The Divorce Magazine Publishing Style Guidelines

To help us publish your post efficiently, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Length

• Recommended length: 500 to 1200 words.
• For in-depth topics, we may accept longer submissions.

Content Tone & Audience

• Tone: Use an informal, conversational tone that’s easy to read and understand.
• Audience: Cater to individuals navigating separation/divorce or those seeking legal or emotional guidance.

SEO Optimisation

• Title: Craft titles with SEO in mind, focussing on what readers might search for. Use keywords naturally and make sure the title captures the article’s main focus.
• Capitalisation: Capitalise the first letter of each major word (nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs). Example: “How to Navigate Co-Parenting After Divorce” or “Financial Planning Is Crucial During Separation.”
• Keyword Integration: Incorporate relevant primary and secondary keywords naturally within the title, subheadings, and throughout the content.

Formatting

• Subheadings: Break up text with subheadings for improved readability. Subheadings should be placed every 300-400 words.
• Lists: Use bullet points or numbered lists for easy scanning.
• Blockquotes: Use blockquotes for excerpts or dialogues.
• Italics: Italicise the titles of books, movies, newspapers, magazines, TV shows, and plays.

Multimedia Integration

• Images: Feel free to provide royalty-free images or relevant graphics to enhance your article. Please ensure the images are high-quality, provide credits to the creator and include captions where appropriate.
• Video/Audio Content: You may embed relevant multimedia content (e.g., videos, podcasts) to support your article. Ensure you have proper usage rights.

What to Include with Your Submission

For your first submission, please provide:

• A professional photo of yourself – preferably a headshot
• Your name, job title, and firm you work for, so we can set up your contributor profile
• A brief biography including your work, relevant experience, and contact information
• Links to your professional social media profiles

If you have published an article on our platform before, feel free please include links to your articles.

Content Best Practices

• Ensure your content is informative and engaging for the audience. Avoid overly promotional or advertorial content.
• Citing sources: If referencing legal facts, statistics, or studies, please provide credible sources and include external links where appropriate. Hyperlink to reputable sources only (e.g., government sites, academic publications).

Legal Disclaimer

• Articles should not provide specific legal advice unless you are authorised to do so. If offering legal perspectives, please include a disclaimer stating that the content is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice.

Inclusivity & Sensitivity

• Use inclusive language, avoiding assumptions about gender roles, cultural background, or family structures.
• Maintain a sensitive tone toward the emotional journey that divorce entails, ensuring respectful and supportive language throughout.

Promoting Your Posts

• Social Media: Share your published posts on your personal social media platforms. We encourage you to use the hashtag #TDM and tag our official social media accounts.
• Email Newsletters: If you have an email list, share the article with your subscribers.
• Engage with Readers: Encourage discussion by responding to comments and engaging with your readers after publication.
• Collaborations: Consider reaching out to relevant influencers, divorce professionals, or bloggers who may be interested in your content.

Important Notes

• Submission timeline: We try not to provide strict deadlines for our contributors however, our editors can sometimes be very busy. Please submit your articles at least two weeks before the intended publication date to guarantee a slot.
• Review process: Once submitted, our editorial team will review your post and respond within five business days.
• Post-publication: Once published, articles cannot be removed to maintain link integrity. We reserve the right to edit submissions for clarity, style, and adherence to these guidelines.

By following these guidelines, you’ll help ensure your content resonates with our audience and maintains the quality standards of The Divorce Magazine.