In this next installment of our popular "Editor-on-Call" series, Estelle Erasmus speaks with Willa Bennett, Editor-in-Chief ofCosmopolitanandSeventeen, both published by Hearst Magazines.

The publishing industry is constantly evolving, but there are still many opportunities for getting published, especially with iconic brands likeCosmopolitanandSeventeen. Whether you're crafting a personal essay or a reported article, this conversation will provide inspiration and valuable insights on how to position your writing for success. Estelle Erasmus, NYU SPS Adjunct Instructor and author of the award-winningWriting That Gets Noticed, will talk with Willa Bennett about what it takes to pitch, submit, and secure a byline in these prominent publications.

Willa Bennett

Willa Bennett is the editor-in-chief ofCosmopolitanandSeventeen. Before joining Hearst Magazines in this role in September 2024, Willa served as editor-in-chief ofHighsnobietywhere, under her leadership, the publisher was awarded 4 National Magazine Awards (ASME), 3 Webby Awards, and 3 Muse Awards. Willa previously held roles leading the social team and strategy atGQand working across audience development at Bustle Digital Group. AForbes30 Under 30 Honoree and a published author, she graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a degree in digital journalism and communications.

Estelle Erasmus

Estelle Erasmus, an award-winning journalist, is the author ofWRITING THAT GETS NOTICED(named a "Best Book for Writers" byPoets & WritersMagazine), a Contributing Editor forWriter's Digest, and host of the podcastFreelance Writing Direct. She is an adjunct instructor for NYU's School of Professional Studies/Center for Publishing and Applied Liberal Arts, has written for over 150 publications, includingThe New York Times,Next Avenue,WIRED,The Independent,The Washington Post, andAARP: The Magazine,and was the editor-in-chief of five national publications. Find out more atestelleserasmus.comand follow her onSubstackand social media: @EstelleSErasmus.