How to Pitch: Sunset

Shoot for one-page travel stories that wow West coast readers with fantastic facts and unsual storylines with this North California magazine. What to pitch: new writers would best start with one-page travel and regional stories before graduating to features. Travel and garden pitches are the easiest sell. What not to pitch: Food stories are generally staff-written. Also, avoid pitching unspecific ideas on iconic Western attractions such as Yosemite. Get many more details here.

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