Welcome Writers! Are you interested in writing for us?
You have found the Focus on the Family and Brio editorial teams’ most recent call-for-submissions page, along with where to send each article or pitch. (This does not mean to call Focus on the Family if you have a submission. “Call for Submissions” is the term used in publishing to let you know that submissions are being accepted for specific topics.) If you are new to our publication, you can order a subscription.
We do have a few ongoing writing needs. To find out more about them, scroll to the bottom of this page. If you have an idea that is outside of our call for submissions and want to send us an unsolicited query or article, send it to [email protected].
Topic: Do you have a relevant marriage article that includes true stories and a unique message that will help couples draw closer together in their relationship? No AI. At this time, this call for submissions is only for North American authors.
Word count: Under 400 words
Rights: First, nonexclusive rights
Payment: $125, on acceptance
Due date: Manuscripts are considered on an ongoing basis.
Byline: Yes — whether in print or online
Audience: Married parents with children in the home
Submission: Use the submissions button on this page and put “Attn: FOTF marriage” in the subject line.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted at this time.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to purchase your article. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you at a later date.
Topic: Do you have a parenting article that includes true stories and a unique message that will help Christians parent their children? No AI. At this time, this call for submissions is only for North American authors.
Word count: Under 400 words
Rights: First, nonexclusive rights
Payment: $125, on acceptance
Due date: Manuscripts are considered on an ongoing basis.
Byline: Yes — whether in print or online
Audience: Married parents with children in the home
Submission: Use the submissions button on this page and put “Attn: FOTF parenting” in the subject line.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted at this time.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to purchase your article. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you at a later date.
Topic: What are unique things you do with your grandchildren to celebrate Christmas? How to you implicate the story of Jesus’ birth in your traditions and activities? We are not looking for lectures or object lessons. Instead, we want a hands-on, practical idea that you or someone you know have done and that other grandparents can do. This is not the place for you to refine your voice as an author. No AI. At this time, this call for submissions is only for North American authors.
Word count: 50-200 words
Rights: All rights
Payment: $50, on acceptance
Due date: May 30, 2025
Byline: Yes — whether in print or online
Audience: Grandparents
Submission: Send your articles to [email protected] and put “Attn: Grands Christmas” in the subject line.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted for these short articles. Do not worry about formatting.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to use your article at this time. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you another time.
Topic: Do you have an article that comes alongside teen girls and helps them grow in their identity in Christ, mature or understand a confusing cultural issue? This article would need to start with a personal story, tell your topic and include personal stories for each of your points and insights. No AI. At this time, this call for submissions is only for North American authors.
Word count: Under 900 words
Rights: First, nonexclusive rights
Payment: $150, on acceptance
Due date: Manuscripts are considered on an ongoing basis.
Byline: Yes — whether in print or online
Audience: Teen girls who are Christians; though the range is from 13 to 18, the target for articles is often the 15- or 16-year-old
Submission: Use the submissions button on this page and put “Attn: Brio article submission” in the subject line.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted at this time.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to purchase your article. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you at a later date.
Topic: We are looking for an original and unique PUMPKIN PIE recipe that is easy enough for a teen girl to make. This would need to include what ingredients and supplies are needed to create the recipe, as well as clear, easy steps to complete it. No AI.
Word count: N/A
Rights: First, nonexclusive rights
Payment: $125, on acceptance
Due date: April 18, 2025
Byline: Yes—whether in print or online
Audience: Teen girls who are Christians; though the range is from 13 to 18, the target for articles is often the 15- or 16-year-old.
Submission: Send your recipes to [email protected] and put “Attn: Brio recipe-Faith” in the subject line. We are only accepting submissions from North America at this time.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted at this time.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to purchase your piece. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you at a later date.
Topic: What are unique things you do with your children to celebrate Easter? We are not looking for lectures or object lessons. Instead, we want a hands-on, practical idea that you or someone you know have done and that other parents can do. This is not the place for you to refine your voice as an author. No AI. At this time, this call for submissions is only for North American authors.
Word count: 50-300 words
Rights: All rights
Payment: $50, on acceptance
Due date: September 31, 2025
Byline: Yes — whether in print or online
Audience: Parents of 0-3 year olds, 4-8 year olds and 9-12 year olds. Please only submit one age group.
Submission: Send your articles to [email protected] and put “Attn: Easter” in the subject line.
Format: Include your contact information (name, address, phone) and article within your email. NO ATTACHMENTS are accepted for these short articles. Do not worry about formatting.
Acceptance/Rejection: If an editor has not contacted you within eight weeks of your submission, then we have decided not to use your article at this time. Thank you for submitting it, and we will look forward to working with you another time.
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