> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://handbook.proanimal.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://handbook.proanimal.org/for-organizers/campaign-guides/press-outreach-guide/how-to-write-a-pro-animal-opinion-piece/editorial-process.md). # Editorial Process ## Revision Checklist Here’s a checklist of questions to run through as you edit your writing. * [ ] **Is my point clear?** * [ ] Do I state my argument clearly in the introduction, and does it remain consistent and clear throughout my piece? * [ ] Are all of my examples and evidence in support of this point? * [ ] **Is my piece cohesive?** * [ ] Are my ideas presented in a clear and logical manner? * [ ] Do my paragraphs and sentences flow smoothly? * [ ] **Are my examples compelling?** * [ ] Did I provide sufficient, persuasive examples, evidence, and data to support my claims? * [ ] **Did I cite my sources?** * [ ] Did I fact-check all evidence and use citations? * [ ] While formal citations aren’t necessary, fact sources should be mentioned within the body of the sentence. (Example: According to recent data from Oxford, eating plant-based reduces your greenhouse gas emissions by 75%.) * [ ] **Is my writing engaging?** * [ ] Does my opening grab the reader’s attention? * [ ] Does my closing paragraph leave a lasting impression or effectively call readers to action? * [ ] **Is my language simple and straightforward?** * [ ] Will the average reader understand my wording and the points I’m trying to make? * [ ] Did I use any jargon that may be unfamiliar? * [ ] **Did I proofread my piece?** * [ ] Did I thoroughly check for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors? * [ ] Are my verb tenses consistent throughout my piece? * [ ] **Is it the right length?** * [ ] Did I follow the general word count requirements for publishing an opinion piece? * [ ] If it’s too long, can I condense the content without losing impact? Once you have revised your piece, you can share it with PAF’s Press Lead, [Olivia Hammond](mailto:undefined), for feedback and to coordinate submission. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://handbook.proanimal.org/for-organizers/campaign-guides/press-outreach-guide/how-to-write-a-pro-animal-opinion-piece/editorial-process.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.