map</li><li>My cheat sheet system for staying familiar with the outlets I pitch</li><li>Why you only need 4-6 publications to build a real pitching strategy (not 300)</li><li>What to do when a publication has no submission guidelines at all</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Love the show? Share it with a fellow writer or leave a review! </p><p><br></p><p>For more resources, visit <a href="https://www.thefreelancersyear.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thefreelancersyear.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Let's connect! Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thefreelancersyear/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@thefreelancersyear</a></p><p><br></p><p>Happy writing + travelling! - Lindy</p><p></p><p>Love the show? Share it with a fellow writer or leave a review 🙏🏻</p><p><br></p><p>For more resources, visit <a href="https://www.thefreelancersyear.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thefreelancersyear.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Let's connect! Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thefreelancersyear/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@thefreelancersyear</a></p><p><br></p><p>Happy writing + travelling! - Lindy</p>