every single post was reviewed by one of their editors prior to publication. It felt a little bit controlling

That's creepy and is bound to back fire on them. It will basically be censored to what they want to be released and that's shady.

Thanks for all the tips on the groups out there. Actually met you through one and you have helped me out a ton already.

Great article! Looking forward to more of your work.

<3 J. R.