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Massage & Bodywork is a specialty magazine, published six times per year, for professional practitioners of massage, bodywork, somatic and esthetic therapies, as well as members of the general public with an interest in the field. Unsolicited submissions are accepted. We suggest that potential writers study recent issues before sending queries or manuscripts. All manuscripts should be e-mailed to editor@abmp.com. An attachment in Microsoft Word format is fine or copy the proposed feature into the body of
the e-mail.

If accepted, Massage & Bodywork negotiates for North American rights and electronic rights. The editor reserves the right to edit or rewrite any article in order to make it suit the theme, style or space limitations of a specific issue. Major alterations will be discussed with the author. It is always acceptable, even beneficial, to include photographs and/or illustrations with the submission. Authors are compensated on a case-by-case basis once submission is accepted.

Modality/Technique Articles
Massage & Bodywork looks for interesting, tightly-focused stories concerning a particular modality or technique of massage, bodywork, somatic and esthetic therapies. The editorial staff welcomes the opportunity to review manuscripts which may be relevant to the field of massage, bodywork and esthetic practices, in addition to more general pieces pertaining to complementary and alternative medicine. This would include the widely varying modalities of massage and bodywork, (from Swedish massage to Polarity therapy), specific technique articles and ancillary therapies, including such topics as biomagnetics, aromatherapy and facial rejuvenation. Reference lists relating to technical articles should include the author, title, publisher and publication date of works cited. Word count: 1,500 to 4,000 words; longer articles negotiable.

Technical/Research Articles
For an audience eager to explore the scientific aspects of massage and bodywork, writers are encouraged to submit technical articles relating to the field. Pieces specific to anatomy, medical conditions and contraindications are welcome. Research-related articles and accounts of formal and informal case studies are of interest. Word count: 1,500-4,000 words; longer articles negotiable.

Professional/Practice-building
Other articles of interest to Massage & Bodywork magazine include those relating to legalities/legislation, business or practice-building, success stories, politics of the profession, health care and insurance. Word count: 500-2,000 words; longer articles negotiable.

Travel Related to the Profession
Accounts of travel to places that help expand knowledge of techniques particular to certain areas of the world are welcome. Exploration of other cultures' views of the healing arts, historical considerations and similarities are areas of interest. Word count: 800 to 1,200 words.

Human Interest
Articles about people who have had an impact on the fields of massage, bodywork, somatic therapies or esthetics are welcome. The story should relate the person's connection with the particular field, why their contribution is important, how their students or clients have been affected by their work, etc. Photographs of the person in action or posed photos should accompany the article. Personal accounts, successful community interactions, volunteer events, etc. are also of interest. Word count: 800 to 1,200 words.

Columns
All Massage & Bodywork columns are assigned. If you have a column idea and wish to discuss it with us, explain your proposal, write a sample column and submit for consideration.

Poetry
Poetry on occasion, as long as it is related to the field.

Fiction
We do not accept fiction.

Note: If your topic is not mentioned here, but you feel it would be of valid interest to the readers, please feel free to discuss it with our editor.

Photo Requirements
Features should be accompanied by color transparencies, high quality prints or slides, or high resolution electronic images. All photos should be accompanied by a caption sheet identifying each subject.
Artwork supplied by someone other than the manuscript author should be clearly identified for credit, along with necessary releases. All photos, slides and illustrations will be returned after publication. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for this purpose, and allow 45 days after the mail date of the publication for return.

Lead Time
Because this is a bimonthly publication, it may be a matter of months before your article appears in print, although the decision as to whether or not the article will be used is generally made promptly. We assume no responsibility for material submitted, but every effort will be made to return original artwork. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope if return of items is requested.

Editorial Deadline
Features are scheduled only after their acceptance. The balance of each issue's content is planned six to eight months in advance. In addition, we've recently revamped our publication schedule.

As a reference point:
March/April 2008 (Deadline November 12, 2007)
May/June 2008 (Deadline January 21, 2008)
July/August 2008 (Deadline March 17, 2008)
September/October 2008 (Deadline May 19, 2008)
November/December 2008 (Deadline July 21, 2008)
January/February 2009 (Deadline September 22, 2008)


Liability
Neither Massage & Bodywork nor Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals assumes any responsibility for unsolicited material.

Demographics
80% of our readers are female, average age of 42, with an average household annual income of $56,833.

Submit manuscripts to the attention of:
Leslie Young, Editor
1271 Sugarbush Drive
Evergreen, Colorado 80439-9766.
leslie@abmp.com