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45 Literary Magazines To Submit To

46 Literary Magazines To Submit To

In this resource, I have handpicked 45 literary magazines that are among the best in their respective genres. While this isn’t a complete list of all 4,800 literary magazines, it is a good place to get started with your research.

If the magazines below don’t fit your particular writing style, check out duotrope.com . It’s a fantastic search engine and aggregator of literary magazines. I find their 100 most favorited markets list particularly helpful (make sure to change the dropdown menu to “Most Favorited Markets”).

If you write science fiction, fantasy, horror, or crime , you can find new anthologies and open submission announcements at Horror Tree .

For a complete explanation of how to research and submit to literary magazines, check out the book  Let’s Write a Short Story!  

Have fun exploring all these literary magazines!

And for help on submitting your short stories for publication , check out this guide on how to publish a short story .

Note : This list changes frequently as new magazines are added and others close. Please check back frequently.

“Literary” Literary Magazines

Tin House Crazy Horse AGNI Black Warrior Review One Story The New Yorker The Threepenny Review Zoetrope: All-Story Boulevard The Sun Magazine McSweeney’s Quarterly Camera Obscura Virginia Quarterly The Atlantic Granta  Pank

Science Fiction / Fantasy Literary Magazines

Strange Horizons Clarkesworld Fantasy & Science Fiction Magazine Apex Magazine Asimov’s Science Fiction Daily Science Fiction Lightspeed Beneath Ceaseless Skies Andromeda Spaceway Inflight Magazine Abyss and Apex Analog Science Fiction and Fact Psuedopod (audio stories!)

Horror Literary Magazines

Horror Tree Unnerving LampLight Nightmare The Horror Zine Liminal

Flash Fiction Magazines*

Short Fiction Break  (up to 2,000 words) Horror Tree (100 words or less) Daily Science Fiction Vestal Review Flash Fiction Online Smokelong Quarterly Foundling Review (up to 2000 words) Every Day Fiction Twenty20 (20 words or less) Brevity (750 words or less)

*Flash Fiction is generally defined as 1000 words or less, although some magazines allow stories as long as 1500 words while others only accept stories under 500.

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Print magazine for Short Fiction ,

PROMPTED is a celebration of the power of inspiration, and the places our imagination can take us with the slightest nudge. Each story is inspired by a one-sentence prompt, and written in a single week.

🌍 Territory:  Worldwide 💰 Submission fee:  $5 Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Invisible City

Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

Invisible City is an online publication of the MFA in Writing Program at the University of San Francisco that publishes in the fall and spring. We seek work that encourages us to see the world from new perspectives and different angles, ones that we may not have previously considered or imagined.

🌍 Territory:  United States 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  2 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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State of Matter

Online magazine for Fiction , Poetry ,

State of Matter is on a quest to define what Speculative Fiction means from a South Asian perspective. We publish fiction and poetry from international authors, with a keen eye for South Asian writing.

🌍 Territory:  India 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Illuminations of the Fantastic

Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry ,

Illuminations of the Fantastic is a monthly online magazine that encompasses works of Fantasy, Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure, Mystery, Poetry, History, Travelogue, Essay, and Review.

🌍 Territory:  Worldwide 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  7 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Outlander Magazine

Outlander is a digital zine and online platform that celebrates the awkward, the eccentric, and the weirdly beautiful. While its website is always open for submission, it also releases four themed issues throughout the year. Outlander is additionally home to THE LAB, an interview platform that amplifies the voices of upcoming creators.

🌍 Territory:  United States 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Pigeon Review

Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Short Fiction ,

A new literary and art magazine dedicated to showcasing emerging artists and writers.

🌍 Territory:  United States 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  12 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Ginosko Literary Journal

Online magazine for Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

Ginosko: A Greek word meaning the recognition of truth from experience.

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Curlew Quarterly

Print & Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Scripts , Short Fiction ,

Curlew Quarterly, New York’s literary and photo journal, publishes poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction, which includes nearly all forms of reporting and journalism. Launched in August of 2017, our printed journal and online Daily celebrate the lives, homes, and work of poets, writers, and distinct professionals living in New York, NY.

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Sky Island Journal

Online magazine for Non-Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction , Translations ,

Sky Island Journal is an independent, international, free-access literary journal. We publish accomplished, well-established authors—side by side—with fresh, emerging voices. Our mission is to provide our over 100,000 readers in 145 countries with a powerful, focused, advertising-free literary experience that transports them: one that challenges them intellectually and moves them emotionally.

🌍 Territory:  United States 💰 Submission fee:  $5 Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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The Raven Review

Online magazine for Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

Based in Central Texas, The Raven Review is a literary magazine that publishes poetry and short fiction that explores the human experience through dark, atmospheric writing. Since 2019, the magazine has been publishing both seasoned and newbie writers with the explicit goal of helping them gain exposure.

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Indie Bites

Print & Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

Indie Bites is a quarterly indie fantasy anthology, created to promote the work of indie authors. It features short fantasy fiction (prose and poetry) from self-published, hybrid and unpublished authors, together with interviews and reviews of indie books from book bloggers.

🌍 Territory:  United Kingdom 💰 Submission fee:  $0 Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Flora Fiction Literary Magazine

Flora Fiction is a collective of creative muses and inspiration. From original writing to reviews in music and entertainment, there’s always something to be discovered.

🌍 Territory:  United States Frequency:  4 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Adelaide Literary Magazine

Print & Online magazine for Art , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

Founded by Stevan V. Nikolic and Adelaide Franco Nikolic in 2015, the magazine’s aim is to publish quality poetry, fiction, nonfiction, artwork, and photography, as well as interviews, articles, and book reviews, written in English and Portuguese.

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Print & Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Short Fiction ,

F(r)iction is a triannual publication that boasts work from both industry legends and emerging writers. Each issue is carefully curated to evaluate an important cultural topic from vastly different perspectives. We accept short fiction, creative nonfiction, flash fiction, comics, and poetry submissions all year round, and also host contests featuring guest judges and cash prizes twice a year (each spring and fall). Every piece published in F(r)iction is also accompanied by custom artwork, making our journal a visual odyssey from cover to cover!

🌍 Territory:  United States 💰 Submission fee:  $3 Frequency:  3 times a year Online submissions: Yes Submission guidelines

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Online magazine for Art , Fiction , Non-Fiction , Poetry , Scripts , Short Fiction ,

Shorts is a free online magazine launched in February 2020 with the aim of bringing together writers and creative artists from all over the world. Shorts particularly encourages submissions from marginalised communities, and from new and emerging writers. Shorts was established in a time of growing isolationism on the part of the UK and the US, and aims to combat this by uniting global creatives and nurturing unheard voices. It is an LGBTQ+ friendly platform with a liberal outlook.

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The halls of literary success are paved with authors who got their start appearing in literary magazines — such as Zora Neale Hurston, Truman Capote, William Faulkner, Edith Wharton, Ursula Le Guin, J.D. Salinger, George Saunders, Alice Munro, Flannery O’Connor, and many more. 

For centuries, literary magazines have highlighted works that would otherwise struggle to reach readers. Poetry, short stories, essays are all forms of writing that own very tiny shares in the publishing landscape — except in the world of literary magazines, where they reign supreme.

If you’re an aspiring author, submitting to literary magazines is a great way to get your foot into the door of the publishing industry, as it allows you to build up your credentials and reach readers. That being said, having your work appear in a literary magazine isn’t as easy as hitting “submit.” While they can act as a stepping stone for writers who wish to go on to have a career in publishing, you shouldn’t view literary magazines as simply a means to an end — if only because doing so will very likely reduce your chances of ever actually being featured in one of them.

And on that note, let’s get started with our first tip for getting your work featured in some of the best literary magazines out there.

Tips for submitting to literary magazines 

Ensure you’re submitting to the right places.

When you think of literary magazines, your mind might automatically go to The New Yorker . Or it might go to independent webzines that specialize in very niche genres. Maybe you think of university-funded quarterlies like The New England Review . All this is to say that the range of lit mags out there is broad and the kinds of things they publish also ranges — from short lit fic to flash space operas, and everything in between. 

So before you decide to submit your short stories or poetry to a magazine, make sure you do your due diligence and research what kinds of things they publish, and where your work is really a match.

Don’t submit to tons of publications all at one

“Cast a wide net” shouldn’t be your mantra when it comes to submitting to lit mags. As mentioned, all magazines have their own styles. So spending your time ensuring your submissions are targeted at the right places is much more valuable than sending your writing to as many different publications as possible. Editors can usually scout fairly quickly the pieces that have been submitted en masse, without any regard for their specific publication.

Instead, make a list of the magazines you want to submit to and group them into tiers. Tier One can be your top five magazines, Tier Two your next five favorite, and so on. This is not only a good way to make sure you’re giving each submission care and attention, it’s also a good way to make sure you don’t get the same piece of writing accepted by two different magazines, forcing you to pull your submission from one of them.

When it comes to making your list, don’t only consider what magazines have prestige, huge audiences, or hefty cash payouts. The best magazines to submit to are the ones that you actually enjoy reading. Because chances are those are the magazines that are going to be most interested in the kind of things you’re writing.

Keep your cover letter short and to-the-point

Editors are not won over by cover letters. If you’ve written a great story and have publishing credentials to boot, sure, your cover letter might help win them over. But if your submission isn’t strong, your cover letter is going to mean nil. So let your cover letter mention the important bits, make sure it provides any specific information that’s requested in the submission guidelines, and let your entry do the heavy lifting. 

Typically, a cover letter will mention a couple of the previous places you’ve been published as well as any other relevant experience you might have. You can also add a personal touch by mentioning a previous story or issue you particularly enjoyed.

What your letter shouldn’t mention is every place you’ve been published (up to 5 will suffice). It shouldn’t summarize your entry, your life story, or your “writing journey,” and any previous experience you mention should be related in some way to writing, publishing, or your entry.

Thoroughly edit your story — and follow submission guidelines!

