Salvo publishes an eclectic range of articles on subjects related to science, sex, and society. What distinguishes our content is its clear treatment of cultural issues from the Judeo-Christian worldview perspective. This often involves systematic deconstruction of false ideologies and philosophies. Articles should be well-researched and logically sound, as well as somewhat timeless in subject matter. Salvo is intended to be a semi-permanent resource; thus, articles that are overly tied to current events will not be accepted.
Salvo welcomes unsolicited submissions. Before submitting an article, please read at least 2-3 past issues of the print magazine or read several articles online to get a good grasp the subjects we address and how we address them.
QUERIES
If you are not sure that an article will work for Salvo, feel free to send a query to [email protected]. The query should give your thesis and describe briefly what it is you will be arguing, how you will develop the argument, and its importance and relevance to Salvo readers.
You may also explain your qualifications for writing on the subject. These need not be academic or official in any way, and they may include personal experiences. An example or two of your writing would help if you have not written for Salvo before (links to articles or blog posts online are fine). Please note that a positive response to a query does not guarantee acceptance of the article to be submitted.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
We will consider an article that has appeared elsewhere if (1) you own the copyright to the article, (2) the readership of the outlet where it first appeared does not overlap with ours, and (3) you are willing to rework the article for our purposes if necessary. All other factors being equal, original submissions are more likely to be accepted.
While we do publish straight book reviews, those are usually assigned to regular authors. If a book is the focus of your article, it is best to use the book as a launchpad for inquiries into a subject with which Salvo is concerned. While we do comment on social movements and trends, we do not take sides in partisan political skirmishes, and we rarely publish articles with a policy focus.
We do not publish scholarly articles or articles that are strictly journalistic, such as those found in a newspaper. We do not publish fiction or poetry, and we do not accept simultaneous submissions.
AUDIENCE
Salvo is a popular magazine aimed at a general readership. Articles should be written for young adults navigating a secular culture. Articles should be informative and engaging. It is fine to be somewhat “cheeky” in tone, and humor is welcome, as are sidebars to help supplement an article’s content.
SUBMISSION
Submissions can range from 600–2500 words. These are not absolutely fixed limits, but a query is wise before you exceed them. Articles in the 1200–1800-word range are more likely to be accepted and more likely to be published soon. Please include a title, subtitle, and subheadings that divide your text into logical sections.
Articles should be submitted as an attached MS Word file by email to [email protected].
All submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter introducing yourself, describing your article, and containing your contact information. Please include a brief biographical note of 50–75 words that could be published with your article specifying your profession or occupation, your latest book or other identifying mark (office in a national organization, for example), and your family (if you wish).
REVIEW
Submissions are reviewed by a diverse group of reviewers, which includes editors and outside readers. You should hear from us within 30 days. If you don’t—and the large number of submissions sometimes slows down the process of reviewing them—feel free to follow up with the editor by email.
Salvo articles are closely edited. Submitting an article indicates agreement to work with the editor in crafting an article in our style and to our standards. This includes such matters as level of vocabulary, clarity of the prose and argument, the value of the evidence, and the tone.
PAYMENT & RIGHTS
Original articles are given an honorarium of twenty cents per published word on publication. Authors receive one contributor copy of the magazine. Salvo buys the right to the first publication of an original article, with the following conditions: that (1) it not appear elsewhere (including websites) for 90 days from the date of publication in Salvo; (2) whenever it is republished elsewhere, the following notice be included with it: “This article first appeared in the _____ issue of Salvo magazine” and for articles republished online, the republication includes a hyperlink back to the original; 3) we retain the right to use without further payment a portion or description of your article with your name in promotional materials; and 4) we retain the right to use your article without further payment in any Salvo anthologies, reprints, or in electronic form. These conditions also apply to reprinted articles that have been reworked for publication in Salvo.