Editorial Guidelines for Article Submissions
to Fresh Starts Registry

Fresh Starts Registry Article Editorial Guidelines

Welcome to the Fresh Starts Registry! We aim to provide empowering, supportive, and practical content for individuals navigating major life transitions. Whether you’re a coach, therapist, expert, or someone with a personal story to share, we welcome your contributions. Please follow these guidelines to ensure consistency and quality in our content.

1. Content Focus

Our blog is dedicated to topics that support individuals undergoing life changes, such as:

  • Divorce and relationship transitions

  • Career changes and professional reinvention

  • Moving to a new city or starting fresh

  • Mental health and emotional well-being

  • Personal growth and self-care

  • Parenting and family dynamics post-transition

  • Financial stability during life shifts

2. Tone and Style

  • Maintain an empathetic, encouraging, and positive tone.

  • Write in a conversational yet informative manner—approachable, not overly formal.

  • Avoid jargon; use clear and accessible language.

  • Keep articles engaging and solution-oriented—provide actionable advice and insights.

3. Article Structure

  • Length: 500–800 words (exceptions may apply for in-depth pieces).

  • Format: Use subheadings, bullet points, and short paragraphs to enhance readability.

  • Sources: If citing statistics or expert opinions, include reputable sources.

  • Call to Action: End with an encouraging takeaway or next step for readers.

4. Author Expertise & Personal Stories

  • Experts (coaches, therapists, financial advisors, etc.) should provide insights backed by experience and research.

  • Personal narratives should focus on growth and resilience, offering hope and guidance.

  • We encourage authenticity—real stories resonate deeply with our audience.

5. Submission Guidelines

  • Articles must be original and unpublished elsewhere.

  • Provide a brief author bio (50–100 words) with links to your website or social media.

  • Attach high-quality images (if applicable) with proper credits.

  • Proofread for grammar and clarity before submission.

6. Editorial Process

  • Our editorial team may edit for clarity, tone, and length.

  • We may suggest revisions before publication.

  • Not all submissions will be published, but we appreciate all contributions.

7. Publication Fees

  • Basic Sponsored Post: $250.00

    • 3 backlinks

    • No specific promotion

  • Standard Sponsored Post: $350.00

    • Includes 5 backlinks

    • Featured in the Featured Article section

    • Light social media promotion (3 story posts)

  • Premium Sponsored Post: $500.00

    • Includes 5 backlinks

    • Premium promotion (1 static Instagram & Facebook post, 3 story posts)

    • Featured in the Featured Article section

  • Optional Fees:

    • Expedited Publishing: $150.00

      • Push to publish in 48 hours

    • Newsletter Feature: $350.00

      • Get feature in our newsletter which goes out to over 4,000 and has a 56% open rate

      • Feature includes: excerpt, title, image of Fresh Start’s choice, link to article on Fresh Start’s website and attribution to the author

8. Payment & Refund Policy

  • Payment is required in full before an article is edited or published.

  • There will be no refunds for articles that have been published or for submissions that the author later decides not to publish.

  • If Fresh Starts Registry decides not to publish an article, we will refund all but $50 of the submission fee to cover administrative and review costs.

9. How to Submit

  • Send your article as a Google Doc or Word file to submissions@freshstartsregistry.com.

  • Subject line: “Article Submission – [Your Topic]”

  • Expect a response within 2–3 weeks.

We appreciate your interest in contributing to Fresh Starts Registry! Together, we can support and uplift those starting anew.