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Utne Reader 9

About

Utne Reader is a digest of the new ideas and fresh perspectives percolating in arts, culture, politics, and spirituality. The mission behind every issue of Utne Reader is to start meaningful conversations that transcend traditional labels, biases, and stereotypes; conversations that demonstrate there’s still plenty of room for all of us to grow, to be educated … to be cured of ignorance. Every issue of Utne Reader provides viewpoints from various sources to engage and inform you with what world leaders and common people are doing to address some of the biggest issues facing the planet, and how we as a society are reacting, or should be.

Important: Reprints only. They do not accept queries for original pieces.

Country of Publication & Year Established

United States Established in 1984

Publication Medium & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequency.

Nonfiction Temp Closed

Audience:
Open to a broad Audience.
Styles:
Open to all/most Styles, including: Humorous, Mainstream, Personal.
Topics:
Politics/Political Science, Religion/Spirituality (Spirituality), Society/Culture.
Types/Lengths:
TypeLength Details
Article Article150 - 3,750 words.
Essay Essay150 - 3,750 words.
Payscale:
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Unknown payment Unknown payment.
Submissions:
ElectronicPostalReprintsSimultaneousMedia
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Dates

Last Updated: 24 Apr 2023
Last Checked: 23 May 2023 We check each active listing's guidelines page for changes once a month (if compliant).
Last Audited: 12 Apr 2023 We audit each active listing twice a year.
Date Added: 24 Apr 2019

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