Submission Guidelines

 DefianceDaily.com Editorial Submission Guidelines

1. Publishing Rights:

  •  Authors retain copyright but must provide exclusive publishing rights to DefianceDaily.com.
  •  Op-Eds cannot be published elsewhere. Violation will result in removal and a ban on future submissions.

2. Topics:

  • Must align with our keywords/topics at DefianceDaily.com or be relevant to current events and our Defiance brand.

3. Author Profile:

  • Provide a short (under 200 words) byline that establishes your expertise/experience on the topic and also links to your published book with Defiance Press.
  • Include a professional-looking headshot (no beach pics).
  • Include links to your author social accounts.

4. Disclosure:

  • Disclose any conflicts of interest regarding the subject matter.

5. Frequency:

  • Authors who commit to at least one Op-Ed monthly will receive publishing preference. All others will be published on a space-available basis.

6. Content Requirements:

  • Op-Eds must be less than 1000 words.
  • Check for spelling and grammar using MS Word.
  • All submissions must be in MS Word format.
  • All sources must be cited with hyperlinks.
  • Offer a fresh take on the issue, even on well-worn topics.
  • Provide a strong argument and clearly state your position with evidence and reasoning.
  • Writing must be clear and concise for the general public to understand.
  • Avoid passive voice. Use strong verbs and vivid language.

7. Compliance:

  • All Submissions must be emailed to [email protected] for initial approval.
  • Approvals will be granted/published at the publisher’s discretion. Specific dates may not be requested and are not guaranteed.
  • Submissions that do not adhere to these guidelines will be declined.