What we accept
- Original essays that add insight or move an idea on.
- Respectful, well-structured writing (≈500+ words).
- Up to 3 tags per essay.
- A featured image (max 1.5 MB).
Linking your essay
Use relationships to show how your piece fits:
- Relates to – you discuss or reference another essay.
- Rebuts – you challenge or disagree with it.
- Extends – you build on or expand it.
Author & verification
- Email verification is required.
- Display name and a short bio (optional).
Review & publishing (light-touch)
- Every submission is created as a draft.
- We do a minimal check: fields completed, links working, images are uploaded, relationships sensible, and that it isn’t spam/abusive.
- We don’t line-edit or rewrite. If something’s unclear or missing, we may nudge you to fix it.
- Once approved, your essay is published and you are notified via e-mail.
Guidelines
- Be original; cite where needed.
- Engage ideas, not people.
- Keep it readable; headings help.
Ready?
- Click Submit an Essay to begin
- Verify your email address
- Fill out the essay details and content
- Link any related essays
- Submit for review
Questions?
If you have any questions about the submission process or need assistance, please tweet at essayforessay.