We asked another squadron of journalists to tell us about the most excruciating pitches they’ve ever sent.
joe bishop
I spent about a year trying to convince VICE to let me spend an entire working day in the toilet.
eva wiseman
Many years ago, when I was an intern at The Face, I was really excited to be invited in to meet the then features editor of Vogue. I sat beside her desk while she continued working, and awkwardly reeled off some ideas. I don’t think she made eye contact once, but the worst bit was the email I received from her when I got home, which simply said, ‘NO THANK’.
mark blacklock
Couldn’t interest anyone in my spoof restaurant column by an imagined psychotic sushi chef.
helen barrett
A comment piece on the joy of ashtrays.
kyle macneill
Ranking All 21 Named Megabus Coaches by Banter.
mark o’connell
I pitched a piece about underground storage facilities to Esquire, and from the email it’s clear I found it fascinating but I can’t fathom why now.
lauren gilmour
Ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day, a PR asked if I was interested in any ‘inspiring and feel-good Holocaust stories’. Can’t say I’ve ever felt good when reading about the Holocaust, it must be said.
