AN encourages article submissions for both thematic series and regular content. Interested in submitting something? See our current contributors' manual for guidelines and information on AN style. Abbreviated submission information is also include below.

Guidelines for Articles

To submit an commentary for consideration, first email 300-word proposal, along with a 50-100 word author bio, to Associate Managing Editor Dinah Winnick. Full-length drafts are encouraged for shorter pieces, such as news articles (600-800 words) and letters to the editor (400 words). Photographs are encouraged and should be a minimum 300 dpi, submitted as tif or jpg files, and accompanied by both a photo caption and credit.

Current calls for papers and planned thematic issues >

• Send Section News items directly to the appropriate section's contributing editor
• Send Kudos, Grant Recipient and Awards items to Jona Pounds
  

Guidelines for Photo Essays

AN will now be featuring photo essays for both thematic and regular content. Photo essays will appear in abbreviated form in the (b&w) print publication, with complete (color and b&w) content featured online. Photo essay proposals should include five photographs and a 300 word description, with a 50-100 word author bio.

Guidelines for Death Notices

Timely reports in AN Death Notices serve an important function within the discipline, and for the anthropological community. These notices are designed to provide information for the record and, at a minimum, typically include: name, dates and places of birth and death, graduate and final affiliations, disposition of papers, accomplishments, major publications, and immediate survivors. Death Notices may be up to 500 words in length and should include a photograph of the deceased, if available. Please verify facts with the deceased’s family and workplace. Notices should be sent to Associate Managing Editor Dinah Winnick. Contributions will be edited for grammatical accuracy and length. Thank you sincerely for your help.