Write for Us
We’re always on the lookout for fresh voices and new perspectives. If you’ve got an idea that challenges our readers or moves the industry forward, we want to hear from you. You don’t need to come up with the next big thing in web design—just bring us a new angle on a topic that you’re passionate about.
However, writing for us isn’t a walk in the park. We’ll work with you to ensure your article is as strong as it can be. After your submission is accepted, our team will provide in-depth feedback, and you’ll collaborate closely with an editor to fine-tune your piece.
But the effort is worth it. Your article will be read by thousands of peers—along with potential employers, clients, or publishers—and you’ll gain valuable insights into your writing, your ideas, and the topics you thought you already knew well.
What We’re Looking For
You can send us a rough draft, a partial piece, or even a short pitch (1-2 paragraphs summarizing your argument and its relevance to our audience), accompanied by an outline. The more complete your submission, the better the feedback we can give. We typically only accept original work—meaning it hasn’t been published anywhere else (including your own blog)—but in some cases, we may publish content that’s already been shared elsewhere, with your permission and a link back to the original.
Please note: We’re not interested in press releases or sales pitches. They won’t make it past our team.
Before submitting, check out our style guide and recent articles to get a sense of our tone and structure. Make sure your submission:
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Presents a clear thesis and argument—not just a list of tips.
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Has a strong voice—be bold, human, and engaging.
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Is aimed at an audience of designers, developers, content strategists, or similar professionals.
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Is supported by well-researched arguments, not just opinions. Fact-check, and cite sources when relevant.
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Follows our style guide.
For writing tips, read “Writing is Thinking” and check out “So You Want to Write an Article?” to avoid common mistakes in submissions.
What We Publish
We publish articles between 600 and 2,500 words, depending on the complexity of the topic. The average length is around 1,500 words. Articles may feature custom illustrations and vary in tone—from casual posts and tutorials to more structured and rigorous content. All of our pieces are thoughtful explorations of current and emerging topics in the web industry.
How to Submit (And What Happens Next)
Email your submission to us. Google Docs are preferred because they allow for easy editing and feedback. You may also submit plain text, Markdown, or a link to an HTML file (no ZIP files unless requested).
Here’s the process once you hit “Send”:
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An editor will review your submission to see if it’s a potential fit.
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If we’re interested, the entire team will review it, usually once a week.
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You’ll receive feedback and suggestions for improvement. (We rarely accept an article on the first round, but we’ll let you know if we’re interested.)
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After addressing the feedback, you’ll send the revised draft. The team will review it again and let you know if we’re ready to accept it.
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If your article is accepted, you’ll work with an editor on organization, style, and argumentation.
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We’ll schedule your article for publication as soon as the revisions are complete. While we can’t give you an exact publication date, we’ll keep you updated as it nears completion.
How to Submit:
Please email your guest post along with your author bio and a high-quality image (if applicable) to info@nicknamesfor.org. We will review your submission and get back to you within 5–7 business days.
We look forward to reading your submission!