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The Living LUNA Zine is Uplifting Others through
Authentic Shares,
Inspirational Art,
Self-Help Articles,
& the Creativity of
our incredible contributors.
2024 Winter Edition
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Theme: Stillness
Primary Color Schemes:
Blue, White/Grey, Purple, Evergreen.
Examples of Submissions in This Theme Include:
Celebrations of wildlife and plant life, even in hibernation.
Reflections upon stillness and rebirth.
Winter themed art.
Personal growth and development.
I like the theme of each issue to be interpreted by the artist, writer, creative, and/or visionary. Ultimately, my vision is for this Zine to be in the vein of thought leadership, expansion, pleasure, activism, self-liberation, sovereignty, self-ownership, and awareness with an Uplifting and inspiring tone.
Submission Deadline:
November 15th, 2024 via Google Form
You may submit 1 - 4 “pages” worth of content in the form of images (human created), poem, story, or article! We will lay them out & feature them in our stunning digital magazine.
Yes, there is a cost to contribute. This ensures our creative, editing, and marketing team are supported for the time they put in to create and distribute this Zine for long-term success!
A Midjourney image to display inspiration for the colors/imagery evoked in this upcoming issue, Stillness, to be released December 2024.
SUBMISSION TYPES
We love to feature:
Photos or high-quality scans of handcrafted 3D or 2D Art
Photography
Poetry
Poetic Prose
Short Stories
Articles or Essays on: Environmental Initiatives, Humanitarian Efforts, Empowered Spirituality, Self-Transformation, Thought-Leadership etc
We do NOT allow:
Pornography*
Excessive cursing in writing
Direct advertising or product marketing in your submission (some exceptions apply with the full bio/ad pages).
*We allow tasteful and artistic nudity, as well as poems, articles, and prose of a sexual nature so long as it is empowered. These are toward the end of the zine with a button to skip to the bio pages, as well as a warning that the reader is about to view
“Living LUNA After Dark” content.
The above examples show various 1-page layouts. You can use your discretion to determine if you want a multi-page spread. Check out the prior issue of the zine for more examples! The editor’s full recommendations for the word counts and number of images can be found here.
SUBMISSION INVESTMENT
There is a submission fee, which we tried to make minimal while honoring the team that does all of this project's organizing, editing, layout, and marketing. The basic-level submission fee is $57.
This submission fee guarantees your work will show up in the final zine unless we reject it for not meeting our standards or terms for some reason. In such a case, we will contact you to see if the issue can be resolved. If we do not hear back within 5-business days, we will refund your fee and remove you from our submission queue.
You can donate a scholarship here if you’d like to contribute toward another participant’s fee.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR INVESTMENT?
Your work will be featured in an upcoming issue of the Living LUNA Zine.
Your 100-word > bio, headshot, up to 2 social links, and an email will be shared with our audience listed in the bio section of the zine.
You will be sent a high-quality PDF copy of the zine, which you may distribute at your discretion. This distribution must be non-commercial; contributors may not profit from the work of others in the zine, such as by selling or uploading it as an e-book behind a paywall. Adding it as a freebie to your site, mailing it to your list, or sharing it on socials are all great ways to promote your content!
Prior to the zine launch date, you will receive marketing materials in square (IG, FB, or LI friend) and story format (IG/FB Stories) with your headshot & any applicable information.
We will promote the project via the Living LUNA Pages + Profiles on LinkedIn, FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube, Discord, & our mailing list. We ask you to share, too!
You will have the option to pay a higher promotional fee to have your full-page bio & approved advertisement for services in the end section of the Zine. We will assist with additional marketing for you when you select this upsell option.
WHY INVEST IN AN OPPORTUNITY LIKE THIS?
Amplify Your Voice: Your contributions will reach a diverse and engaged audience, amplifying your message and impact.
Elevate Your Brand: Position your brand alongside Living LUNA, known for uplifting and empowering content, enhancing your business, writing, or art's visibility and reputation.
Showcase Your Expertise: Share your knowledge and insights on various topics, from spirituality and wellness to sustainability and ethics, establishing yourself as a thought leader.
Contribute to Positive Change: Be part of a movement that seeks to unite and heal, playing a role in creating a better, more equitable world.
Benefit from Cross-Promotion & Expand Your Network: Take advantage of Living LUNA’s marketing efforts, increasing your exposure across various platforms. Connect with fellow visionary leaders, healers, and like-minded individuals passionate about making a difference.
Support Inclusive and Ethical Practices: Align with a brand that prioritizes intersectionality, feminism, and environmental consciousness, resonating with a progressive audience that is values-centered.
Ready to Submit?
Submitting is as simple as following these 2 steps:
Fill out our Google Form so we’ll have your bio, headshot, websites, and all submission materials organized in one place. Be sure to include the BEST communication email, and when possible, add Coach@Safrianna.com to your contacts as I will be contacting you personally.
Pay for whatever number of pages is appropriate for what you are submitting using the buttons below.
