Write for PQR News — Contributor & Guest Post Guidelines

Quick answer: PQR News accepts contributor pitches through our write-for-us programme. We publish clear, accurate explainers and reported pieces that genuinely help readers, give contributors a real byline, and review every submission editorially. We do not accept articles written only to place a link, and we do not sell disguised links inside editorial.

Key takeaways

• Who should pitch: writers, analysts and experts with something useful to explain.
• What we want: original, well-sourced explainers and reported pieces — not promotion.
• Guest post guidelines: read the standards below before you submit a guest post.
• Bylines, not link placement: we credit contributors; we do not run articles purely for links.
• How to become a contributor: pitch through our contact page.

What we publish from contributors

PQR News exists to report the news and then explain it, so the contributions that fit best do the same. Strong pitches take a topic our readers care about and make it genuinely clearer: how something works, why a development matters, what the practical implications are. We welcome first-hand expertise, careful analysis and reported explainers. We are far less interested in generic listicles, rewritten press releases, or thinly disguised marketing for a product or service.

Guest post guidelines

Before you submit a guest post, please make sure it meets these standards:

• Original and unpublished — not posted elsewhere, not spun from existing articles.
• Accurate and sourced — claims backed by credible references a reader can check.
• Useful first — written to inform readers, not to sell.
• Clear structure — a specific headline, logical sections and plain language.
• Disclosed interests — tell us if you have a stake in what you are writing about.

Topics that fit PQR News

Because we are a general news and explainer publication, the door is wider than a single niche, but relevance still matters. Pitches that connect to current developments, that help readers understand a complex subject, or that answer a question people are actually searching for tend to land well. If you are unsure whether your idea fits, send a one-line summary first and we will tell you honestly.

How to become a contributor

1. Send a short pitch — your topic, the angle and why it matters now — via the contact page or partners@pqrnews.com.
2. We respond if it fits, sometimes suggesting a sharper angle.
3. You write to the agreed brief and our guidelines.
4. We edit for accuracy, clarity and style, and may ask for revisions.
5. We publish with your byline once it meets the bar.

Our policy on links

This is where we are deliberately strict. Contributors may include a relevant link where it genuinely helps the reader, and we credit authors properly. What we will not do is publish an article whose real purpose is to place a link, and we do not sell undisclosed or disguised paid links inside editorial content. If your interest is a paid, labelled placement rather than a genuine contribution, the honest route is sponsored content, not the contributor programme.

Editorial review and what to expect

Every accepted piece is edited. That means we may tighten the writing, request sources, correct inaccuracies or ask you to cut promotional language. We aim to be constructive and quick, but the reader comes first, and we will not publish something that does not meet our standards even after edits. If a piece cannot be brought up to standard, we will say so rather than run it.

What we decline

• Content written only to place or sell a link.
• Republished, spun or AI-dumped articles with no original value.
• Undisclosed promotion of a product, service or employer.
• Unverifiable claims, invented statistics or fake quotes.

About PQR News

PQR News is an independent news and explainer publication with a named editorial team and a plain reader-first mission: cover the day’s developments, then explain what they mean. Editorial decisions are made by our newsroom and are never sold. You can read who we are on our about page and reach the team through our contact page or at partners@pqrnews.com. Every commercial placement described on this page is clearly labelled and kept separate from independent reporting, in line with the FTC endorsement guidelines.

Frequently asked questions

How do I write for PQR News?

Send a short pitch through our contact page or at partners@pqrnews.com. If it fits, we will agree a brief and you can submit a draft.

Do you pay contributors?

Arrangements vary by piece and are discussed case by case. Contact us and we will be clear about terms before you write.

Can I include a link to my site?

A relevant link that helps readers is fine. We do not, however, publish articles written purely to place a link, or sell disguised links.

How long should a submission be?

Long enough to cover the topic well and no longer. We value clarity over word count; we will suggest a length when we agree the brief.

Will my article be edited?

Yes. We edit for accuracy, clarity and style, and may request revisions before publishing.

What is the difference from sponsored content?

Contributions are editorial and reviewed on merit; sponsored content is a paid, clearly labelled placement. If your aim is promotion, sponsored content is the right route.

How long until I hear back?

We reply to pitches that fit as soon as we can. If you do not hear from us, the pitch likely was not a match this time.