Publication: Insider
Topics: Parenting, Family, Lifestyle, Military Families
Rate: $200–$300 per article
Deadline: Rolling (open pitches)
Editor: Conz Preti (Deputy Editor)
Submit via: Email → cpreti@insider.com

What They’re Looking For:

Insider is seeking personal essays and reported stories on parenting and family life. Conz Preti, Deputy Editor, is especially interested in:

• Unconventional living setups – e.g. living with your best friend and their kids, parents moving in after retirement, or kids skipping dorm life.
• Grandparents – stories about grandparents who are either extremely helpful or the opposite (must be verifiable).
• Military families – essays and features from different perspectives.
• Moving stories – regrets, wins, and life changes from relocating for work, love, or children.

Writers must provide photos and verification documents with submissions.

Resources/Guides:

• How to Pitch Insider
• Writing strong personal essays with a newsworthy hook.
• Insider prefers human-centered, relatable narratives.

How To Get This Client:

If you want to break into parenting and family writing jobs, Insider is one of the best-paying markets. Here’s how to land it:

• Craft a unique, specific story that stands out from generic family essays.
• Provide verifiable details and original photos—Insider takes accuracy seriously.
• Keep your pitch short, clear, and engaging. Lead with the angle, not your bio.

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