An editor is probably not going to banish an otherwise very strong entry to the slush pile because of a misplaced typo. That being said, they have lots of reading to do, and while most editors won’t consciously read an entry looking for reasons not to like it, at the end of the day they can only accept so many pieces. So if you make their jobs easier by giving them a reason to pass on your piece, they’re going to take it. If it’s not adequately proofread, there’s only so long someone can continue reading even the strongest writing before the spelling errors convince them to stop.

Another quick way to convince an editor to pass on your entry is to not follow the submission guidelines. If the guidelines ask you to include specific information or to format your story in a certain way, follow those instructions to a tee. If the guide doesn’t tell you how to format your story, go classic: Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. To ensure your submissions look professional, you can always copy and paste them into our free formatting tool, the Reedsy Book Editor !

Editors do want to like your submission

The publishing world is competitive, so it’s natural for authors to stress about all the little details of submitting to a literary magazine — whether to add page numbers to their document, who to address in their cover letter, whether they’ll stand a chance as a brand new author, etc. And while we did just mention that editors generally won’t put up a fight if you give them a reason to pass on your entry, they also won’t toss aside a submission they love just because the full package isn’t 100% perfect.

Remember, editors are looking for quality art they feel is going to resonate with their readers. If you can provide them with that, they’re going to be on your side.

Don’t just do it for the money or prestige

If you’re submitting to lit mags with the hopes of raking in the cash, you are more than likely going to be disappointed. Sure, there are some big-time magazines out there that offer larger paycheques to their writers and widespread readership, but many of them don’t accept unsolicited submissions — or come with extremely steep competition.

Most literary magazines are run on very tiny budgets that can’t afford to pay the writers they feature. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t submit to them. The exposure and credibility an emerging writer can gain from having their work featured across a number of smaller, indie publications are still very valuable and shouldn’t be overlooked.

Have fun — and be proud of what you publish!

Yes, having your work appear in literary magazines can help build up your publishing resume. But if you’re not writing and publishing work you feel really proud of, what’s the point? Readers don’t need more stories that make it into magazines because they follow the right trends or say the right things, we want literature that the author clearly loved writing. 

So, as we mentioned earlier, don’t just submit a piece because you think it’s going to get you somewhere. Submit something because you think it’s strong, unique, and worthwhile. Write and submit work you can proudly stand by! 

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40+ literary magazines that pay writers & charge no submission fee

I started compiling a list of literary magazines that pay writers and have no submission fee simply because I’m broke. I’m a college student, and while a $3 fee per submission doesn’t seem like a lot— it adds up. 

The submission process is a game. I’ll submit one story to multiple magazines and expect multiple rejections in return. Everything about the submission process takes time: writing the piece, editing, submitting, organizing submissions, and more.

I love writing, but it is a time commitment. Having lists of journals that fit certain criteria helps to streamline the process.

Many literary magazines that don’t offer payment are still amazing journals with phenomenal people behind them. However, it feels good to be rewarded for your writing. I wish you all the best of luck with the submission process.

Baltimore Review  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 5000 words) and poetry.  Pays: $40/piece  baltimorereview.org

Banshee: A Literary Journal  Publishes stories, essays, flash fiction, and poetry.  Pays: Yes  bansheelit.com

Bennington Review  Publishes fiction, poetry, nonfiction, hybrid, translations, and reviews.  Pays: $100/prose that is six pages or under, $200/prose that is over six pages, $20/poem  benningtonreview.org

Blue Marble Review  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (under 1500 words) and poetry by writers between the ages of 13 – 22.  Pays: $30/piece  bluemarblereview.com

Blue Route, The  Publishes fiction and poetry by undergraduate students only.  Pays: $25  widenerblueroute.org

Book XI  Publishes any creative work that is philosophically informed. Pays: $200/piece $50/poetry  bookxi.org

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Canthius Publishes feminist prose (max 3000 words) and poetry  Pays: $50 for one page, $75 for two pages, $100 for three, $125 for four pages, and $150 for five pages or more. canthius.com  

Cincinnati Review, The Publishes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, hybrid, and micro (max 500 words). Pays: $25/per a page of fiction, $30/per a page of poetry in the print journal cincinnatireview.com  

City. River. Tree.  Publishes any genre with a word limit of 100 – 500. Pays: $0.02/word ($2 min, $10 max) cityrivertree.com

CRAFT   Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 6000 words), flash (max 1000 words), and micro-fiction has a focus on writings that deal with craft.  Pays: $200/fiction and nonfiction $100/flash  craftliterary.com

Corvid Queen  Publishes fiction (max 5000 words), nonfiction, and poetry that deal with feminist folktales and myths.  Pays: $5  corvidqueen.com

down river road  Publishes fiction and nonfiction between 2000 – 5000, flash fiction 500 – 1500, poetry, reviews, and interviews.  Pays: $30/piece  downriverroad.org

Extra Teeth  Publishes fiction and nonfiction between 800 – 4000 words. Pays: £100/piece extrateeth.co.uk

Fiction Desk, The  Publishes fiction between 1000 – 10000 words. Pays: £25 per thousand words  thefictiondesk.com

fractured literary  Publishes flash and micro fiction.  Pays: $50/micro and $75/flash  fracturedlit.com

Funicular Magazine Publishes fiction, poetry, and flash (max 1000 words) Pays: $10/per a page for fiction (up to a maximum of $100) $25/flash and poetry.  funicularmagazine.com

Grain   Publishes fiction/nonfiction (max 3500 words), poetry, comics, and plays. Pays: $50/per a page with a max payment of $250  grainmagazine.ca

Isele Magazine  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 8000 words) and reviews.  Pays: Yes  iselemagazine.com

Lor Journal  Publishes fiction, poetry, essay, and reviews. Short content and prioritizes emerging and marginalized writers.  Pays: $50/piece  lorjournal.wordpress.com

Lumin   Publishes anti-colonial experimental prose and poetry.   Pays: Yes lumin-press.com

Malahat Review, The  Publishes fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and translations.  Pays: CAD $70/page malahatreview.ca  

Matter Press: Journal of Compressed Creative Arts  Publishes all forms compressed writing (flash, micro prose poetry). Pays: $50/piece  matterpress.com/journal    

Middle House Review Publishes fiction (max 7000 words), flash (max 2000 words), poetry.  Pays: $25/piece  middlehousereview.com

Minola Review  Publishes prose, poetry, reviews, and creative nonfiction from nonbinary and those who identify and women writers. Pays: $175/prose and $25/poem  minolareview.com  

Mud Season Review  Publishes fiction, nonfiction, poetry  Pays: $50/piece  mudseasonreview.com

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Mumber Mag Publishes fiction, flash, poetry, nonfiction  Pays: $50/piece, $25/poem and flash  mumbermag.me

Neon Magazine  Publishes prose and poetry that is dark, speculative, and surreal. Pays: 2p per word/fiction, 20p per line/poetry  neonmagazine.co.uk

New Yorker, The  Publishes fiction, poems, and translations  Pays: Yes  newyorker.com

One Story Publishes fiction between 3,000 – 8,000 words and translations.  Pays: $500 one-story.com

Pandemic Publications  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 3000 words), poetry.  Pays: $120/fiction and nonfiction $50/poem  pandemicpublications.com

Paranoid Tree Press  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 400 words) and poetry.  Pays: $50/piece  paranoidtree.com  

Raconteur Magazine  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 2000 words) and poetry (max 500 words).  Pays: $10/fiction and nonfiction $5/poetry  raconteurmag.com

Room Magazine  Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 3500 words) and poetry all by marginalized genders. Pays: Between CAD $50 – $200  roommagazine.com

SmokeLong Quarterly Publishes flash narratives, nonfiction, hybrid, fiction (max 1000 words). Pays: $100/story  smokelong.com

Sonder Magazine  Publishes fiction and nonfiction between 1000 – 2500 words and flash (max 700 words) Pays: €300/piece sonderlit.com

Sunlight Press, The  Publishes personal essays, fiction, poetry, reviews.  Pays: $40/essays, $40/fiction, $30/first poem accepted ($10 for additional poems) thesunlightpress.com  

Threepenny Review, The Publishes poems, stories, critical articles, and memoire. Pays: $400/story and $200/poem threepennyreview.com

Trampset   Publishes fiction and nonfiction (max 3000 words), poems, and translations  Pays: $25/piece trampset.org

Vast Chasm Magazine   Publishes fiction, nonfiction (max 5000 words), poetry, hybrid, genreless writing  Pays: $50/piece vastliterarypress.org

Velvet Giant, A   Publishes genreless writing Pays: $20 per an author  avelvetgiant.com

VIDA Review, The  Publishes fiction, poetry, nonfiction, reviews, and interviews by marginalized groups  Pays: $40/piece  vidaweb.org

West Review, The  Publishes poetry and will very rarely publish prose  Pays: $10 westreview.org

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If you’re writing poetry, short stories, creative nonfiction, or essays, then literary magazines are your best friends. But at first glance, the world of literary journals can be intimidating. The submission guidelines often vary from one publication to another, and each journal seems to have its own special etiquette that you must try to decipher. And then there are the oodles of rejection letters that writers receive over the course of their careers. The entire process can be quite overwhelming. You probably have a lot of questions.

Fortunately, the submission strategy experts here at Writer’s Relief have a lot of answers. We know the ins and outs of getting poems, short stories, and personal essays published in literary magazines. And guess what? It may not be as difficult to get published as you think!

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FAQs About Literary Journals And Magazines

Q.: What Is The Definition A Literary Magazine (AKA Literary Journal)?

A.: A literary magazine is a publication of collected works by various authors. Writers can submit their writing to editors of literary journals at different times during the year depending on reading dates. Submissions can be unsolicited (not requested) or solicited. Literary magazines feature poems, short stories, and essays that are written by new, unpublished writers, or by well-known authors. Each literary magazine has its own style and focus.

The number of people who staff a literary magazine can run from a single editor working alone from home, right up to a large team of volunteer readers and paid staffers who unite to put out multiple issues of a magazine every year.

