GR is a blog by students abroad, for students abroad. We publish thoughtful writing on study, food, daily life, travel, adjustment, memory, and the quieter parts of living away from home.
We welcome pitches from students abroad, recent graduates, and contributors with direct lived experience that fits the tone and subject of GR.
You do not need to be a professional writer. What matters most is clarity, originality, and a real point of view.
Promotional or sponsored submissions, brand-led pieces, and collaborations should go through our contact page and ventures inbox instead.
ventures@grstories.comWe are especially drawn to writing that says something quietly but clearly.
As a rough guide, short pieces often sit around 600 to 900 words, standard features around 1,000 to 1,800 words, and longer essays up to around 2,500 words. A strong piece matters more than a perfect word count.
We usually begin with a pitch rather than a full unsolicited draft. If a pitch feels right for GR, we may invite a draft.
Accepted pieces may be edited for clarity, structure, tone, length, and style. In some cases, we may also ask for revisions before a final publication decision.
Submission does not guarantee publication.
Pitches may be sent in English or Italian. If a piece is accepted, language versions can be discussed depending on the editorial plan for GR.
We aim to respond to pitches within 7 to 14 days, though timelines may sometimes be longer depending on volume.
Contributors retain authorship of their work.
By submitting to GR, you agree that accepted work may be edited for clarity, structure, formatting, and style, and that final publication decisions remain with GR.
Select paid commissions only. In some cases, paid contributions may be offered on a case-by-case basis.
Please send pitches to editors@grstories.com.
“I’d like to write about how cooking the same two meals every week became part of building a life abroad during my first year away. The piece would sit between food writing and personal reflection, and would fit GR’s interest in routine, memory, and student life.”
That level of specificity is much more useful than a broad note like “I want to write about studying abroad.”
If you have a story that feels personal, clear, and grounded in the experience of living abroad, we would be glad to hear from you.