Style guide
Fundamentals
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We want to see an opinion article - not an essay.
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Shout your opinion loud and clear throughout, but be respectful.
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We don't just want a summary of events! We are Europinion for a reason
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Basic Guidelines
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700-900 words. Boom. Bosh. Bam. Concise, precise writing is much easier to read than a waffle-ridden diatribe, especially for the average reader.
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Simple sentences and short paragraphs. Write is as if you are a saying it!
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If your non-political friends couldn't understand it, then it isn't accessible enough!
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What makes a good article?
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Original, snappy headline. Catch the reader's eye from the word go.
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Introduce your topic. What's happened? When? Who? How? Why?
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The main bit. What do you think about what's happened?
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The ending. Sum it all up in a sentence or two. What's your final world?
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Throughout, give us your opinion.
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Bonus - integrate some wit or a splash of humour. If you personally think that [insert target politician's name here] is as useful as a chocolate teapot, tell us precisely that. In those words. Yes, it really is that simple!
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Bottom Lines
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By all means, use statistics - but to support your opinion, not just on their own. Fact-dropping won't cut it. We need to see your argument shine through.
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A Europinion article should be fun to write. Some brief research and then bang - go off and respectfully rant and rave all you like!
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Brief Disclaimer
It's about balance. The best articles will combine factual context, some supporting evidence and - most importantly of all - your opinion. Distribute your eggs across all three baskets, or else your argument will not read smoothly.
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For any questions, please do not hesitate to message the editorial team at: editor@europinion.uk
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