Warren Magazine Submission Guidelines

Welcome to Warren Magazine's submission guidelines page! We are thrilled you are considering contributing to our community-driven publication dedicated to enriching the tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) landscape. Below you will find detailed information about what we look for, how to prepare your submission, and the process to submit your work. Please read these guidelines carefully to ensure the best chance of your work being featured in one of our upcoming issues.

Content Types We Accept

We are looking for original, engaging content that can enhance the TTRPG experience in the following categories:

• Adventures and Quests: Detailed modules that provide exciting and dynamic gameplay experiences.
• Playable Races and Classes: Innovative concepts for new races and classes that add unique flavor to any TTRPG session.
• Magic Items and Spells: Original magic items and spells with unique effects and balanced mechanics.
• Maps and Locations: Artfully crafted maps and richly detailed locations that inspire adventure.
• Articles and Essays: Well-researched and thoughtful essays on TTRPG history, strategy, design philosophy, and community.

Submission Requirements

• Formatting: Submissions must be in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF format. Use a readable, standard font size 12, double-spaced.
• Word Count: Depending on the category:
• Adventures: 2,000 - 5,000 words
• Races/Classes/Backgrounds: 500 - 1,500 words
• Magic Items/Spells: 200 - 500 words per item/spell
• Creatures/Monsters: Include a 200-500 word description
• Articles/Essays: 1,000 - 3,000 words
• Language: Submissions must be in English and adhere to high standards of grammar and spelling.
• Originality: All submissions must be original work that you own the rights to. Please disclose if your work has been published or submitted elsewhere.
• Images: If you are including images (especially for maps or location guides), they must be high resolution and you must own or have permission to use them.

How to Submit

• Prepare Your Submission: Ensure your submission meets all the outlined requirements.
• Cover Letter: Include a cover letter with your submission. Provide your name, contact information, a brief biography, and a short description of your submission.
• Submission Email: Send your submissions to harvey@wererabbitpress.com. Attach your documents and any images as separate files. Title your email "Submission: [Your Submission Title]".
• Acknowledgment: You will receive an email acknowledgment upon receipt of your submission. We aim to review submissions within 1-2 weeks and will contact you if your work is selected for publication.

Rights and Compensation

• Rights: If your submission is accepted, we require exclusive publication rights for one year from the date of publication and non-exclusive rights thereafter.
• Compensation: Contributors whose work is published will receive compensation according to our profit-sharing model. Details will be specified in the acceptance communication.

Tips for Success

• Be creative, but keep your designs and narratives accessible and engaging.
• Ensure your contributions are thoroughly tested and balanced.
• Align your submissions with the thematic focus of our upcoming issue if specified.

We look forward to seeing your creative ideas and contributions! Your work could inspire countless gamers to explore new realms and experience new adventures. Thank you for choosing to be a part of Warren Magazine.