Write for Us
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Have real-world experience with indoor plants, houseplant care, or plant-led home décor? Home Leaf Studio (https://homeleafstudio.com/) welcomes expert contributors and practitioners who can share practical, evidence-informed guidance for U.S. readers.
Why Write for Us
- Reach: a focused audience interested in indoor plants, home décor, and wellness.
- Authority: strong editorial standards (E-E-A-T) and ongoing updates.
- Profile: author bio with headshot + one link to your site or portfolio.
What We Publish (Topics & Fit)
We look for clear, actionable articles with fresh insight or hands-on methods:
- Beginner Guides: light/water/soil basics, starter plant lists, mistake prevention.
- Care Guides: Monstera, Snake Plant, Pothos, Peace Lily, Fiddle Leaf Fig, etc.
- Types & Use Cases: low-light, pet-friendly, air-purifying (NASA), bright-light.
- Décor & Styling: small apartments, plant shelves, room-by-room styling.
- Lifestyle: productivity, wellness, sustainable choices, seasonal care.
Not a fit: thin AI-only rundowns, spun content, aggressive affiliate promos, or topics unrelated to indoor plants.
Voice, Style & E-E-A-T
- Experience-led: share what you’ve actually done (before/after, pitfalls, fixes).
- Evidence-informed: cite reputable horticulture sources/manufacturer guidance where helpful.
- Accessible: plain language, short paragraphs, scannable headings, practical steps.
Editorial & SEO Requirements
- Length: 1,500–2,500 words (care guides can be longer).
- Structure: clean H2/H3, step lists, checklists; include an FAQ (3–5 Q).
- Keywords: focus on 1–2 primary keywords + 3–5 LSI terms (natural, no stuffing).
- Internal links: 3–6 links to our relevant posts (Beginner’s Guide, Care Guides, Types, Décor).
- Meta: provide SEO title (≤60 chars), meta description (≤160 chars), and excerpt (≤140 chars).
- Originality: 100% original; AI-assisted is fine if human-edited and verified.
- Readability: use real examples, compact tables, and a “Key Takeaways” summary.
Links, Sources & Disclosures
- External links: max 2–3 to high-quality sources (non-spam). Product/retailer links should be nofollow/sponsored.
- Self-promotion: one dofollow link in the author bio (not in the body).
- Affiliate: please don’t insert your own affiliate links. We manage site-wide affiliate relationships.
- Claims: cite sources for toxicity, scientific data, or statistics.
Images & Media
- Provide 3–6 relevant images (JPG/PNG, min. 1200px width). Ensure you have the legal right to use them.
- For stock/CC, include proper credit and license. Avoid watermarks.
- Optional: diagrams/process illustrations (SVG/PNG).
How to Pitch
Email contact@homeleafstudio.com with the subject line “Guest Post Pitch – [Title/Topic]” and include:
- Proposed title (≤60 chars) + 2–3 alternate angles.
- Outline with H2/H3 bullets + primary target keyword.
- Internal posts you plan to link to.
- Short bio (60–80 words) + one link to your portfolio/website.
- Writing samples (links to 2–3 published articles).
Editorial Process & Timeline
- Pitch review: 3–7 business days.
- Draft: submit via Google Docs (share “Anyone with the link – Comment”).
- Editing: we provide comments/revisions (1–2 rounds).
- Final: send images separately (zip/drive) + meta and FAQ.
- Scheduling: typically 1–3 weeks after final approval.
Compensation
We currently accept unpaid guest posts with compensation in the form of an author profile (bio + one dofollow link in the bio). For paid collaborations or brand partnerships, email contact@homeleafstudio.com.
Ownership & Legal
- By submitting, you grant us a non-exclusive license to edit, format, publish, distribute, and update your content on our site and official channels.
- Content must not violate copyright, trademarks, privacy, or any applicable laws. You are responsible for the material you submit.
- We reserve the right to decline or remove articles that do not meet our editorial standards or policies.
FAQ
Do you accept AI-generated drafts?
AI assistance is fine, but drafts must be human-edited, verified, and original. We reject unedited AI dumps.
How many external links are allowed?
Limit to 2–3 high-quality citations. Self-promotional links go in the author bio (one dofollow). Product/retailer links are marked nofollow/sponsored.
Is publication guaranteed?
No. Pitches and drafts are accepted at our editorial discretion.
Can I republish my article elsewhere?
We require original content. Republishing is generally not allowed unless agreed in writing.