frequently asked questions
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what kind of topics do you accept on girlblog!?
I'm interested in ideas or stories that are about:
- Horror, thriller, drama or documentary film, television, or literature
- Alternative music and gigs (rock, indie, punk, metal, alt pop, electronic, etc.)
- Alternative, socialist, and feminist culture, fashion, and politics
- Original poetry (gothic, horror, blues, punk, etc.)
You can find submission guidelines here.
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do you accept guest writers or collaborations?
Yes, yes, yes! If you want to write something for girlblog!, drop me a direct message on Instagram (@girlblogzine) or email (rachelsaragraygambling@gmail.com).
I’m happy to collaborate with other brands or creators too!
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how can i share my own story/idea with girlblog!?
Please send me a direct message on Instagram with your story or idea (@girlblogzine) or email me (rachelsaragraygambling@gmail.com) and we can talk through whether it's right for girlblog!.
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how can i get in touch with you?
You can message me on Instagram (@girlblogzine) or email me (rachelsaragraygambling@gmail.com).
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can i support girlblog! directly (donations, products, etc.)?
Of course. You can donate to girlblog! at the bottom of this page. You can also support by buying my poetry pamphlet, Cape Point, here.
All payments are handled through Stripe.
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how can I subscribe to girblog!?
You can subscribe to the newsletter at the bottom of this page or follow girlblog! on Instagram @girlblogzine.
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how often do you publish to girlblog!?
I post twice a month, one article on film & tv, and one article on music. I’d love to increase this with guest writers and regular contributors, so get in touch!
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do you have a newsletter?
Currently, no, but hopefully this will change in the future.
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are you on social media?
Yes -- girlblog! is on Instagram and TikTok as @girlblogzine.
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can i leave comments on posts?
Yes! You can now leave comments on posts.
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can i request a topic or ask a question to be covered?
Absolutely. Let me know what you'd like to see covered either by dropping me an Instagram direct message (@girlblogzine) or email (rachelsaragraygambling@gmail.com). I can’t guarantee I will write about it, but I'll certainly take it into consideration.
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do you work with brands or accept sponsorships?
It would depend on the brand or sponsorship. If it aligns with girlblog’s feminist-socialist values, then possibly. But generally, the answer is likely to be a no.
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can i advertise on girlblog!?
Again, if what you’re advertising aligns with girlblog feminist-socialist values, then maybe. But please email me with details and we can discuss from there.
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will you ever share my personal details?
Never without your consent. If I'm contacted by someone who would like to get in touch with you about your work, I'll always ask you beforehand if you're OK with me passing your details on. You’re also welcome to write anonymously.
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what should i do if i have trouble accessing the site?
Please drop me a message about the issue either on Instagram (@girlblogzine) or via email (rachelsaragraygambling@gmail.com).
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