Canticle Magazine, a bi-monthly publication of Women of Grace®, is the only journal dedicated solely to the woman’s vocation within the Church. Understanding that the feminine vocation is to be found most fully in the image of Holy Mother Church herself, Canticle endeavors to combine the supernatural realities of living in an incarnational world with practical and accessible material that recognizes the challenges of our day and time.
We welcome submissions that reflect a solid and mature grasp of authentic Catholic faith. Write in a tone that is positive and respectful, recognizing that the Holy Spirit guides the Church and provides numerous legitimate charisms to help her members grow in holiness.
We strongly recommend subscribing to Canticle, or at least reading the most current issue, prior to submitting an article. In addition, writers must read and follow carefully the "general guidelines" below.
- For Issue theme list, click here.
- Note: Ideas keyed to theme list must be queried four-to-six months in advance.
- For general submission guidelines, click here.
- For information about submitting a feature article, click here.
- For information about submitting a column, click here.
- To subscribe to Canticle, click here.
Feature articles of varying lengths, not to exceed 1,500 words each:
Examples include seasonal features, interviews, practical Christian living, biographical reflections on women saints that shed fresh light on the feminine vocation, and reflections on an aspect of Church teaching that is especially relevant to faithful Catholic women. We pay up to $150 for assigned articles; unsolicited articles pay less, depending on the level of reworking needed and whether the author has worked with us in the past. (Current subscribers preferred.)
For sample articles, click on titles below.
Columns (700-750 words each): Although many of our columns are assigned, the italicized columns remain open for submissions. We pay $75 for assigned columns; unsolicited columns may be compensated at a lower rate. (Current subscribers preferred.)
- Ask the Doctor/Ask the Counselor (questions accepted)
- Ask Father/Ask the Canon Lawyer (questions accepted)
- Body and Soul (beauty and health)
- Cooking with Grace (500 words with photo). For a sample column, click here.
- Facilitator’s Corner/Women of Grace. For sample of Facilitator Corner interview, click here.
- Global Watch
- Media Moments
- Solitary Genius. (experiences of unmarried women in the Church, single, religious, and widowed). For a sample column, click here.
- Gracious Living (This column celebrates the fine are to civility, etiquette, manners, etc.)
- Navigating the New Age (presents a popular New Age trend and explains why it is not compatible with Christianity)
- Culture Watch (takes a critical look at a cultural movement or trend such as single parenting, same sex marriage, stem cell research, etc.
- Your Domestic Church
Although we do not pay for fillers, contributors will receive a free copy of the magazine in which their submission appears. (This category is the best place for writers previously unpublished by Canticle to get a foot in the door!) Examples include short, humorous anecdotes about living the faith within your vacation, or practical sidebars with tips on various aspects of authentic feminine life (from motherhood to single life to ministry).
If filler material is reprinted, indicate where and when the article first appeared in query letter. We do not accept reprints for columns or features.
Electronic submissions strongly preferred.
All submissions should include a cover letter (or query letter) with the following information at the top: Name, address, e-mail address, phone number, title of article, word count, and rights available (first North American preferred). Ideas keyed to theme list must be queried six months in advance.
Include a one-paragraph summary of article (Who is it for? What is the intended “take-away” for readers? How is this idea unique, and how are you uniquely qualified to write it?)
Short bio (1-2 sentences) that may be used if we select your article for publication.
Please also note if artwork or photography is available. Photos must be high-resolution files (300 dpi). JPG files must not be compressed below maximum quality 10-12.
We prefer the Revised Standard Version (RSV, Catholic Edition) or New American Bible (NAB) when Scripture is quoted. All Catechism and Bible quotes should be double-checked for accuracy and include standard abbreviated citations (e.g. Ps 39:2; CCC #245).
Send submissions to articles@canticlemagazine.com with the following in subject line: Author’s last name, type of article, intended issue, and word count. (E.G., Saxton, “Tea with the Girls,” feature for May issue, 1235 words) Except for accepted submissions submitted in final form, which should take the form of a Word attachment, all queries and articles should be pasted into a message.
Paper submissions should include an SASE with postage sufficient to return manuscript (if you want it returned) or standard first class postage (if only a response is desired) and sent to: Editor, Canticle Magazine, 325 Scarlet Blvd, Oldsmar FL 34677.
If article is accepted for publication, you will be required to submit the final draft of your article electronically in a format compatible with Word for Windows 2000.
If you have not already done so, please subscribe to Canticle to keep abreast of our current needs. Thank you for your interest!
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