Insider is calling for personal essay pitches that dive into the chaos, beauty, and absurdity of parenting and relationships. Edited by Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, these essays typically run 500–600 words and pay around $200 — that’s roughly $0.33 to $0.40 per word.

They’re especially looking for stories that touch on:

• Wild au pair experiences (the good, the bad, the weird)
• Unhinged parent behavior at kids’ sports events (drinks, edibles, snack drama)
• Spicy takes on kids’ birthday parties (think: cash gifts, guests paying their own way, etc.)

That said, you’re not limited to these — if you’ve got a raw or refreshing angle on parenting, relationships, or personal life, pitch it.

🧠 How to Pitch:
Send a concise, compelling pitch that outlines your story idea, your personal connection to it, and why now’s the time to tell it. No need to send a full draft — just the angle and why it matters.

📬 Email: jgoldblatt@businessinsider.com
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