We invite you to submit pitches on the theme of Dormant for inclusion in the winter edition of the Ranchlands Review. We’re especially interested in stories that explore dormancy through an ecological or wildlife lens. Whether it’s reflections on seasonal cycles, the quiet transformations beneath the surface, or the ways ecosystems and creatures prepare for renewal, we welcome your unique take on this theme.

• Essays on how animals or plants adapt during dormant periods
• Observations on how the land rests and regenerates through natural cycles
• Reflections on the relationship between dormancy and resilience in wildlife and ecosystems
• Stories about cultural or personal practices of rest and renewal, inspired by nature

We pay between $0.50 and $1/word. Please send your pitches to pitches@ranchlands.com by December 15th, including a short bio and any links or references to your prior work.

Due to the volume of pitches we receive, we cannot guarantee a response to every submission. However, please feel free to follow up with us two weeks after your first email if you have not received a response.