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From A Reader: Emails to WhittleTykes seem to be bouncing. They haven’t updated since the January/February issue. We couldn’t get an email through either. So if anyone has any definitive word on WhittleTykes, please drop us a line.

One Stop Shopping for Theme Lists

Children’s writer, Liana Mahoney has a doc file on her website that lists the up-to-date themes for all the children’s magazines. This is a huge help to children’s magazine writers, so I highly recommend checking it out.

St. Mary's Messenger

A Catholic magazine inspired by Highlights. You can view an issue online at the site. They're hoping to launch the magazine this fall.

Chicken Soup Anthologies—3201 SW 15th St., Deerfield Beach FL 33442. "We have many Chicken Soup books in development, and we're always looking for new stories. If you have a story, let us know. Take a look at the list of some of our possible books and see if there's a fit."

Baking With Kids: "A collection of stories and recipes that bring back fond memories and experiences of the baking experiences you had as a young child." Deadline: December 31, 2008.

Christmas Collection: "We are excited to let you know that we plan to do a new Christmas Collection book each year. This series will be a timeless collection of stories that celebrate the magic of the season." Deadline: No date established yet.

Christmas Pet Book: "Many people feel that their pets are a part of their families. Do you have a special holiday story to share with us involving your pet? We would love to have you submit it to us." Deadline: March 31, 2008.

Extraordinary Teen's Soul: "A collection of stories on life, love and learning for teens." Deadline: December 31, 2008.

CENTRAL JERSEY MOMS

A regional parenting magazine (it includes a feature for dads.) I couldn’t find any guidelines on the site and since it’s created by the Courier News and Home News Tribune, they may not be interested in freelance submissions. The co-editors are Lisa Intrabartola and Deirdre Pitney.

ROOTS AND WINGS

Covers the Lunenburg and Queens counties of Nova Scotia.

I love the look of this little bi-monthly parenting magazine, and the writers guidelines are right at the site -- always a bonus. This is a paying market that gives preference to local writers. Allison Rew is editor.

This page last updated on 01 April 2008