Writer’s Relief maintains a HUGE database of literary magazines. The database is updated daily, based on not only the information that is available to the public, but also on insider information gleaned from managing our clients’ submissions to various editors. Tracking many years’ worth of personal comments on submissions means that we know what editors like, and we make it our goal to connect writers with the editors who will fall in love with their work.

Q.: How Much Do Literary Magazines And Journals Pay Creative Writers?

A.: Many new writers get excited about literary magazines because it’s heartening to know there’s a community eager to publish new poems, stories, and essays. But hot on the heels of a writer’s interest in a literary magazine is this common question: How much do literary magazines and journals pay?

Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that a writer will be able to make any significant income by publishing in literary journals. Literary magazines are rarely able to pay creative writers for the privilege of publishing an accepted poem, story, or essay. And the literary journals that do pay writers are rarely able to pay much beyond a token honorarium.

Editors aren’t being stingy: Budgets at many literary journals are very tight. To stay afloat fiscally, literary magazines often rely on grants, predetermined budgets set by academic committees, or small subscription bases. Some literary magazines host writing contests to generate income. Many editors wish they could pay their writers for the right to publish accepted submissions. Learn more about the reasons literary magazine editors rarely pay writers money .

That said, there are some literary magazines that do pay writers for the right to publish poems, short stories, essays, and the like. Here are a few places to start your research to find literary journals that pay:

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Q.: What Are The Benefits And Advantages Of Getting Published In Literary Magazines?

A.: Most writers submit their poems, stories, and essays to literary journals in order to gain exposure for their writing. Getting published in a literary magazine is one of the best ways to build a strong reputation as a creative writer. Literary agents and publishers often read literary journals to discover exciting new voices. In the publishing industry and in academia, publishing in literary journals is a rite of passage that is, in some circles, an expected first step in a writer’s career.

Need more convincing? Read this: 33 Great Reasons Why You Should Submit Your Writing To Literary Magazines | Writer’s Relief .

Q.: What Is The Difference Between A Literary Journal And A Literary Magazine?

A.: Most of the time, the definition of a literary journal is synonymous with the definition of a literary magazine. At one point in the history of publishing, the pages of a literary journal may have been bound differently, and presented in a slightly different physical format, than a literary magazine. But these days, the distinction between a literary magazine and a literary journal has largely disappeared (especially now that so many literary journals and magazines have converted to digital format).

Q.: What Genres Are Published In Literary Journals?

A.: The majority of literary journals publish a mix of short stories, personal essays (nonfiction), and poetry. They might also include some visual artwork, interviews with authors, and book reviews.

Though many literary magazines accept a wide array of genres, some specialize in one genre. For example: One literary journal might exclusively publish flash fiction, while another might be dedicated to publishing “long” short stories.

Literary magazines can also be organized by theme (love, nature, food, etc.) or by authorial interests/ethnicity/place of residence.

Read more: 6 Surprising Things Literary Journal Editors Love To Publish .

Q.: What Style Of Writing Is Most Common In Literary Magazines?

A.: These days, many editors of literary journals are interested in publishing creative writing that has a literary sensibility. That means, the majority of literary magazines are interested in writing that’s a little challenging, thoughtful, experimental, intelligent, and emotional—writing that might not find a home at a commercial publishing house. However, you will also find literary magazines that specialize in genres that are historically considered commercial: detective stories, romances, etc.

Learn more about the difference between literary and commercial writing.

Q.: What Does A Literary Magazine Editor Actually Do For Writers?

A.: Editors at literary journals read through submissions, facilitate conversations about manuscripts and publishing, make decisions about which works to accept, write up editorial requests and assist authors with revisions, proofread and format, and much more.

Q.: Which Is Better For A Writer’s Career: Publishing In Digital Literary Journals Or Printed Literary Magazines?

A.: When literary magazines began moving into digital format, some writers resisted the change—in part because of the nostalgic draw of holding a physical copy of a printed publication. But now, online literary publications are as reputable, profitable, and career-building as print literary journals—if not more.

Publishing in online literary magazines offers benefits that publishing in print sometimes cannot:

  • Online archives have a longer shelf life than printed periodicals.
  • Online literary magazines are easily accessed by (and discovered by) readers as well as publishing professionals.
  • Online literary journals nominate for many of the same literary awards as print publications.
  • Online literary publications often cultivate larger readerships than print magazines thanks in part to simpler (and cheaper) distribution.
  • Readers (and writers) find it easier to share online literary magazines, increasing the likelihood of a work going viral.

Focusing your publishing efforts on building your reputation, as opposed to pursuing a specific publishing medium, is a stronger, smarter approach to establishing a successful writing career.

Q.: How Can You Determine The Reputation Of A Literary Journal?

A.: To evaluate the reputation of a literary magazine, there are a few criteria you can consider:

  • Professional credentials of the editors and the writers who are published in the magazine
  • Quality of production (design, proofreading, etc.)
  • The magazine’s ability to nominate its writers for major literary awards
  • The longevity of the magazine (how long it has been around can give a hint as to how likely it is that it will keep going)
  • Whether or not you personally see value in the content (because your opinion matters!)

Here at Writer’s Relief, we recommend that writers submit their work to a range of literary magazines, which means focusing not only on top-tier, famous literary publications, but also on reputable mid-size and even small periodicals. There are many advantages of this approach: So-called small publications can have a big effect on a writer’s career by way of exposure, award nominations, networking opportunities, and more.

Q.: Which Literary Magazines Publish Submissions By New And Unpublished Writers?

A.: Very few editors of literary magazines would turn away talented new writers just because they’d never been published. That said, some literary journals do tend to give priority to established writers. However, there are many others who welcome writing submissions from unpublished writers. In fact, many editors consider it a badge of honor to discover the next great writer in their pile of unsolicited submissions.

Here’s where you can learn more about how new writers can get published in literary journals.

Q.: What Formatting Rules Should Writers Know For Submitting To Literary Magazines?

A.: If the submissions guidelines page of a literary journal’s website doesn’t specify a format for submitted work, writers would do well to follow customary publishing industry protocol. Contact information in the upper left corner, standard fonts and margins, and headers that include name and page number will rarely rub editors the wrong way.

Most editors at literary magazines also like to read a cover letter or at least an author bio from writers who are hoping to secure publication.

Q.: What Are The Most Common Mistakes That Creative Writers Make When Submitting To Literary Magazines?

A.: If you’re a new writer trying to get published in a literary journal, here are the common mistakes that you’ll want to avoid!

Skipping the cover letter.  If a literary magazine editor indicates that he or she wants to read a cover letter, seize the opportunity to make a personal connection.

Ditching the author bio.  Some writers neglect to include an author bio in order to make a statement that only the written manuscript should matter in the editor’s decision to publish or not to publish. Other writers skip the author bio simply because they have a lack of publishing credits . Whatever your opinion, know this: If a literary magazine editor asks you for a bio, then you skip it at your own risk.

Clicking “send” too quickly.  Never hit the “send” button until you’re sure your submission is thoroughly proofread. You may even want to consider  working with a professional proofreader when submitting your creative writing to literary magazines and journals.

Narrowing the market.  Many writers get hung up on the notion that big-name literary magazines are the only worthwhile publications. Unfortunately, this mind-set often leads to limited publishing opportunities, especially for new writers.

Submitting without researching first.  Some writers send their creative writing to any and every literary magazine under the sun. This is not a policy we endorse. If you get a reputation for submission spam, you could find yourself blacklisted.

Ignoring submission guidelines.  Editors have told us that their number one pet peeve is submissions that totally ignore the submission guidelines. That said, many editors are flexible and may accept valid explanations for ignoring minor elements of submission guidelines.

And the number one, most common mistake writers make when submitting to literary magazines…

Not submitting frequently enough.

If you can’t find a home for a truly good piece of writing, chances are you’ve given up too quickly. There are thousands of literary magazines out there. It can take time to find the right one. But with time constraints, research frustrations, query/cover letter etiquette questions, and countless insecurities, it’s a wonder some writers get any submissions out the door at all!

Q.: Are There Any Companies That Help Writers Get Their Writing Published In Literary Magazines And Journals?

A.: Yes! Writer’s Relief has been helping creative writers get published in literary journals since 1994. Our clients have had their poems, stories, and essays published in thousands of reputable literary magazines. We help new writers nab their first coveted publications and established writers to spend more time writing and less time wading through the busywork and research of making submissions.

Check out some of the countless reviews and testimonials for Writer’s Relief . Then, reach out to us to learn how we can help you get published in literary magazines and literary journals.

Question: Did we answer your questions about literary journals? If not, post your question in the comment section!

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Thanks for these tips. Question: I’ve had a number of publications in literary magazines under my full, three-pronged name. I’ve been subject to some persuasive arguments lately that I should switch to using two initials and a single surname (easier to say, and also gender-neutral). At this point in the game, I’m wondering how that would affect my writer’s bio, and whether I should just continue with my 6-syllable full name. I can’t seem to pull up any advice on the matter with a Google search. Please advise!

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Hi Melinda,

Your name is not overly difficult to say or pronounce, so there’s no real reason to change it. But if you want to be MP Wiltshire, that’s your prerogative. You could state in your cover letter, “previous publications under the name Melinda Price Wiltshire,” but then that cancels out any deception about your gender to the editor.

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From what I’ve seen, many literary magazines do not accept submissions that have been posted elsewhere, including social media. If I submit a piece to social media for proofreading, then make revisions to the piece, will these literary magazines still not accept it? Thanks in advance!

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Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions in 2024

Asimov’s science fiction, the georgia review, the gettysburg review, harper’s magazine, the iowa review, the kenyon review, narrative magazine, new england review, the new yorker, the paris review, ploughshares, poetry magazine, the sewanee review, the sun magazine.

Are you a creative or literary writer looking to share your words with a larger audience of your peers? Then look no further than these literary magazines accepting submissions!

The new year is just around the corner and there are plenty of literary magazines looking for high-quality writing for their next issue. Here is a list of some of the best literary magazines accepting submissions for next year. 