Pay Your Submission Fee Here
Submit Your Materials via Our Form
FAQs
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We use AI strictly for MARKETING materials. All works within the published zine are to be created by our creators/contributors and otherwise will be graphics and elements supplied on the Canva Platform. All images not created in Canva will be attributed to the individual who submitted the work.
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Each Page Can Fit:
1 Large Image + Description and up to 150 additional words in poem or prose format
A full length poem of about 250 words or less (more if the lines are longer)
A helpful article, prose piece, or other short piece of writing (we will choose images unless you provide something small to use) of ~400+/- words.
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Read our full terms of service here in Google Doc if you’d like. Last updated 12/21/2023. FULL TERMS OF SERVICE FOR THE LIVING LUNA ZINE
1. Introduction
Welcome to Living LUNA Zine, a platform dedicated to showcasing diverse and creative works. Our zine focuses on uplifting and inspiring content, aligning with our ethos of "Uplifting the Others." This Terms of Service (ToS) agreement outlines the rights and responsibilities of both the zine and its contributors.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All contributors retain full copyright to their submitted works. You are free to contribute your works to other zines, magazines, blogs, etc., as long as such actions do not conflict with the policies of those entities. By submitting your work, you affirm that you hold the necessary rights to do so (for example, some poetry zines will not allow you to submit to more than one publication).
3. Contributions and Credits
Contributors are invited to submit their works, including images and text. Each contributor will be duly credited for their work on their respective page, along with a bio and any relevant personal or professional information they wish to include.
4. Rights to Reject or Edit Submissions
1. Review and Approval Process
All submissions to Living LUNA Zine are subject to a review process. Our editorial team is committed to maintaining the zine's high standards and alignment with its core values of "Uplifting the Others."
2. Right to Reject Submissions
Living LUNA Zine reserves the right to reject any submissions that do not align with the zine's values, standards, or themes. This includes, but is not limited to, content that we find offensive, discriminatory, or otherwise inappropriate for our audience.
3. Editorial Edits
Submissions may undergo editorial review for clarity, length, consistency, and adherence to our style guide. We aim to preserve the contributor's original voice and intent while ensuring the content fits cohesively within the zine.
4. Communication of Edits
If edits are required, contributors will be informed and, where feasible, provided with the opportunity to review and approve the changes. However, the final decision on content inclusion and editing rests with the editorial team.
5. Excessive Editing
In cases where a submission requires excessive editing, the editorial team may choose to decline the submission. We define 'excessive editing' as requiring substantial changes that alter the fundamental structure or content of the work.
6. Editing Service Offer
For submissions that require extensive editing, contributors have the option to utilize our editing service at a rate of $25 per page of content. This service is designed to assist contributors in refining their work to meet our publication standards.
7. Acceptance of Edits
Submission of work to Living LUNA Zine implies acceptance of potential editorial changes. Contributors who disagree with the editorial decisions may withdraw their submission according to the guidelines outlined in the 'Termination and Modification' section of our ToS.
5. Fee Structure for Contributors
As part of the contribution fee, contributors will receive:
Inclusion of their work in the final zine over a 1 to 4 page spread.
A 100-word or less bio, headshot, up to 2 social links, and an email to share with our audience in the bio section.
A PDF copy of the zine & public link which can be distributed at the contributor’s discretion in any non-for-profit way. Distribution must be non-commercial.
Personal marketing materials in a square and story format (IG/FB Stories) with the contributor’s headshot & any applicable information, plus swipe copy to send to a mailing list or post on socials.
Promotion via the Living LUNA Pages + Profiles on LinkedIn, FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube, Discord, & our mailing list.
By paying a higher promotional fee, you will also have a full-page bio & approved advertisement for services in the end section of the Zine.
The fee structure for submission in the zine as of 12/21/2023 is as follows:
$57 1/page
$107 2/page
$157 3/page
$207 4/page
You have the option to add a Full Page Bio Spread / Marketing Page for $297 in addition to the regular page fees.
Discounts are available for returning contributors. Please reach out to Coach@Safrianna.com or contact Safrianna Lughna directly if you have already contributed and would like to use a discount.
6. Distribution Rights for PDF Copy of the Zine
1. Rights Granted to Contributors
Upon publication, each contributor to Living LUNA Zine will receive a PDF copy of the zine. Contributors are granted the right to distribute this PDF copy at their discretion, subject to the terms outlined herein.
2. Non-Commercial Distribution
The distribution of the PDF copy by contributors must be strictly non-commercial. Contributors are prohibited from profiting directly from the distribution of the zine. This includes but is not limited to:
Selling the PDF copy of the zine.
Uploading the zine or its contents to e-book platforms, websites, or other media behind a paywall.
3. Credit and Integrity
In any distribution of the PDF copy, contributors must ensure that credit is appropriately given to all contributors and Living LUNA Zine. The integrity of the zine, including its content and layout, must be maintained without alteration.
4. Limitation of Rights
The rights granted for the distribution of the PDF copy are specific to the contributor's own work within the context of the zine. It does not extend to the separate or individual use of other contributors’ works without their explicit consent.
