Kindling Paper
Fuelling conversation.
What is Kindling?
Kindling is a ten-minute newspaper that's completely free.
It is there to fuel your discussion while you're hanging out around the fire.
(And when you're done, it can fuel your fire too!)
The Big and Important Question
Every issue is themed around a really critical topic; something fun and inclusive that encourages everyone to share their own take.
New Perspectives
Each issue of Kindling also includes a short piece by someone funny and wise who gives their take on the question, to help get things started.
Facts and Figures
We also include key numbers, top lists, quotes and other trivia, to help keep the discussion going.
Get in touch!
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No AI involved
We're about conversations between humans, so our work is by humans as well.
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A ten minute read
Kindling is short and sweet, designed to be read while your coals are lighting.
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Print only
Kindling is only available IRL, to support those occasions when we're present in person.
The Kindling Library
Our issues are never out of print. And new ones are always on the way. If you're interested in any, let us know!
What is your favourite Keanu Reeves film?
With a guest perspective from Amy Coombe.
Which video game is the most fun to play with friends?
With a guest perspective from Anna Mahtani.
Who is your favourite member of the X-Men?
With a guest perspective from Ben Murphy.
Frequently asked questions
We're all about questions, and have anticipated a few of yours. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, please get in touch!
How much does Kindling cost?
Kindling is completely free! If someone is charging you for it, you have our permission to nick it off of them.
Wait, Kindling is free?
Yup! That's the whole point, really.
How do you make money?
Well, right now - we don't. Paying our contributors and making sure everything is printed nicely is important to us. That's why we're looking for sponsors, partners and even grants. We want to keep the fire going.
Where can I find Kindling?
Keep an eye out for Kindling at butchers, wood suppliers, garden centres, BBQ competitions and anywhere else that supports enthusiastic BBQers. If you're not seeing it someplace you should, drop us a line.
Can I write for Kindling?
Sure! Email us and you'll be the first to know when we're looking for new contributors.
Can I suggest a question for Kindling?
Absolutely. We'll be looking for questions - and people to answer them - in batches, depending on time, money and (above all) interest. Email us to be added to our mailing list and you'll be the first to know.
Is Kindling safe to burn?
It is! Kindling is made of good ol' fashioned 55 gsm newsprint, just like all the other tabloids. One of the reasons we don't have big graphics or photos is so there's not a ton of ink on each page. Kindling makes for great kindling.
Can my company sponsor an issue of Kindling?
Yes, please! We can print up a batch of any issue just for you and your business - and put your logo on it! We're not for profit, so we just ask that you cover the print costs and make a small contribution to future contributors. Just get in touch at jared@kindlingpaper.com
Can my business stock Kindling?
Please! If you'd like a batch of Kindling, let us know at jared@kindlingpaper.com. If you have a specific issue in mind, let us know that too.
Can I subscribe to Kindling?
We're afraid not. We're not really set up that way, but maybe in the future. For now, the best way to get Kindling is to make sure you have a local business that carries it for you!
Is Kindling available online, or as an ebook?
You can't burn an ebook. I mean, maybe you can, but that sounds pretty expensive, and the fumes would be very bad for you. Kindling is paper-only.
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