A photograph of a styled scene. There is a market bag with oranges on the left, and a pile of four books on the right. This is to represent the article listing 18 literary magazines accepting submissions.

Literary magazines are periodicals, which are dedicated to publishing poetry, short stories, essays and more from writers at every stage of their careers. Here are 18 now accepting submissions. Unless otherwise indicated, all payments are in American Dollars.

AGNI , Boston University’s literary magazine, accepts a wide variety of works for their online and print publications. The publication accepts poems, short stories, think pieces, essays, reviews and memoirs from writers all around the world. 

  • Submission dates: September 1 to December 15; February 14 to May 31
  • Payment: $20 per page for prose; $40 per page for poetry (to a maximum of $300)

The world’s leading science fiction magazine, Asimov’s Science Fiction , seeks character-oriented stories examining the human experience. They accept stories between 1,000 and 20,000 words from a wide range of topics in the science fiction genre. 

  • Submission dates: Rolling
  • Payment: $0.08 to $0.10 per word for stories up to 7,500 words; $0.08 per word for stories over 7,500 words; $1 per line of poetry, up to 40 lines

Since 1947, the University of Georgia has published The Georgia Review . The goal of this publication is to promote essays, poems, book reviews and fiction that challenges readers and creates dialogue.

  • Submission dates: August 16 to May 14
  • Payment: $50 per page of prose (up to $800); $4 per line of poetry (up to $800); $150 for book reviews

Printed at the University of Gettysburg, The Gettysburg Review is one of the top literary magazines in the United States. This publication seeks high-quality submissions of poetry, fiction, essays and essay reviews for their tri-annual issues. 

  • Submission dates: September 1 to May 31; graphics accepted year-round
  • Payment: $3 per line of poetry (maximum $300); $30 per page of prose 

Granta is a literary magazine devoted to promoting talented new voices in the literary writing world. Each year, this publication accepts unsolicited poetry, fiction and nonfiction work during their four reading periods. Granta strives to open doors and remove barriers by offering 200 free submissions per year to low-income and/or marginalized writers. 

  • Submission dates: March 1 to 31; June 1 to 30; September 1 to 30; December 1 to 31
  • Payment: The website states they pay “professional rates”

Harper’s Magazine publishes fiction and non-fiction pieces in each of their monthly issues. To submit a non-fiction piece, writers must send a query to their New York City office. For fiction, Harper’s Magazine accepts unsolicited submissions of physical copies. 

  • Payment: Unspecified

Published three times a year through the University of Iowa, The Iowa Review has been continuously published for more than 50 years. The Iowa Review accepts online and hard copy submissions of unpublished poetry, fiction and non-fiction work.

  • Submission dates: August 1 to October 1 for fiction and poetry; August 1 to November 1 for non-fiction
  • Payment: $1.50 per line of poetry (minimum $100); $0.08 per word of prose (minimum $100)

The 2024 themes for The Kenyon Review  are extinction, writing from rural spaces and literary curiosities. This literary magazine accepting submissions is seeking essays, short fiction, flash fiction, poetry, plays and excerpts of larger works through their online portal.

  • Submission dates: September 1 to 30
  • Payment: $80 to $450 for prose ($0.08 per word); $40 to $200 for poetry ($0.16 per word)

Narrative is a nonprofit organization devoted to supporting and promoting literary writers and improving literacy worldwide. Narrative Magazine accepts a wide variety of submissions through their online portal and also awards annual prizes for the best works in multiple categories. 

  • Payment: $200 minimum for poems; $250 to $500 for manuscripts between 500 and 2,000 words; $500 to $1,000 for manuscripts between 2,000 and 15,000 words; $100 for reader’s narratives

New England Review is seeking submissions for all genres, particularly fiction, non-fiction, dramatic writing and poetry from writers of all backgrounds. Writers can submit their unpublished work to New England Review online portal or through the mail along with a cover letter.

  • Submission dates: September 1 to November 1; March 1 to May 1
  • Payment: $50 and one-year magazine subscription (for publication in NER Digital); $20 per page plus two copies of the issue and a one-year subscription (for publication in the journal)

The New Yorker , often thought of as the top literary magazine in the world, accepts submissions of cartoons, letters to the editor, shouts and murmurs, fiction and poetry. 

As the name suggests, One Story focuses on publishing one story at a time. This literary publication launched in 2002, after the publishers noticed many small literary magazines shutting down and short stories disappearing from mainstream publications. One Story is seeking submissions of short stories of any style and topic between 3,000 and 8,000 words.

  • Submission dates: Opening in early 2024
  • Payment: $500 and 25 contributors copies

The Paris Review  accepts hard-copy unpublished works of prose and poetry at different points of the year for their quarterly issues. 

  • Submission dates: March and September for prose; January, April, July and October for poetry
  • Payment: $100 per poem; $1,000 to $3,000 for fiction; reimburses expenses for nonfiction projects

Ploughshares at Emerson College is a leading literary magazines and publishes short-form and long-form works including fiction, nonfiction and poetry. 

  • Submission dates: June 1 to January 15 
  • Payment: $45 per printed page; $90 minimum per title; $450 maximum per author

POETRY Magazine publishes all types of unpublished poetry, including text, audio, video and visual formats as well as some prose works. 

  • Submission dates: September 16 to June 14
  • Payment: $10 per line (minimum $300) for text poems; $300 for visual, audio and video poems; $150 per page for prose

Dating back to 1892, The Sewanee Review is the oldest continuously published quarterly literary magazine in America. The publication accepts submissions of essays, poems and book reviews through their online portal most of the year. 

  • Submission dates: September 1 to May 31
  • Payment: Minimum $100 for poetry and $300 for prose plus more depending on line and word count

The Sun Magazine publishes thought-provoking poems, essays, short stories and black-and-white photographs by new and established contributors from around the world. 

  • Payment: $200+ based on length

Formerly Crazyhorse, swamp pink publishes a semi-monthly online literary magazine featuring fiction, non-fiction and poetry. 

  • Submission dates: September 1 to December 31; February 1 to May 31; prize submissions are accepted in January
  • Payment: $40 for poems; $0.05 per word for prose

Whether you’re new to the literary world or well-versed, submitting your best creative or thought-provoking pieces to a variety of literary magazines is a great way to get your work and name out there.

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Welcome to our list of the top 50 literary magazines. Our criteria for this list have changed. We considered a wide range of standards for this list. We looked at close to 20 data points. The most important criteria we used this time were:

  • The date of founding.
  • The number of national anthologies publications (and we looked at many of them).
  • The quality of work and names of past authors published in the magazine.

We have a database listing 1000s of magazines:   Find a complete list of literary magazines here.

We were the first site on the web to develop a list of the top 50 literary magazines. Many news outlets and websites have copied this list. Our methods are systematic in compiling numbers for placement on the list. This list aims to help writers find a place to publish their writing that will get them recognition. When a magazine is published over a long period and is recognized nationally, it gives authors more opportunities for exposure. Also, these magazines have a very good name in literary circles. Many will not agree and feel we’ve left a good or great publication off the list. That’s okay. The best thing to do is leave a comment below.

This list of top 50 literary magazines culminates in 20 years of hard work. I first thought about this list when I got my BFA in Creative Writing. In the early days of the internet, people in the BFA and MFA programs would talk about good and bad literary magazines. It took a lot of work to find online publications. Only some reputable magazines took online submissions. At that time, I started collecting a list of magazines. It was the Big List, and it started this site. Then I put this list together. I started looking for the best literary magazines, and then later, I realized I could turn different indicators into a point system, and so on. Later as EWR grew, others helped to compile this list. These magazines are very special to us; we purposefully constructed this list. It’s one of the reasons it takes so long to update.

We have also included interviews with some of the editors of these magazines. It was an honor to interview them, and we recommend you read those interviews. The editors tell you what they are looking to publish in their magazines. The best practice and best way to get your work published in these Top 50 literary magazines are by reading them. Understand what they want before you submit your manuscript. Having a thriving scholarly community is about supporting each other, not just supporting your work by publishing with them. Now here is our list of the top 50 literary magazines.

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1  new yorker .

Since 1925 this magazine has published some of the best writers in the country. They consistently publish outstanding work. Please support them. They have over a million readers.

2  Ploughshares

Founded in 1971, Ploughshares is our best and highest-ranked university non-commercial literary magazine. It is more honored by national anthologies than any other magazine except the New Yorker. It is an outstanding publication. We had the honor a little while back of  interviewing Editor Ladette Randolph . Ploughshares is excellent and exceptional. Please support them.

3  Paris Review

The Paris Review started in 1953 and is one of the best-known literary magazines in the world. It is constantly publishing great authors and great works.

4  New England Review

It started in 1978 and is one of the country’s best-known and best-loved literary magazines. It is outstanding.

An outstanding literary magazine that has been publishing since 1889. They are honored with awards often.

6  Harper’s Magazine

Founded in 1850 and has always been honored. It is an outstanding commercial literary magazine with a circulation of 220,000 readers.

7  Kenyon Review

Since 1939 the Kenyon Review has been one of the best literary magazines in the country. You can always find great writers on its pages. It started in 1939. We recently interviewed the great  Poet David Baker , one of the editors of the Kenyon Review. The magazine is one of the best out there, always.

8  Georgia Review

It started in 1947 and has won many awards. It is a significant literary magazine that publishes great authors and great works.

9  Southern Review

Originally started in 1935, Southern Review has contributed to great literature for over 50 years. A publication of the Louisiana State University and a great literary magazine.

10  Virginia Quarterly Review

One of the very best journals out there. This journal is often honored and published by The University of Virginia since 1925.

11  Threepenny Review

Founded in 1980 and is one of the best literary magazines out there. It’s always in national anthologies and winning awards. We had the honor of interviewing the Threepenny Review editor Wendy Lesser a little while ago; please  check out the interview .

12  American Short Fiction

Founded in 1991, the magazine is always a leading source of well-honored fiction. The magazine takes online submissions. Buy the magazine, read the magazine, and support it.

