Write For Us

Do you have a story, insight, or perspective that could inspire and uplift others? At The Interlude Café, we celebrate the richness of life's nonlinear journeys and champion the power of shared experiences.

We're thrilled to invite guest writers, freelancers, and content creators to join our vibrant community by contributing to our publication. 

This is your chance to connect, engage, and inspire individuals reimagining midlife and beyond as a time of reinvention and growth.

What We’re Looking For

We’re on the lookout for thought-provoking, empowering, and high-quality content that aligns with our mission.

Our readers are curious, driven, and fiercely reject societal stereotypes about aging—they see this phase of life as a gateway to exciting new chapters.

Your contributions should:

1. Align with Our Core Values and Manifesto

Be Empowering and Inspiring: Every piece should reflect our themes of empowerment, reinvention, and community connection.

Check out our Manifesto for more info.

2. Content Should Fall Into One of the Following 7 Categories

We’d love to see work that addresses themes in these key categories:

• Money – Guidance for securing financial stability and building generational wealth.
• Health – Tips for mental, physical, and emotional well-being through nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness.
• Work – Entrepreneurship: How to build, scale, and manage a business with innovative strategies. Careers: Career pivots, growth strategies, or reimagining purpose-driven professional journeys.
• Lifestyle – Advice on living a balanced, fulfilling life through habits, hobbies, and personal growth.
• People & Community – Profiles and perspectives that showcase inspiring individuals or build personal connection. Stories that highlight the value of friendships, shared experiences, and support networks.
• Learning – The role of lifelong education and skills development in personal and professional growth.

3. Provide Valuable and Actionable Insights

Your content should offer readers useful, thought-provoking ideas that inspire action and foster reflection. We want deep dives and strategies—not surface-level advice.

4. Share Personal Experiences

Readers appreciate authenticity. Share vivid anecdotes, unique challenges, or pivotal moments from your life when applicable. Personal storytelling fosters connectivity and draws readers into your narrative.

5. Demonstrate Clear, Engaging Writing

Aim for engaging but polished—think of it as having a deep, meaningful conversation with a friend. Avoid jargon where possible, and keep your writing clear, concise, and accessible.

6. Steer Clear of Self-Promotion and Technical Complexity

This space is for genuine storytelling and expert advice. Refrain from overly promotional content, and always explain technical terms in ways readers without specialist expertise can understand.

Submission Guidelines

Before sending in your article or pitch, take a moment to read our submission guidelines. Following these steps ensures your work meets our standards and resonates with our audience. You may also want to check out our Editorial Process.

Article Length

We typically accept submissions between 800 and 1,200 words to strike the perfect balance of depth and accessibility. 

Originality

Your work must be original and previously unpublished. If your content has been published elsewhere, disclose those details during submission. Articles should remain exclusive to The Interlude Café for 14 days after publication. 

Fact-Checking and Credibility

We deeply value informed storytelling. Ensure your work is supported by credible sources, particularly for topics like health or finance. Contributors are responsible for the accuracy of their submissions.

Style & Language

• Follow APA style guidelines.
• While our audience is global, consistency in spelling is preferred; please use American English throughout your article.
• Use clear, concise language and the Oxford comma.
• Avoid AI-generated content. We’re here to celebrate the authentic human voice and regretfully can’t accept content created by tools like ChatGPT.
• Avoid ageist terms such as "senior" or "elderly," opting for language that reflects human dignity and ageless aspirations.

How to Submit

Submitting your work is simple! Send an email to hello@interludecafe.com with the following details included in your message.

Email Subject

"Article Submission – [Your Article Title]"

Email Body

• A brief introduction, including your name and contact details.
• A short bio (2–3 sentences) with links to your website or social media.
• Attach your article as a Word document (.doc or .docx) or in plain text format.

Once we receive your piece, our team will review it and respond within two to three weeks. If you don’t hear back, feel free to reach out for an update.

Pitching a Story Idea

Not ready to submit a full article? No problem! We welcome pitches that align with our publication’s mission.

Pitching Guideline

• Email your pitch to hello@interludecafe.com with a subject line like "Pitch – [Your Idea Title]."
• Include a 2–3 paragraph summary of your story idea, how it ties to our themes, and why it matters to our readers.
• Share any relevant expertise or experience on the topic.
• Add your bio and contact details.

We’ll respond to pitches within two weeks.

Contributor Benefits

1. Compensation

Contributor payment terms are determined during the article acceptance process. Open to a conversation? Just ask us!

2. Exposure

• Your articles will be featured on our platform and boosted through social media to reach a global audience of like-minded readers.
• Include a bio linking back to your personal platforms.

3. Community Engagement

You’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic community committed to exploring growth, reinvention, and lifelong learning.

Policies and Editorial Process

All submissions undergo review and may be edited for clarity, tone, grammar, and stylistic alignment with our platform.

Ethical Standards

We value integrity and diversity. Contributors must adhere to high standards of accuracy and respect in their submissions, avoiding plagiarism or misrepresented content. 

Editorial Edits

• We reserve the right to modify headlines, subheadings, and body content for engagement and consistency.
• Additional fact-checking may be requested if necessary. 

For more information or help as you prepare your submission, get in touch at hello@interludecafe.com.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Midlife Stories

We’re building a space where diverse experiences and ageless insights come together to inspire, uplift, and empower. Whether you’re ready to share an uncharted life pivot, actionable advice, or personal anecdotes, The Interlude Café welcomes your voice.

Start writing for us today—and together, we’ll redefine and celebrate every interlude of life.