How to Submit to Metropolitan Diary

Have a story for us? Here’s how to send it.

Metropolitan Diary is where New Yorkers of all ages and eras, regardless of where they live now — as well as visitors to the city — share anecdotes, memories, quirky encounters and overheard snippets that reveal the city’s spirit and heart.

Submissions should be connected to New York City and no longer than 300 words (we prefer them shorter where possible).

We occasionally publish poems, will consider mini-plays and especially like items that make us laugh or crack a smile.