> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://sftpmag.gitbook.io/sftp-publishing/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://sftpmag.gitbook.io/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview.md).

# Magazine Departments Overview

The contents of an issue vary depending on the needs/vision of the editorial collective, but typically include:

* [Features](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/features.md): varies, aiming for 5-8 features of 1,500-2,000 words related to the theme of the issue
* [Interviews](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/features.md): aiming for 1 per issue, 2,000 words
* [Book, film, and media reviews](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/reviews.md): approximately 1,000 words, but flexible; aiming for 2-5 reviews per issue. Typically we have one longer feature review (\~1500 words) and two shorter reviews. They can cover art exhibist, collections or series; we’re always open to ideas on how to make our reviews section a way to make connections with authors, publishers, and artists.
* [Revolutionary Lives column](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/revolutionary-lives-column.md): approximately 1,000 word biography of revolutionary scientists
* [Short essays and listicles](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/features.md): approximately three-four pieces of 1,000-1,500 words. Can be op-eds, notes from SftP members, other punchy content. Our relaunch issue includes an essay on SftP’s revitalization and a listicle on ways to support our People’s Green New Deal campaign.
* [Chapter reports](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/chapter-working-group-reports.md): a rotating selection of 3-5 500-1,000 word reports and photos, from SftP chapters and working groups
* [Artwork](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/artwork.md) or GIS features from our Mapping Collective
* [Meet the contributors](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/bios-and-bylines.md) includes bios for all of our authors and artists
* [Front and back matter](/sftp-publishing/magazine-departments/overview/front-and-back-matter.md): 
  * Masthead/about this issue
  * Letter from the Editors
  * Acknowledgements and thank yous
  * Subscription info, ISSN, etc.
  * How to get involved in SftP and how to donate
  * Call for proposals for two issues from the current one
  * Blurbs and quotes of support from SftP originals or high-profile supporters
  * “Ads” for SftP anthology book, archives website, etc. or ad trades with likeminded publishers, etc.
  * Other notices and alerts