The Advertiser welcomes letters in good taste on any topic. All letters must be submitted with the writer's true name, address and telephone number, which we will use only for verification purposes. Letters are limited to one per writer per month and limited to about 200 words. We cannot accept submissions using the online form from anyone under age 13 in accordance with the federal Children's Online Privacy Protection Act.

To submit your letter, you can e-mail, use our online form, fax, mail or drop it off. See an example of a Letter to the Editor and read our five quick tips for writing one.

Here's an example of a Letter to the Editor:

After a 12-year absence from Hawai'i, I noticed upon my return that many changes have occurred, but also that some things have not.

Of those things that have not changed, the most annoying is the lack of street signs on some city streets. Classic example: the intersection of Auahi and Kamake'e streets. At this busy intersection, there is not a single street sign. That may be fine for people who have lived in the area all their lives, but it certainly is not the case for the rest of us.

How many millions of dollars were proposed to build a new stadium? How about a few bucks for some street signs?

Five quick tips for writing a Letter to the Editor

1. Keep it short (about 200 words) and to the point.
2. If you are referring to an Advertiser story or previous letter, please note the date that it was posted or published.
3. Please keep it civil.
4. Include enough background for the reader to understand your point.
5. Improve your chances of having your letter published and posted by making it timely.