{"id":4345,"date":"2020-09-11T14:30:41","date_gmt":"2020-09-11T14:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fireflymagazines.com\/?page_id=4345"},"modified":"2024-01-24T12:25:42","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T12:25:42","slug":"content-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fireflymagazines.com\/content-guidelines","title":{"rendered":"Content Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Content Guidelines for Firefly Magazines Submissions<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Welcome to Our Writing Community!<\/strong> Before you begin crafting your story for submission, we encourage you to familiarise yourself with our content guidelines.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Adherence to these standards ensures a harmonious and positive experience for both our engaged local readers and contributors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Please take a moment to read the content guidelines before writing and submitting your story.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;outline&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Positive Content&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1599834080848-acefb3ad-1ff0&#8243;][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Fostering Positivity:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>The Heart of Our Content:<\/strong> At Firefly Magazines, we champion uplifting and affirmative news. Every article should embody our ethos of being informative, inspirational, and educational.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Language and Presentation:<\/strong> Please ensure your submission is written in British English, with careful attention to grammar. All content must be proofread and spell-checked before submission.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Originality is Key:<\/strong> Your content should be unique and pass duplicate content checks. While quoting or referencing is permitted, always acknowledge your sources.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Multimedia Elements:<\/strong> Include at least one image or video with appropriate captions and source attributions. Ensure all multimedia content is free from copyright restrictions. Creative Commons (<a style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\" href=\"https:\/\/search.creativecommons.org\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/search.creativecommons.org\/<\/a>) is a reliable source for copyright-free images, but do remember to credit the original creators as required.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Thoughtful Linking:<\/strong> You may incorporate 1-3 links in your articles. These should be from credible sources and align with our positive ethos, steering clear of any content related to violence, pornography, or gambling.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Best Practices&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1599834080862-ed656fc7-1ad5&#8243;][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Best Practices for News Content:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Clarity and Accountability:<\/strong> Your content should present the author&#8217;s information, and contact details, and include datelines and bylines for transparency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Balance with Advertising:<\/strong> Ensure that advertisements and promotional materials do not overshadow your content.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Prohibited Content&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1599834167223-93385a57-e943&#8243;][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Prohibited Content and Practices:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Personal and Confidential Information:<\/strong> Respect privacy; do not share confidential or identifiable personal details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Copyright Compliance:<\/strong> We adhere strictly to intellectual property rights and take action against copyright infringements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Content Restrictions:<\/strong> Avoid content that is:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Sexually explicit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Graphically violent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Hateful or discriminatory.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Promoting dangerous or illegal activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Endorsing dangerous products or services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Misrepresenting sponsored content as editorial.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Unacceptable Practices:<\/strong> Harassment, cyberbullying, deceptive behaviour, spam, and malware are strictly prohibited.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Prohibited Practices&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1599834196370-61595cb9-6f0b&#8221;][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Unacceptable Practices:<\/strong> Harassment, cyberbullying, deceptive behaviour, spam, and malware are strictly prohibited.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Join Us&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1706097606771-43a0cf09-b958&#8243;][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Join Us in Celebrating Positive Local Stories<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Firefly Magazines is the heart of positive local storytelling. We bring to light uplifting, educational, and inspiring tales from our communities. While our focus is on positivity, we value diverse narratives that offer artistic, historical, or educational insights, especially those resonating with local interests. Our content enriches public knowledge and fosters community pride. Join us in this vibrant celebration of local life and be part of a movement that cherishes positivity and unity.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_cta h2=&#8221;Tell your story. Get published.&#8221; h4=&#8221;Easily upload your content with our user-friendly content submission form.&#8221; add_button=&#8221;right&#8221; btn_title=&#8221;Submit Content Now&#8221; btn_style=&#8221;3d&#8221; btn_color=&#8221;success&#8221; btn_size=&#8221;lg&#8221; btn_align=&#8221;right&#8221; btn_css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;left&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-cloud-upload-alt&#8221; i_size=&#8221;xl&#8221; i_css_animation=&#8221;bounceIn&#8221; btn_link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Ffireflymagazines.com%2Fsubmit-content%2F|title:Submit%20Content%20Now|target:%20_blank|&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"><strong>Submission and Publication: <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">We welcome your press releases, stories, photos, and any engaging content you believe will resonate with our audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;[\/vc_cta][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Gain insights into the impact and usage of your content with Firefly Magazines by visiting our comprehensive <span style=\"color: #3366ff; font-size: 17px;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/fireflymagazines.com\/faqs\">FAQs page<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_larger=&#8221;yes&#8221;] Content Guidelines for Firefly Magazines Submissions Welcome to Our Writing Community! 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