13  Yale Review

For 100 years, this literary magazine has published great works by great authors. It’s always worth a read and a submission.

14  Southwest Review

This literary magazine can trace its roots back to 1915. Published by Southern Methodist University, the magazine is consistently publishing great work.

15 Green Mountain Review

Green Mountain Review, or GMR, was founded in 1987; they consistently win awards and publish famous names in the literary world. Northern Vermont University publishes them. 

16  Iowa Review

Founded in 1970, this literary magazine publishes excellent work again and again.

17 Painted Bride Quarterly 

Published in 1973 in Philadelphia, PBQ puts forth amazing authors in poetry and fiction. 

18  American Poetry Review

This literary magazine only published poetry and was founded in 1976. It is one of the top 2 poetry magazines in the country.

Poetry is the best poetry magazine in the country, hands down. They were founded in 1912 and consistently published great poets. 

20  Zoetrope All-Story

Founded by Francis Ford Coppola in 1997, the literary magazine consistently publishes outstanding works of fiction.

21  One Story

Launched in 2002 and immediately began getting recognition for its high-quality stories. They publish fiction only.

22  Zyzzyva

First published in 1985 and has published wonderful stories every year it has been in circulation. They are consistently honored.

Boston University has published them since 1972. This literary journal is continuously publishing great work.

24  Antioch Review

Since 1941, The Antioch Review has published great authors and excellent writing. We love the Antioch review. 

25  Michigan Quarterly Review

MQR began publishing in 1962; they are continuously publishing outstanding work. The University of Michigan publishes them.

26  Gettysburg Review

The Gettysburg Review, founded in 1988, publishes fiction, essays, and poetry. They publish quarterly and have won numerous awards and honors. 

27  Prairie Schooner

This literary magazine has been published since 1927 and is among the best. 

28  Cincinnati Review

Starting in 2003, this literary magazine has published many outstanding authors and outstanding works.   

29  Colorado Review

In 1956 Colorado State University established the Colorado Review. They consistently publish good work from authors.

30  Boulevard

The literary magazine has been publishing great work since 1985. It’s one of the best.

31  Harvard Review

The Harvard Review started in 1986, publishes top writers in the country, and has won many awards and honors. 

32  Subtropics

This literary magazine has only been published for six years but has been honored so many times it made our list.

33  Shenandoah 

This literary magazine began publishing in 1949 and is one of the best.

34  Five Points

Five Points is published by Georgia State University and is in our top 10 of these 50 for always being in national anthologies and winning awards. Founded in 1996 still less than 20 years old, but a great literary magazine.

35  Conjunctions

An outstanding literary magazine from Bard College, they do have online content.

Published by Cornell University since 1947 and always publishes great authors and excellent writing.

37  Hudson Review

Founded in 1947, this literary magazine publishes outstanding work and authors.

38  Triquarterly

Founded in 1958, Triquarterly has continuously published great work. The magazine is honored often by national anthologies.

39  Alaska Quarterly Review

Founded in 1980 and published at the University of Alaska of Anchorage. The magazine publishes excellent work.

40  The Missouri Review

Since 1978 this magazine has won many honors and has published great works by great authors. The Missouri Review is one of those old.

41  A Public Space

The site was founded in 2006 but has won many honors in the short time it has been published.

42  Chicago Review

Founded in 1946 this literary magazine is consistently publishing great works.

43  Black Warrior Review

This literary magazine was founded in 1947 and has continuously published great authors. The Black Warrior Review is consistently publishing outstanding works by notable authors. We are big fans of this unique and long-standing magazine.

44  Witness

First published in 1987 the literary magazine has come on strong lately with many honors.

45  Barrow Street

The literary magazine only accepts poetry and was founded in 1998—one of the best.

46  New Ohio Review

Starting in 2006, this Ohio University Magazine has consistently published outstanding work from the day it opened. They have an excellent site on the web and online submissions.

47  Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse was established in 1960. The magazine is consistently publishing excellent writing by fantastic authors. We highly recommend you pick up a copy. 

48 Hanging Loose

Hanging Loose first appeared in 1966. They have won many awards, and their authors appear regularly in national anthologies. 

49  Narrative 

Since 2003 they have published fiction and poetry by great authors. We had them listed as the best online literary magazine, and they do have an excellent website, but they now publish in the real world, so we’ve moved them. This magazine is certainly worth reading and paying attention to.

50  Ecotone

The University of North Carolina-Wilmington established Ecotone in 2005. They consistently publish good work.

How did we come up with this top 50 literary magazines list? It’s challenging! Some other lists on the web tally the most appearance in Best American Short Stories or other anthologies. The literary magazine gets points for the years it has been publishing. Then we tally the appearances of these literary magazines in several national anthologies. We then give points for specific awards like Pushcart. We turn all these into a point system and then rank the magazines. So it would be like this, the top 50 magazines in order are based on age + awards + anthology appearances =best. This list was number one for literary magazines for the last ten years. It’s a detailed process. We hope this list of Top 50 literary magazines is helpful.

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Real Writer says

March 24, 2017 at 9:13 am

Any idea why The Atlantic fell off the list? The last time I checked (maybe a couple of years ago), it was #3. That seems like a pretty precipitous drop, unless you excluded it for some reason.

Adela Brito says

June 22, 2023 at 9:31 am

I think they stopped publishing fiction, and do more news oriented essay type pieces.

Jersey Pinoy says

April 4, 2017 at 4:49 pm

ZYZZYVA also publishes poetry.

Every Writer says

April 6, 2017 at 8:31 am

Thank you Jersey!

Mike Pulley says

June 10, 2017 at 1:14 pm

Good list! However, I’ve got one correction for you. I clicked on the link above for Ecotone, and it took me to the magazine’s website. I clicked on its “About” page and it says that it was launched in 2005 by the University of North Carolina-Wilmington, not University of South Carolina, as you state above. I’m at Clemson and have connections to University of South Carolina. Its literary publication is called Yemassee. Hope that helps!

August 4, 2017 at 12:15 pm

We are working on updates. Sorry about the errors. Our site is about 10,000 pages, so sometimes it’s hard to make all the changes we want to make. If you see errors point them out. Mike, I’ve made the changes you pointed to. Thank you so much, and yes, it does help.

Rachel says

August 8, 2017 at 2:21 pm

Thank you for all your work! I’m chiming in to say that Michigan Quarterly Review now accepts online submissions via Submittable.

August 8, 2017 at 2:56 pm

Your comment popped up in my board, but it was so difficult to find where you left this. These new reply buttons. I made the changes…thank you for the note.

Cincinnati Review says

August 7, 2017 at 9:10 am

Hello there from Cincinnati Review! We do have online submissions now–in fact, we accept only online submissions. Thanks for the list!

August 7, 2017 at 12:41 pm

This is great to hear. I will make the update soon.

DeWitt Henry says

August 7, 2017 at 12:31 pm

Where are the online magazines? For my own tops list on the net, see my website or my monthly column of “literary booksmarks”

Please don’t just come by to plug your site. We have a large listing of literary magazines, print and online at on our literary magazines pages: https://www.everywritersresource.com/literarymagazines/ I’ve been listing them on this site since 1999.

April 5, 2022 at 10:23 am

With the exception of Granta, this list is so … Ameircan.

August 7, 2017 at 5:12 pm

Disappointing to see a list like this base so heavily on biased anthology presence. The next article should be about how basing a list of “best” on metrics that are skewed towards cis-hetero white men is flawed. Also, as someone else said, where are the online literary journals that are doing the work right now? Meh, won’t be bookmarking this.

Teny C. Williams says

June 23, 2018 at 2:33 pm

I’m not sure what journals you are referring to as skewed to cis-hetero white men. The three I subscribe to (university journals), and others I grab off the stands, are heavily weighted to feminist and LGBT points of view, with a fair bit of Social Justice War-making.

William Humphrey says

August 7, 2017 at 11:44 pm

Please correct me if I’m wrong, but shouldn’t the 6th to the last word of the introductory paragraph be “past”? Or are you referring to necrotic authors?

August 8, 2017 at 12:18 am

You are of course correct, what really needs to be done is the entire thing needs to be rewritten. I’m sorry for all the mistakes. It was botched long ago. The rewrites coming.

August 8, 2017 at 12:20 am

You should think about writing for our contest. https://www.everywritersresource.com/every-writer-halloween-50-word-scary-story-contest/ It’ll make you feel better about all the things that have gone wrong in the world.

Stephanie G'Schwind says

August 8, 2017 at 11:13 am

Just to clarify: Colorado Review does in fact take online submissions.

August 8, 2017 at 11:52 am

I’ve made the changes. Thanks for the note.

August 8, 2017 at 11:53 am

A note to editors, the best way to update the information above, and to get a listing on our site for free, is to go here: https://www.everywritersresource.com/literarymagazines/submit-your-site/ and fill out the form and submit it. We will update your listing, and this page….

Former Narrative Staff says

August 8, 2017 at 12:44 pm

Not only does Narrative charge an outrageous fee, but they have options for readers (internally, of course) to flag submissions either by “Noteworthy Authors” or those who have contributed $X to the journal. Narrative is an outright racket.

G. D. McFetridge says

May 8, 2022 at 8:58 am

And furthermore, Tom Jenks is a hustling little weasel who lurks in the back pages of writers magazines advertising his marginal editing skills, for which he charges substantial fees under innuendoes of how good he thought the work was, after his initial review and before receiving his fee, of course, and then he essentially razes the very work he previously praised; although because he is a hustler, he chooses his words carefully during the setup phase.

August 8, 2017 at 1:39 pm

How do you expect a literary magazine to continue in existence charging $1 to $3 for a submission? Assuming a magazine gets 2,000 submissions at even $3 per, that’s $6,000. Printing costs alone can exceed that total. An independent magazine with no university backing would find it difficult to survive.

August 8, 2017 at 2:33 pm

There is a lot of debate about literary magazines charging to read….but it is so difficult to make money publishing that it should certainly be understood why. Think of it this way, when you submitted your work did you also subscribe to the magazine? Have you ever bought a copy of the magazine you are submitting to? It cannot be one sided.

