Readers Write

Readers Write is a feature in The Sun where readers share their personal writing on a given topic — a unique fixture of the  magazine since the section’s inception in 1978. Send us your true story  on an upcoming topic, and if we publish it you’ll receive a  complimentary one-year subscription.

Not sure what to write? See below for some prompts to spark an idea. Writing style isn’t as important as thoughtfulness and sincerity, and topics are intentionally  broad to give room for expression and interpretation.

You can read a sample Readers Write section here.      Upcoming Topics 

Superstition

Due April 1

What’s your reaction when you spill some salt on the table? What do you do when an open ladder is in the way of where you’re going? When’s the last time you opened an umbrella indoors? Does the presence of a black cat prompt dread, or do you just want to pet it? For some, even bothering with these considerations is irritating, irrational. For others, they can be matters of great importance—years of bad luck, or worse, might result if they’re not taken seriously. (Does saying, “Bless you” after someone sneezes still count?) Cross your fingers, choose a fortuitous date (maybe not the thirteenth?), and send us your true story on “Superstition” by April 1.

Too Much

Due May 1

Are you a frequent sufferer of hangovers or stomachaches after overindulging? Do you overextend yourself in relationships or at work? Have you ever been told your personality is just too much? Maybe your house is stuffed with vintage typewriters you can’t stop collecting or piles of toys your in-laws give to your kids. Or maybe you couldn’t afford the typewriters, or a house, because they cost too much. We live in a society where many things can feel excessive—consumer culture, technology, the barrage of opinions and information—but one thing we can’t get enough of is your Readers Write submissions. Please send us your true stories by May 1.