Quick answer: To write for us at CarmanNews.co is to contribute a news explainer or analysis piece for our general-interest readers. We welcome a guest post from journalists, subject specialists and thoughtful writers who can inform clearly. Pitches are reviewed on merit against our editorial standards; there is no payment for placement. Send your pitch to begin.
Key takeaways
- What it is: an invitation to write for us with a news explainer, analysis or reported feature.
- Who we want: journalists, specialists and clear writers with genuine expertise or reporting.
- How to apply: pitch an idea first via our contact page — do not send a finished draft cold.
- Standards: original, accurate, sourced and free of undisclosed promotion.
- Note: a guest post is editorial, decided on merit, and is not an advertising product.
What we publish
CarmanNews.co publishes news explainers, context pieces and measured analysis that help a general audience understand what is happening and why it matters. The best contributions take a topic our readers are already asking about and make it clearer: the background, the competing views, the practical implications. We are less interested in hot takes than in pieces that leave the reader better informed. If you can explain a complex subject in plain English, this is the place for a guest post.
We value contributors who bring something we could not easily produce ourselves — first-hand expertise, on-the-ground reporting, or a specialist’s ability to cut through confusion. A good rule of thumb is to ask whether your piece would still be worth reading with no promotional angle at all. If the answer is yes, it is likely a fit; if the only reason to publish it would be to mention a product or company, it is not. We are building a resource readers return to, so every contribution needs to earn its place on its own merits.
Topics we welcome
- Explainers on current events, policy and everyday questions in the news.
- Analysis that adds genuine expertise or first-hand knowledge.
- Reported features with original interviews or research.
- Practical guides tied to things readers actually need to decide or do.
We avoid thinly disguised promotion, recycled content and anything outside a general-news remit. When in doubt, pitch the idea and we will tell you if it fits.
What we do not accept
To keep the bar high for everyone who wants to write for us, we decline promotional articles dressed up as journalism, AI-spun or plagiarised copy, pieces created solely to place a commercial link, and content with undisclosed conflicts of interest. We do not sell undisclosed or disguised paid links inside contributed articles; if your aim is to promote a brand, our sponsored content and advertising options are the honest route, and they are clearly labelled.
Editorial standards for a guest post
Every contribution must be original and previously unpublished, factually accurate, and sourced with links or references to primary material where claims are made. Quotes must be real and attributed. Any relationship you have with a company or product mentioned must be disclosed to us up front. We edit for accuracy, clarity, house style and length, and we may ask for revisions before a piece runs. Our full expectations are set out in our editorial guidelines.
How to pitch
- Read a few recent pieces to understand our tone and level.
- Send a short pitch — two or three sentences on your angle, why it matters now and why you are the person to write it — via our contact page or [email protected].
- Include your background and links to previous work, if you have them.
- Wait for a go-ahead before writing the full draft, so we can agree the angle and length.
Pitching the idea first saves everyone time and gives your guest post the best chance of acceptance.
Style and formatting
We favour clear, plain English over jargon, and structure over sprawl. A strong contribution opens with the point, uses short paragraphs and informative subheadings, and supports claims with links to primary sources. Explain specialist terms the first time you use them, attribute every quote, and prefer concrete examples to abstraction. We write in British spelling and a measured, trustworthy tone — informative rather than breathless. If you are proposing a practical guide or explainer, think about the questions a reader would actually ask and answer them in a logical order. We will handle final house-style formatting, but a well-organised draft moves through editing far more quickly.
What contributors get
Accepted writers receive a byline and, where appropriate, a short author bio linking to their professional profile, plus the reach of our general-news audience. Contributing is a way to build your reputation and share expertise with readers who value clear explanation. We are transparent that this is the value on offer: a place to write for us and be read, not a paid placement service.