5. Acknowledgment of Restrictions
By accepting the PDF copy of the zine, contributors acknowledge and agree to adhere to these distribution restrictions. Failure to comply with these terms may result in legal action and the revocation of distribution rights.
7. Use of Content by Living LUNA
The submitted works will be used solely for the purpose of the zine. Those approved will be distributed via PDF & website/clickthrough form, and may be published by Living LUNA via e-book platforms such as Kindle/Amazon KDP. Any additional uses, such as promotional material, will be communicated and agreed upon with the respective contributors. As aforementioned, all rights remain with the contributor for their work.
8. AI-Generated Content Policy
1. AI Contributions for Zine Content
Living LUNA Zine values originality and the unique creative expressions of our contributors. In line with this ethos, AI-generated content will not be included as part of the final published zine content. This includes, but is not limited to, text, images, or any other forms of content produced using artificial intelligence.
2. Use of AI in Marketing
While AI-generated content is not included in the zine, we may use such content for marketing purposes. This could involve promotional materials, social media posts, or other marketing strategies where AI-generated content can enhance the presentation or communication of the zine's themes and values.
3. Disclosure and Transparency
Any AI-generated content used in our marketing efforts will be clearly disclosed as such. We are committed to maintaining transparency with our audience and contributors regarding the origin of content used in our marketing materials.
9. Termination and Modification
Contributors may withdraw their work from the zine prior to publication under certain conditions, which should be communicated to the zine's editorial team (Support@LivingLUNAs.com). The zine reserves the right to modify these terms, with prior notice and explanation to contributors. Generally speaking, once your submission fee has been paid and your pieces submitted, there will be no refunds. After publication, there will be absolutely no refunds under any circumstances.
Submission Fee Policy
The submission fee for contributing to Living LUNA Zine is non-refundable once paid. This fee covers the administrative, processing, and creative costs associated with reviewing and potentially publishing submitted works.
Exceptional Circumstances
While our policy is generally non-refundable, we may consider exceptions in extraordinary circumstances. These may include:
Technical issues resulting in the non-submission or loss of the contributed work.
Significant changes to the zine's publication schedule or content that materially affect the contributor's original submission.
Refund Process
Requests for refunds under exceptional circumstances must be made in writing to Support@LivingLUNAs.com.
The request should include a detailed explanation of the circumstances, any relevant documentation, and the contributor's contact information.
Refund Evaluation
Each refund request will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The decision to grant a refund will be at the discretion of the Living LUNA Zine editorial team, considering the fairness to all parties involved.
Refund Timeline
If a refund is granted, it will be processed within 30 days of the decision.
Refunds will be issued to the original payment method used at the time of submission.
Post-Publication Policy
After the publication of the zine, no refunds will be provided under any circumstances. This includes any dissatisfaction with the final product or changes in the contributor's personal circumstances.
Promotional Fee Policy
If a higher promotional fee is paid for additional services (such as a full-page bio and advertisement), the same non-refundable policy applies. However, contributors may contact the editorial team if there are issues or concerns regarding these additional services.
10. Privacy Policy
1. Collection of Personal Information
Living LUNA Zine collects personal information from contributors, such as names, email addresses, and social media links, solely for the purposes of publication and communication regarding the zine.
2. Use of Personal Information
The personal information provided will be used in the following ways:
To credit contributors in the zine alongside their submissions.
To facilitate direct communication between Living LUNA Zine and the contributors regarding their submissions, editorial queries, and other relevant matters.
For potential direct referrals when appropriate and consented to by the contributor.
3. No Automatic Newsletter Subscription
Contributors will not be automatically subscribed to our newsletter or any other marketing materials. Subscription to additional communications will only occur upon the explicit request of the contributor.
4. Protection and Confidentiality
Living LUNA Zine is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our contributors’ personal information. We employ appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or unauthorized destruction of the information.
5. Limited Use
Personal information will not be used for any purposes outside the scope of Living LUNA Zine's publication and related communications. It will not be shared or sold to third parties for marketing or any other purposes.
6. Data Retention
We will retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the fulfillment of the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
7. Contributors’ Rights
Contributors have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information. Requests for access, correction, or deletion can be made to Support@LivingLUNAs.com.
11. No Guarantee of Results
Living LUNA Zine does not guarantee any specific business or marketing outcomes from the publication of your work in our zine. We are a small organization & will market on all of our channels. However, much of your success comes from your willingness to share and promote the finished product as well. The current fee structure for submission does not include a budget appropriate for marketing via paid advertising.
12. Legal Considerations
This agreement is governed by the laws of Maryland, USA. Any disputes arising from this agreement will be resolved through arbitration in Maryland, USA.
13. Acceptance of Terms
By submitting your work to Living LUNA Zine, you are agreeing to these terms. If you have any questions or need clarification, you are encouraged to contact us before submitting your work.
15. Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding these terms or any other aspect of your contribution, please contact us at Support@LivingLUNAs.com
Mail based inquiries can be addressed to:
LUNA Counseling & Creative Services, LLC
122 E. Patrick St. Suite 108
Frederick, MD 21701
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