Sydney Lea says

November 20, 2021 at 1:43 pm

I started NEW ENGLAND REVIEW in 1978. At that time, we had no college/university backing, and I was spending as much time chasing funding as I was editing. Even back then, the volume of submissions was nigh overwhelming, as I was often essentially the sole reader in all genres. I decided it might be helpful to charge a buck to submit, and you would have thought I’d asked potential contributors (who FAR outnumbered subscribers) for their firstborn children. The hue and cry was so calamitous I had to change the policy. It therefore astounds me –though it does not in the least chagrin me; I pay willingly– that magazines WITHOUT reading fees are the very rare exception.

August 8, 2017 at 2:50 pm

Well, we looked at the quality of writing in these magazines, not at their practices. Narrative doesn’t make anyone submit work to them. Writers find a value in it, or they wouldn’t do it. I too worked for a university magazine, and I never made a dime. We have to ask ourselves at some point what is the value of the work we do? Is the end goal only publishing a novel with a big publisher and riding off into the sunset? That prospect is sinking quickly. Making money on ads has become increasingly difficult. So how do you pay your fiction editor? Should literary magazines always be a profitless venture where no one sees value, and it’s just a few selfless souls who produce them? I’m just asking, what is your model to profit from these? Should these editors always work for free? Should it always be a university venture for the sake of art? Do you have a suggestion on how a magazine can make profit? Even major magazines and newspapers are disappearing.

August 9, 2017 at 7:57 am

I don’t know, but if they give their fiction editor $20 per submissions, wouldn’t that be nice? On EWR we get 100s of submissions, and many are outright spammed. I get submissions that are just forwarded from other magazines. No cover letters, nothing. You have to think of the value, and submitting your work has a value. If they made it a rule to subscribe to their magazine before you submit, would that be ok? I don’t know, but the model for literary magazines has been around for a very long time. One of my first rejection letters was from the late great Lois Rosenthal of Story magazine. It was hand written and worth much more to me than $20.

August 9, 2017 at 8:04 am

I’ve removed a couple nasty comments here. One was from a website owner who has 14,000 backlinks and 53 organic traffic. It kinda tells you what he does with his time. It’s bad form to spam the site while insulting me.

Ken W Simpson says

November 2, 2020 at 9:35 pm

R. T. Smith says

August 10, 2017 at 9:58 am

ALthough I appreciate your ranking of SHENANDOAH, I think you should know that the journal has been on line (shenandoahliterary.org) for about 7 years. To assess it’s current quality, someone needs to look at recent issues. In fact, we now ONLY consider mss. sent through our Submittable portal. Thanks R T Smith Editor, SHENANDOAH

August 10, 2017 at 2:29 pm

Yes, we’ve had you on the list for over 10 years, back when your url was http://shenandoah.wlu.edu/ . I am a fan of the magazine. As a side note I’ve read your work since Brightwood. We’d be honored to do an interview….see some other interviews here: https://www.everywritersresource.com/interviews/

February 19, 2018 at 5:02 pm

Ecotone was of time.

bart plantenga says

June 26, 2018 at 3:05 am

nice standard list – the only detail missing is that many of these magazines charge submission fees. This is like a regressive tax. Writers already earn nothing but are now forced to go negative. The main culprit is their use of submittable I guess. it is being addressed above. it reminds me of the 1990s nyc bar/cafe scene of pay to play for bands and writers.

Rob Klein says

July 24, 2018 at 12:17 pm

Alaska Quarterly Review but not Salmagundi? Are you sure?

Melanie L Griffin says

October 24, 2018 at 2:40 pm

Thanks for this list. Two thoughts: first, the repeated use of “great work” or “outstanding work” or “one of the best” isn’t useful because we assume that’s your opinion since these mags are on the list! Instead maybe you could add a few words about the type of work they publish (not just genre), even simply taken from their websites. Secondly, it would be super helpful if you could note whether or not they are a paying market. Don’t have to research how much, just something beyond contributor copies. More and more, publications don’t even bother to say that on their websites! They just assume you will be honored to write for them for free. Thanks again for the work you put into this!

Valentine says

October 30, 2018 at 7:54 am

Well, I would actually say, that it’s a great job anyway. Subjective opinion doesn’t make it to be less impressive. I find this list very helpful.

Satya Pattanaik says

January 16, 2019 at 6:55 am

Anyone can help me giving a list of the magazines who accept translation work from other languages from around the world? Thanks

Tiny Tanaka says

February 13, 2019 at 5:59 pm

Hello! I’m also a small and young poetry writer and I’ve found some success on Instagram with tagging relevant common words that seem to have lots of search results. I also submit to different online small-time literary magazines. There are numerous out there that have small followings, which can easily get your work published on multiple sites, your name out in more public searches, and can get you that first step into the business of writing. I know that your comment was posted a while ago, but if you’ve learned anything new, or see anything that you can now start doing yourself, then best of luck to you! I hope that maybe one day we can connect and I can see how far you’ve come! If you ever need anything, my user name on insta is tinytanaka.poetry and my e-mail is [email protected] . I hope you’re doing okay!

Krishnamurthy N says

February 18, 2019 at 9:52 am

The literary magazines, ilike have not made the grade! Litrery Review (LR), New York Times Book Review, London Review of Books (LRB), Times Literary Supplement (TLS)

February 18, 2019 at 9:57 am

We are looking at rewriting this list. It is based on numbers, many factors. The first time we did this list, it was over 10 years go. If you want a complete list of literary magazines, you can go to our literary magazines site (searchable) https://www.everywritersresource.com/literarymagazines/

Cynthia says

March 17, 2019 at 12:41 am

It’s absolutely bananas of you not to include The Sun Magazine in your list. By your own stated criteria, it’s top of the heap. It was founded in 1974, recommends the most Pushcart prize winners of any literary magazine, and publishes consistently high-quality stuff.

Why did you overlook this gem???

March 21, 2019 at 4:32 pm

I’m looking to see why The Sun was removed from the list. I believe, at the time of writing the list that The Sun was ONLY taking solicited submissions, but I honestly cannot remember. We will be redoing this list soon.

July 17, 2019 at 12:55 pm

Why isn’t Rattle listed? They boast a circulation of nearly 10,000, and close to half a million page views per month. https://www.rattle.com/info/about-us/

Tony B says

November 27, 2020 at 11:25 pm

Thank you. Great, thoughtful work in creating this list and posting it here online. Please continue your work. I look forward to the update as, for example, some publications accept online publications. Thank you for the support of the work of writers everywhere especially at this time. Long live the written word of stories and the supportive readers of such words. Thanks.

March 19, 2021 at 1:40 am

I don’t agree. The list may be okay for non contributors – but for poets such as me – there are virtually no opportunities. There are publishers listed that are supposed to accept submissions – but don’t. The utter arrogance of some publishers is evident here. They don’t give a damn about contributors. Of course this sort of thing happens in other lists – in poets and writers for example.

March 30, 2021 at 12:43 am

I only see things from the point of view of the a poetry and occasional prose submitter. Writers are the backbone of any literary journal – yet all – except for a few at the very top – either don’t get paid or get paid very little for the years spent honing their skills – for little or no purpose other than as a vocation. It’s a part time occupation at best – and for most a humiliating experience. Perhaps if publishers published more and better books – rather than the rubbish they publish that sells – such as horror – science fiction – craft – gardening and cooking books – the industry would be better off. Sex sells and so does stupidity. All you need to do is drop by any of the very few places that sell books – apart from Amazon – and you will see lots of books – but very little literature.

Sinclaire says

October 23, 2021 at 10:19 pm

Started in 1998 but quickly became one of the best and best known literary magazines in the country. It has been honored by national anthologies more times than many literary magazine that have been publishing for over 100 years.

December 4, 2021 at 3:32 pm

No mention of The Sun on your list? Clifford Garstang ranks it as the #1lit mag for non-fiction.

ROSY DIXON says

September 2, 2022 at 9:33 am

How could you not include TLS – the Times (UK) Literary Supplement? Founded in 1902, it’s long been considered the world’s best literary magazine!

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17 Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions from Young Writers

Erica Verrillo

Erica Verrillo

Curiosity Never Killed the Writer

S chool literary magazines have long been a tradition in high schools and colleges. But since the advent of the Internet, youth-oriented literary magazines have expanded to include submissions from students all over the world. A good number of these magazines are staffed by students themselves.

Some of these magazines offer payment, but most do not. I have placed the paying markets at the top.

Also see: 18 Children’s and YA Magazines That Pay Writers . For more paying markets see: Paying Markets

Happy submitting!

____________________

One Teen Story

Age: 13–19 Genre: Short story Payment: $500 and 25 copies of the journal

One Teen Story publishes 3 stories a year. “One Teen Story is looking for great short stories written by teens about the teen experience. Some examples of stories we look out for are ones that deal with issues of identity, friendship, family, and coming-of-age. Gratuitous profanity, sex, and drug use are best avoided. We’re open to all genres of well-written young adult fiction between 2,000 and 4,500 words.”

Guardian Angel Kids Online Magazine

Age: Up to 14 Genre: Stories and poetry Payment: .03 cents per word for articles and stories. Poems $10. Photos $3 each with an article. Original Artwork $5–25 per illustration-One illustration/picture per article/story.

“Guardian Angel Publishing believes we can change the world by investing in children one child at a time. Our hope is that the seeds of the influence from our books will live longer than we do. Our goal is to build a harvest of knowledge and vibrant faith in kids to help transform a time in the future that we may never see.”

Age: 16 and up Genre: Stories and poems Payment: $25 to $150 and up

“Highlights is a general-interest magazine for children ages 6–12. By publishing stories, puzzles, articles, and activities that are fun and engaging, we aim to inspire kids to be their best selves–creative, curious, caring, and confident. Highlights was founded in 1946 by Dr. Garry Cleveland Myers and Caroline Clark Myers, and is still owned and run by their family. The magazine accepts no outside advertising and has no religious or organizational affiliation. Highlights has a circulation of about a million and is published monthly.”

