Write Your First News Story and Get It Published
Free fillable step-by-step guide to writing your news article and pitching it to publishers. Includes:
✅ How to choose a topic
✅ What makes a story compelling
✅ Where to find sources
✅ Article Template and Guide
✅ Pitching Template and Guide
Beginner Friendly
No Experience Needed
From idea to pitch
We'll help you choose a newsworthy idea that you can sell to an editor. Learn what makes an idea news and how to develop your story.
Support with writing your article
Just starting out? No problem! News articles typically follow a standard formula which we will show you as you work on your idea.
Download or Fill Online
You'll receive a fillable PDF that you can either print out or work through on your computer. The editable fields will walk you through the steps.
Who Am I?
My name is Shella Gardezi and I have worked with writers at a variety of levels from complete beginners to industry experts.
- Coaching staff writers
- Editing stories for publication
- Reviewing freelance pitches
- Coaching freelance writers to produce their best work
