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Writing for military magazines

Enthusiasts who pitch fresh topics are welcome contributors to this popular niche

By Roy Stevenson
Published: May 5, 2010
My first published articles were about one of my passions—anything military-related. Since then, I’ve had more than 60 military stories appear in 20 magazines and newspapers in the U.S., U.K. and New Zealand. So far, every military story I’ve pitched has been picked up, and I’ve resold many of them, often in other countries. This success has led to a regular column for Military magazine, which has further enhanced my credibility in this genre.

Popular movies including Saving Private Ryan and Flags of Our Fathers as well as the miniseries Band of Brothers have reignited interest in military stories, and you’d be amazed at how large and varied the military-literature field is. I have a staggering 87 military magazines on my pitch list!

Additionally, many nonmilitary magazines will take military stories occasionally.
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