Cast of Wonders

Age: “We are particularly interested in considering stories from younger writers (under 18).” Genre: YA fiction Payment: $.08/word for original fiction of any length. For reprints, $100 flat rate for Short Fiction, and a $20 flat rate for Flash Fiction

Cast of Wonders is a young adult short fiction market, open to stories up to 6,000 words in length. They want stories that evoke a sense of wonder, have deep emotional resonance, and have something unreal about them. “We aim for a 12–17 age range: that means sophisticated, non-condescending stories with wide appeal, and without gratuitous or explicit sex, violence or pervasive obscene language. Think Harry Potter or The Hunger Games. Stories are presented in audio format, which means our audience rarely skim past boring bits.”

Age: 13 and younger Genre: Poetry and stories

Stone Soup is an established magazine for children. They have no minimum word length, but the maximum length for a story or personal narrative is 10,000 words. The majority of the stories they publish are only 2–5 pages long. “We publish stories on all subjects — dance, sports, problems at school, problems at home, magical places — and in all genres — literary fiction, science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, mystery; there is no limit to the subject matter of a Stone Soup story.” They accept prose and poetry. Poems and their weekly contest are free. Fiction and CNF have fees.

The Blue Pencil

Age: 12–18 Genre: Prose and poetry

The Blue Pencil is a publication edited and produced by the Walnut Hill Writing, Film & Media Arts Department, and publishes literary work by high school writers, ages 12–18, from around the world.

The Milking Cat

Age: Teens Genre: Comedy

The Milking Cat is an online comedy magazine dedicated to teen comedians. Founded in 2018, The Milking Cat was created by three high school juniors who wanted to spread their love of comedy.. Run by high school students across the country, the website publishes original comedy of all media types.

New Moon Girls

Age: Girls 8 and up Genre: Fiction, poetry, personal essays, how-to articles, art, comics, photography

New Moon Magazine is aimed specifically at female tweens and teens, and offers them a place of inspiration, connection and support where they can stay deeply connected to their true interests, abilities, and hopes. The magazine is offered in both print and electronic format.

Polyphony Lit

Age: High School students Genre: Poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction

“Polyphony Lit is a global online literary platform for high school students. We invite high school students worldwide to submit creative writing, join our editorial staff, write blog posts, take workshops, and grow into leadership roles. Because developing young writers is central to our mission, our editors provide feedback on every submission.” Submissions are open from July 1, 2020–April 30, 2021.

Age: 13 to 19 Genre: Poetry, fiction, nonfiction, reviews, art

Teen Ink is a national magazine, book series, and website devoted entirely to teenage writing, art, photos, and forums. For over 25 years, it’s offered teens a place to publish their creative work and opinions on issues that affect their lives.

Young Writers Project

Age: Up to age 19 Genre: All

Based in Burlington, Vermont, YWP is a community of young writers and artists who create and connect online at youngwritersproject.org, and in person, through words, photos, and art. “Since Young Writers Project started in 2006, it has been an oasis of civility and respect. More than 115,000 young people have participated in YWP, and it’s this culture of civility that continues to make YWP so incredible. YWP revolves around three core areas — the website, publications, and workshops — for young people between ages 13 and 19 (younger with parental permission).”

Age: High School students Genre: All sorts of creative writing: poetry, slam, flash fiction, short fiction, creative non-fiction, hybrid, and whatever else you have.

“The WEIGHT is a literary blog for high school students who may find themselves in need of a creative outlet, about the pandemic or anything else. Everyone has something heavy to get off their chest.”

Age: High School and up Genre: Poetry, art, and fiction

The Adroit Journal (ISSN 2577–9427) was founded in November 2010 by poet Peter LaBerge. At its foundation, the journal has its eyes focused ahead, seeking to showcase what its global staff of emerging writers sees as the future of poetry, prose, and art. “We’re looking for work that’s bizarre, authentic, subtle, outrageous, indefinable, raw, paradoxical. We’ve got our eyes on the horizon. Send us writing that lives just between the land and the sky.” Adroit also offers mentorships to young writers. Has submission periods.

Age: Students currently enrolled in grades 9 through 12 Genre: Fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, screen writing, plays and visual art

The Élan international student literary magazine produces two online editions a school year, one in the Fall and another in the Spring. The two editions are combined into a single print edition at the end of each school year. “We seek original, innovative, creative and nuanced work from around the world.” Has reading periods.

School Lunch

Age: 13–17 Genre: Fiction, poetry, flash prose, personal essay, YA, and creative nonfiction

School Lunch is a bi-weekly publication of Lunch Ticket catering to young writers. Lunch Ticket is a publication of the MFA community of Antioch University. “With a commitment to publishing the best literary writing and visual art, we encourage submissions from underrepresented and marginalized artists and writers.” Has reading periods.

Age: High School students Genre: Prose, poetry, art

Levitate is a publication of the Creative Writing Department, The Chicago High School for the Arts. “We strive to assemble a collection of literature and art designed and written with purpose and demonstrating a passion for the work. We are open to unconventional work, while still appreciating the traditional. We are committed to publishing literature and art that is inclusive of diverse identities, perspectives, and crafts. We encourage new voices, but accept work from established artists and writers as well.” Has reading periods.

Parallax Literary Magazine

Age: High School students Genre: Poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and dramatic writing

Parallax Literary Magazine has been published by the Creative Writing department of Idyllwild Arts Academy since 1997. Idyllwild Arts Academy is a college preparatory boarding high school dedicated to the arts. In 2011 Parallax expanded by adding an online component, which accepts submissions from high school students worldwide. The website also showcases student book reviews and writer interviews.

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Independent magazines are notorious outsiders. Generally made with lots of passion and not much cash, they’re gloriously uncommercial artefacts of our current age of creative independence, in which virtually anyone with an internet connection and an Adobe Creative Cloud license can publish their own professional quality print magazine. Of course the fact that pretty much anyone can now be their own editor-in-chief and creative director means that lots of the work committed to print isn’t all that good, but there are some extraordinary gems out there waiting to be found, and that’s what we spend our days doing.

Stack searches out the best independent magazines and delivers them to thousands of readers around the world every month—you never know what you’re going to get next, but you do know it will be a beautiful, intelligent print magazine you probably wouldn’t otherwise have come across. We pride ourselves on delivering a wide range of magazines covering all sorts of subjects, but for the following list we’ve focused on the literary magazines we’re currently enjoying the most.

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The White Review

One of London’s most revered independent literary magazines, The White Review mixes outstanding fiction, essays and poetry with beautiful art and photography all wrapped up in a lovely, thick print edition. Launched in 2011, its founding aim was to provide “a space for a new generation to express itself unconstrained by form, subject or genre”, and today it publishes in monthly online editions, but it’s the roughly triannual print version that we love. The current issue looks at first glance like a sort of bookish fashion magazine, with its cover featuring a photograph by artist Elad Lassry, but the content inside ranges far and wide, covering subjects including migration and asylum, LGBTQ+ spaces, race and disability. Essential and important, but with a fantastic lightness of touch, a new issue of The White Review is always eagerly anticipated in the Stack office.  

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Freeman’s looks like a book but it self-defines as a magazine. “I think a magazine is tracking and engaging with culture,” explains editor John Freeman, who used to head up Granta . “It has an ongoingness, whereas an anthology freezes a moment, perhaps, and puts it in two covers.” The fifth issue is about power: it’s topical, but in a pleasurably sideways way. One of the most beautiful things here is a poem by Julia Alvarez that reimagines Penelope, happy alone, disappointed when Odysseus finally comes home: “He’s back, disguised as an old man/ to test my virtue… I would be rid of him.”

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The plaything of one extraordinary tinkerer, science-fiction magazine Visions is a testament to the power of passion. Creative technologist and sci-fi fan Mathieu Triay began the project by making Marvin Visions, the typeface that he uses for titles throughout the magazine and its website. Licensing the typeface online generated enough money to pay for printing the first issue, and he uses the magazine as a platform for both new and established science-fiction writers. In the latest issue, for example, multi-award winning author Robert Silverberg’s story “Caliban” is set in an alarmingly lithe, glistening future, as seen through the eyes of a man who has become the only relic of our messy, hairy times. Silverberg locates his smooth sexualization a hundred-odd years into the future, but in “Hyperbeauty,” the non-fiction essay that follows it, master’s student Raquel Hollman seems to respond to Silverberg by showing how our world is already uncomfortably sexualized and dominated by ideals of “perfect beauty.”

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American Chordata

One of the defining characteristics of New York-based American Chordata is that it looks really good. Mixing short stories and poetry with photography, the pictures aren’t specially commissioned. Instead, art director Bobby Doherty mines the internet for art all year long, and then sets his favorites next to the text in a strange, non-illustrative way, almost like collage. In the most recent issue—AC’s ninth—Tatu Gustafsson’s grainy CCTV images of a lonely figure standing by the sides of roads are dropped throughout Angela Woodward’s disturbing short story “Decoy Animals,” the writing and images each intensifying the other. [Editor’s note: Erin Bartnett, associate editor at Recommended Reading, is also the fiction editor at American Chordata.]

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The Stinging Fly

An Irish literary magazine of new writing, The Stinging Fly has excellent pedigree—Sally Rooney is a contributing editor, and on these pages there’s an echo of her attention to the minute detail of how we see ourselves and are seen by others. The current issue is fronted by a brilliantly fleshy artwork by Irish Japanese painter Shane Berkery, which sets the tone for the intimate and personal reflections that run through the fiction and poetry inside.

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Founded by Francis Ford Coppola in 1997, Zoetrope was originally conceived as a way to inspire independent movie-making, by providing a space for writers to publish their short fiction and plays. The magazine’s role-call of contributors is ludicrously star-spangled—the rotating guest-designer spot has been filled by Bowie and Lynch, to name only Davids. But what makes this magazine remarkable is how lightly it wears its famous names. Virtually unknown here in the U.K., and boasting just a thousand or so Instagram followers, you get the feeling the only thing its editors really care about is the quality of the fiction. 