For subject specialists, appearing alongside our journalism is a credible way to demonstrate expertise to a wider public than a niche outlet reaches. For working writers, it is a portfolio piece with a named byline on an independent publication. We treat contributors as colleagues: we edit with care rather than heavily rewriting, we consult you on significant changes where time allows, and we credit your work clearly. What we ask in return is the same standard we hold ourselves to — accuracy, originality and a genuine desire to inform the reader.
Our review process
After you pitch, an editor reviews the idea for fit, originality and timeliness. If we commission it, we agree a deadline and word count, then edit the delivered draft for accuracy and clarity. Not every pitch is accepted, and acceptance of a pitch is not a guarantee the final piece will run if it does not meet our standards. We aim to respond to serious pitches promptly.
CarmanNews.co is an independent news and explainer publication with a named editorial team and published editorial guidelines. You can learn more about us and see our contributors and staff on the team page. Contributed articles are editorial and kept separate from our commercial work; any paid or company-supplied content is disclosed in line with our advertising disclosure and the FTC endorsement guidelines. Our coverage is never for sale.
Guest post topics we accept
We welcome news guest posts and contributor articles from writers with genuine expertise. Popular topics for a news guest post on CarmanNews.co include:
- politics
- business
- world news
- current affairs
- explainers
If your idea is a strong fit for our readers and is not already covered, we would like to hear it.
Guest post guidelines
To keep quality high, every news guest post must be original and unpublished, accurate and well-sourced, genuinely useful rather than promotional, and written in clear language. We edit accepted drafts to our standard and may add or adjust links for relevance. Purely promotional pieces are welcome too, but they run as clearly labelled sponsored content, not as an editorial guest post.
How to submit a guest post
- Read these guest post guidelines and check we cover your topic.
- Send a short pitch — working title, angle, why it helps our readers, and a line on your background — via our contact page.
- On approval, send the draft; we review it for accuracy and fit.
- We edit, schedule and publish, crediting you as a guest author.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write for CarmanNews.co?
Pitch a short idea via our contact page or [email protected] before writing a full draft. An editor will review it for fit.
Do you pay for a guest post?
Contributions are editorial and unpaid; you receive a byline and reach. Paid promotion is handled through our advertising and sponsored content options instead.
Can I include a link to my website?
Relevant, useful references are fine at our editors’ discretion, but we do not sell undisclosed or disguised paid links, and pieces created only to place a link are declined.
What length should my article be?
We agree word count when we commission a piece, based on the topic. Most explainers and features fall in a standard feature range.
What topics do you accept?
News explainers, analysis, reported features and practical guides for a general audience. Promotional or off-remit topics are declined.
Do you accept AI-generated articles?
We require original, human-authored work you can stand behind. Spun or plagiarised copy is not accepted.
How long does review take?
We aim to respond to serious pitches promptly; timing depends on our editorial schedule.
Will you edit my piece?
Yes. We edit for accuracy, clarity, style and length, and may request revisions before publication.
Do you accept news guest posts?
Yes — original, expert news contributions that genuinely help readers. Pitch first via our contact page; promotional pieces run as clearly labelled sponsored content, not editorial.
What are your news write for us guidelines?
Original, accurate, non-promotional writing edited to our standards. Send a short outline and a line on your background to pitch.
How do I submit a guest post to CarmanNews.co?
Send a short pitch via our contact page with your working title, angle and background. We reply to news guest post ideas that fit our readers.
Do you accept news guest bloggers and contributors?
Yes — we accept news guest bloggers and contributing writers with real expertise. Become a contributor by pitching an original, non-promotional idea first.
What are your news guest post guidelines?
Original, accurate, well-sourced and genuinely useful writing, edited to our standard. Promotional pieces run as clearly labelled sponsored content.
What news topics can I write about?
We accept guest posts across politics, business, world news, current affairs, explainers and related news subjects. Pitch a specific, fresh angle.
Do you accept sponsored or paid guest posts?
Editorial guest posts are unpaid and earn a byline. Paid promotion is welcome as clearly disclosed sponsored content — ask about options.