Write for us

We welcome thoughtful pitches about comedy as craft, performance, character, form or cultural history. Send proposals through the Contact page, with a short outline that makes the subject and your approach easy to understand.

What we are looking for

A strong contribution has one clear question, a specific angle and a useful answer for a curious general reader. We are interested in close explanations, comparisons and histories that bring out a fresh detail without relying on broad claims about what everyone finds funny.

What to include

Tell us the working title, the main point, why it suits Lively Comedy Journal and how you would support factual details. A brief outline is enough for a pitch. Please disclose relevant commercial interests and do not send confidential, copyrighted or personal material you do not have permission to share.

How to send a proposal

Use the Contact page and choose the editorial question option, then include your pitch in the message. We review proposals for fit and clarity; sending one does not guarantee publication. Please wait for a response before sending a complete draft.