Treasure Valley Family Submission Guidelines

Writer's GuidelinesPublishers of Treasure Valley Family Magazine, Treasure Valley Family Resources (an annual directory-December),  and Treasure Valley Baby (annual edition--June) Treasure Valley Family Magazine is a free, parenting and family magazine with an audited monthly circulation of over 20,000 and a readership of nearly 42,000. Our circulation in Boise, Meridian, Eagle and Nampa Idaho and outlying communities includes over 500 distribution sites. The Magazine premiered in October 1993. FM&M. is a member of Parenting Publications of America (www.parentingpublications.org). Our editorial content is focused toward parents with children ages 12 and younger. We look for pieces covering education, parental involvement, family fun, issues concerning local parents, informative reporting, crafts, family excursions, and health. We are a magazine format. Columns range from 700-900 words; feature pieces 1000-1300 words. Writers are advised to send a query letter with sample clippings if possible. Please include a response card or letter with your submission. If you'd like your submission returned, please enclose a SASE. When submitting your work, please include word count, address, phone number, social security number and a one-sentence byline. Include your fee or pricing. Email your Word Document to, magazine@treasurevalleyfamily.com. We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length and style. For questions on style, please refer to the Associated Press Stylebook. Fees vary upon length, depth of piece and whether it's an original manuscript, assigned, or a reprint. Writers are paid upon publication, by the 15th of the month. Acceptance of a piece is neither a guarantee of publication or publication by a particular date. FM&M purchases first North American serial rights for original manuscripts. In purchasing or assigning a story, we understand we will receive market exclusivity. We follow the National Writers Union recommendation to compensate writers an additional 10 percent for electronic rights when the piece is placed on our website,www.treasurevalleyfamily.com. Effective 1/09 Editorial Calendar & Themes Through its award-winning editorial, Treasure Valley Family Magazine provides families with resources, activities, news, reviews, local events, and information about businesses and services to meet their family's needs and interests. January Special theme: Family Health & Wellness Special guide: Health & Wellness FebruarySpecial theme:  Early Learning Special guide:  Preschools  MarchSpecial theme:  Children's Education Special guide:  Public, Private & Independent Schools AprilSpecial theme:  Summer Camps Special guide:  Day & Residential Camps MaySpecial theme:  Treasure Valley Women Special guide:  Youth Sports JuneSpecial theme:  Summer Events Special guide:  Family Day Trip Map JulySpecial theme:  Fairs & Festivals Special guide:  Child Care AugustSpecial theme:  Back to School Special guide:  After School Activities SeptemberSpecial theme: Classroom Ideas Special guide:  Field Trips OctoberSpecial theme:  Halloween Happenings Special guide:  Fall Harvest Fun NovemberSpecial theme:  Holiday Planning Special guide:  Birthday Parties DecemberSpecial theme:  Winter Holiday Fun Special guide:  Performing & Visual Arts and Winter Fun Map Monthly Columns & Departments Bits & Pieces: Community events, health advice, parenting news, reviews, and more. Family Event Calendar: The area's most comprehensive listing of family classes, activities, programs, events, on-going exhibits, and library story times. Children's Book Nook: Book reviews for toddlers through elementary-age children. Time4Mom: Women's health, news, and support for mom. Family Support: Profile of local agency or non-profit group. Family Day Trip: Quick travel idea for the entire family.