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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q:  Are there Writer's Guidelines for me to follow? 

A:  Yes.  Here they are:

  1. Submit writing, photos or artwork which exemplify spiritual fitness. 

  2. Please do not email your stories in file attachments which have not been virus-checked. MS Word for PC and text files are acceptable file attachments. You may also copy and paste your text in the body of your email.

  3. 1000 words maximum per article please.  

  4. Original, first person stories are preferred. Articles which primarily market your books, services or events will not be published. However, you may briefly mention these items in your biography and/or include a web site link for more information.

  5. Include an author biography.

  6. Include your photo, preferably a clear head-shot, no larger than 250x250 pixels saved at 72dpi. Include photo copyright information as appropriate.

  7. Optionally, include background information about each piece you are submitting to be included on the "More About..." page.  

  8. Include copyright and book ordering information if appropriate.

  9. Photo specifications are listed below in the Digital Content section.
     

Q:  I can't stay connected to the Internet long enough for me to type in my entire story.  Help!

A:  Write your story in your favorite word processor.  When you're finished, copy the text and paste it to the "Story Content" field on this form.  Or, email your story to us.

Q: I have a great experience to share but I'm questioning my ability to write.  Do you accept stories from amateur writers?

A:  Yes, of course!  Do your best, including the important details and spiritual feeling of the piece.  We highly encourage writing from non-published writers or amateurs.  This site is NOT primarily a writers' webzine for published authors.   However, our editors may tweak your submission before publication.  You will have the opportunity to approve the final version before publication.

Q: I submitted my story but, it hasn't been published.  Why?

A:  As the site grows, not all stories will be published and the editors have the right to refuse any stories which they feel are not appropriate for publication. Only a handful of stories will be selected and edited for each issue.  Please know that we appreciate EVERY story submitted to us!

Q:  I don't understand the information provided under Digital Content section.  I have photos but, they're not digital.  How can I get them to you?

A:  Unfortunately, we do not provide digitizing services for you. We only provide digital services at our Port Angeles office, but there is a nominal fee.  

Q: Where can I mail a review copy of my book?

A: Here is the address:

SpirituallyFit.com
c/o Amelia Andaleon, Chief Editor
136 E. 8th, #185
Port Angeles, WA  98362   USA

Q: I'm having problems with this form. Help!

A: Simply email us your story rather than struggling with this form.

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Guidelines:  1000 words or less please. Ideally, your story should be no more than 1 page long if printed on letter size paper.  If your story is selected and is longer than our standard length, you may be asked to re-submit a shortened version or your submission may be rejected.   Edited stories will be reviewed with the author before publication.

Email submissions: If you choose to email your story, please send as TEXT or MS Word for PC documents only.  

Please virus-check your attachments before emailing them to us.  Attachments containing viruses will be automatically deleted. 

In the box below just indicate that your story will be sent via email.  You must email your story content within a week of submitting this form.

Do you have photos or images to accompany your story and/or bio?  Email your digital images to us using the specifications listed below and describe the photos that you will be emailing us in the box below.  You may also provide FTP information for us to access your photos if you have that capability.  You must email your digital images within a week of submitting this form.

IMAGE SPECIFICATIONS: 

  • 2 images maximum (one per story, one per bio)

  • 72dpi

  • 20k maximum file size per image.

  • jpg or gif formats only please

  • Photo for your bio should be a clear head-shot, preferably sized at 150x150 pixels.

If we use your images we may size and crop your photos to fit your story/bio.

Provide file names and describe your digital images below