Thank you for your interest in writing for Seaways' Ships in Scale. Our magazine is dedicated to the integration of ship modeling and nautical research into a powerful tool for the ship modeler.
A title page should be included with the author's name, address, phone, fax numbers, as well as e-mail address. A brief biography of the author is also encouraged. (Include past articles, appointments, related jobs or positions, past accomplishments, etc.)
Copyright clearance and payment for all materials used photographs, plans, drawings, and paintings is the sole responsibility of the author. Please include copies of these releases and payments.
Seaways Publishing, Inc. purchases from the writer the right to publish each article in both print and electronic media, the right to reprint articles and/or photographs and drawings, the right to use portions of the article in advertising publications and the right to produce archival reproductions of the magazine issues in physical or electronic formats. The author retains copyright privileges.
Payment is eight cents a word for original material on hard copy with floppy diskette six cents a word for material on manuscript only. Payment for articles is made on publication, not acceptance. Checks are mailed within approximately two weeks of the cover date of the issue in which the article appears.
Illustrations, including drawings, sketches, and original plans, are compensated at the rate of $5 to $15 each (editors discretion). They must be clearly and/or professionally drawn and lettered, and should be self-explanatory. All illustrations should have identifying captions or legends.
Digital images must meet certain criteria:
Authors of major articles or article series may be required to submit a high-quality full-model color photograph for cover illustration consideration. Seaways Publishing, Inc.may compensate the author a certain amount if a studio session is required. Please check with the Editor before committing yourself. These, and all other photos submitted, must have no copyright restrictions prohibiting us from using them in magazine production, limited reprint servicing, archival reproduction in any medium and advertising.
Illustrations, including drawings, sketches, and original plans, are compensated at the rate of $5 to $15 each (editors discretion). They must be clearly and/or professionally drawn and lettered, and should be self-explanatory. All illustrations should have identifying captions or legends.
Nautical Research: Histories, plans, and photos should include as many details relative to the appearance and structure of the vessel under consideration as possible. Dimensions, materials, coloring, flags, and peculiarities are featured anything that will help the marine historian or ship modeler understand exactly what she looked like.
Shop Hints: Detailed discussion of workshop techniques, materials, and tools. Shop-made tools and jigs are welcome, as are the selection of materials, adhesives, and coloring agents.
Nautical Archaeology: Studies of significant historical vessels which help us understand their construction, design, equipment and function are sought here. Photographs in abundance are necessary; reconstruction plans and models are highly desirable.
It's always a good idea to contact the Editor in advance of sending articles to get a clear idea of the magazine's needs:
Editorial Staff
Seaways' Ships in Scale
PO Box 525
Niwot, CO 80544-0525
E-mail: editor@seaways.com
Finally, a signed copy of this guideline must be submitted with your article, indicating your having read and understood them and complied with the necessary requirements. Thank you for your participation.