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This London-based journal of sexuality and erotics was started in 2018 by the Feeld dating app, and it’s run today by editor Maria Dimitrova, who works with editorial independence to assemble an inventive series of poems and short stories that explore the frontiers of sexual life. Of course any literary magazine stands or falls on the strength of its writing, and Mal brings together some exceptional talent: the latest issue includes an original piece by cult author Chris Kraus and a short story by Luke Brown that was commended in the Best Original Fiction category at this year’s Stack Awards. 

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Worms is a literary magazine about style: writing style, but also sartorial. We are all worms, Clem Macleod explains in her editor’s letter, and “in the end, we’re going to be eaten by them. As a Worm, you will fertilise your mind with glorious words.” Using clothes as a way of worming your way into a writer’s work is a contentious business. Traditionally understood to be something frivolous women like, clothes are depicted here to be so much more interesting. Author Natasha Stagg is interviewed, and the first question she is asked is whether everyday dressing is a sort of curation of self. This idea—that dressing up can be a way of slipping out of your identity and trying on another—is most fully realized in a feature towards the middle, where Clem goes to visit a box of the late punk writer Kathy Acker’s clothes, and tries some on. Acker is the cover star, and the whole issue is a homage to her. The clothes are “unwashed, crumpled” and “musky”; a mass of Vivienne Westwood, Commes Des Garcons and Betsey Johnson. Trying on your dead hero’s outfits is thrillingly intimate. As readers, we feel that we should like to do this intimate thing, too.

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“A quarterly attack journal from Australia and the world,” The Lifted Brow is based in Melbourne and sets out to showcase the most inventive and accomplished experimental storytelling. The result includes fiction and non-fiction, poetry and comics, and frequently gives a voice to groups that aren’t commonly heard. Last year’s 40th edition, for example, was re-branded Blak Brow , and was created entirely by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, born out of the conviction that “blak” women’s writing can “transcend off the pages and topple the patriarchy.”

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Somesuch Stories

The fourth issue of this U.K. literary journal is themed “redemption,” a word editor Suze Olbrich defines as borderline archaic. But the idea of absolution still sticks its pins into us. In a largely secular world, we share what Olbrich calls a “gnarly yearning for liberation from guilt; for forgiveness—for salvation.” It’s a great theme, and while the stories on these pages are uneven, when they’re good, they’re very very good. Like Luke Turner’s beautiful, ambivalent essay on cruising, looking back on encounters he is now old enough to recognize as abusive. And Kieran Yates’ fan fiction about women of color in popular culture; from Padma Patil, to Ursula from The Little Mermaid .

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In the world of literature, storytelling is king. Whether it’s a gripping novel, a haunting poem, or a thought-provoking essay, what ultimately draws us in and keeps us hooked is the power of a well-told story. And what better way to explore the vast and diverse landscape of storytelling than through the pages of a literary magazine?

Literary magazines provide a platform for both established and emerging writers to share their stories, their experiences, and their unique perspectives on the world. From the experimental to the traditional, the humorous to the thought-provoking, the stories found in these magazines push boundaries and challenge us to see the world in new ways.

But with so many literary magazines out there, how do you know which ones are worth your time? In this article, we’ll explore some of the best literary magazines available today, each one offering its own unique brand of storytelling magic. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting to dip your toes into the world of literature, these magazines are sure to provide a rich and rewarding reading experience. So settle in, grab a cup of tea, and let’s dive into the world of literary storytelling.

The Paris Review

The Paris Review is a leading literary magazine that has been publishing since 1953. It features interviews with prominent writers, as well as stories, poetry, and essays. It is known for publishing the first works of many now-famous writers, including Jack Kerouac, Philip Roth, and V. S. Naipaul.

Granta is a British literary magazine that has been publishing for over 130 years. It features fiction, non-fiction, and poetry from established and emerging writers from around the world. Granta is known for its themed issues, which explore various topics from a literary perspective.

McSweeney’s

McSweeney’s is an independent publishing house that produces a literary magazine, as well as books and other projects. The magazine features humor, fiction, and non-fiction, and is known for its unique design and typography.

The Los Angeles Review

The Los Angeles Review is a quarterly literary magazine that publishes poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and book reviews. It is known for its commitment to publishing diverse voices, with an emphasis on writers from the West Coast.

BOMB Magazine

BOMB Magazine is a quarterly publication that features interviews with artists, writers, and filmmakers, as well as works of fiction and poetry. It is known for its in-depth interviews with prominent writers and artists.

VQR Online is the online version of the Virginia Quarterly Review, a literary magazine that has been publishing since 1925. The online version features original works of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, as well as multimedia content, including videos and podcasts.

n+1 is a literary magazine that focuses on contemporary culture and politics. It features fiction, essays, and reviews, as well as translations of works from other languages. n+1 has been praised for its fresh and critical voice.

The White Review

The White Review is a quarterly literary magazine that features fiction, poetry, and essays, as well as interviews with writers and artists. It is known for its commitment to publishing new and experimental works.

Electric Lit

Electric Lit is an online literary magazine that features fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as critical essays and reviews. It is known for its commitment to publishing diverse voices and promoting emerging writers.

Music & Literature

Music & Literature is a biannual literary magazine that features works of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, as well as interviews with writers, musicians, and artists. It is known for its innovative approach to publishing, which combines literature with music and other art forms.

The Stinging Fly

The Stinging Fly is an Irish literary magazine that features poetry, fiction, and non-fiction, as well as interviews with writers and artists. It is known for its commitment to promoting emerging Irish writers.

Flaneur Magazine

Flaneur Magazine is a biannual publication that explores different neighborhoods around the world through literature and photography. Each issue focuses on a specific neighborhood, providing a unique perspective on the area.

Freeman’s

Freeman’s is a biannual literary magazine that features works of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as interviews with writers and artists. It is known for its themed issues, which explore different topics from a literary perspective.

Guernica Mag

Guernica Mag is an online literary magazine that features fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as interviews with writers and artists. It is known for its commitment to promoting social justice issues through literature.

Visions is an online literary magazine that features original works of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, as well as artwork and photography. It is known for its commitment to publishing new and experimental works.

ThreePenny Review

ThreePenny Review is a quarterly literary magazine that features fiction, poetry, and essays, as well as book reviews. It is known for its commitment to publishing works from emerging writers, as well as established ones.

American Chordata

American Chordata is a biannual literary magazine that features works of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as artwork and photography. It is known for its commitment to publishing diverse voices and promoting emerging writers.

Zoetrope: All-Story

Zoetrope: All-Story is a quarterly literary magazine that features fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as artwork and photography. It is known for its commitment to publishing works from emerging writers, as well as established ones.

New Criterion

New Criterion is a monthly literary magazine that features literary and cultural criticism, as well as essays and reviews. It is known for its conservative perspective and its commitment to high literary standards.

And that, my dear reader, is the magic of literary magazines. They are portals to other worlds, other stories, other lives. They are the doorways that lead us to new perspectives, and the keys that unlock our imaginations. As a writer and reader, I can attest to the immense value of these magazines in shaping and expanding our literary horizons. So go forth, dear reader, and seek out these literary gems. The world of storytelling is waiting for you, and the possibilities are endless.

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If you enter UC Santa Barbara’s (UCSB) South Hall 2635 at 5 p.m. on a Tuesday or Thursday, you’ll find students and editors writing poetry, discussing their artistic ideas, creating art of any medium, editing prose pieces, and producing layouts of art and literature. Welcome to the home of UCSB’s “The Catalyst Literary Arts Magazine.” 

“The Catalyst” is a student-led and designed literary magazine published once a quarter, every ten weeks. At the start of each quarter, students across UCSB submit poetry, prose, fiction, creative non-fiction, and more, as well as art from all mediums, to the magazine. From then on, the students in the class and the Editorial Board combine art and literature to create beautiful, creative, and eye-catching layouts that showcase the talents of the writers and artists. 

The Bottom Line (TBL) sat down with fourth-year student and “The Catalyst” Editorial Board member, Kiana Perez-Granados, to talk a little bit more about “The Catalyst” and what it represents. Perez-Granados has spent more than two years as a part of “The Catalyst.” What drew her to the magazine was that it was a place at UCSB where she could express herself completely artistically, both with writing and art. She told TBL, “It was the only place where I felt comfortable being creative and expressing myself in that medium and form.” 

“The Catalyst” fosters creativity and allows for the freedom of expression other places might not. The beauty lies in creating something greater than its parts, combining visuals with poetics. It immortalizes the work of student writers and fosters an environment for creativity. 

Perez-Granados first joined “The Catalyst” as a student searching for a community of students with a desire to learn more about art, writing, layout and graphic design, and the inner workings of publishing a magazine. That being said, the class is open to any student. Perez-Granados explained that “you don’t have to be experienced, or an English major, or an art major. It’s for everybody. It’s a good introduction to the art process and the design process … [and] a good route to take.”

Since Perez-Granados’s third year at UCSB, she has had a position on the Editorial Board, first as an assistant editor and now as editor-in-chief. Over the course of each quarter, she now oversees the creation of each and every layout, supervises and assists students in the course, and keeps constant contact with the rest of the Editorial team. 

The course is offered at UCSB as an upper-division English class, English 106 – Catalyst Writing. In this course, students have the opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and printing a literary arts magazine. Throughout the course, they are constantly writing new pieces and creating new works of art, then moving on to using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop to bring together the creativity onto a page. The Editorial Board is there to help teach how to use the applications, and students leave the class with the ability to say they worked as a part of a published magazine and the skills to create their own layouts.

The main goal of “The Catalyst” is to publish the creative works of students at UCSB every quarter, culminating in a quarterly launch event to reveal the printed magazine. 

Though this magazine is one of UCSB’s beloved literary arts magazines, there are always complications when creating a published work. “The Catalyst” is now fighting to keep its print version of the magazine available. Perez-Granados explained that for the upcoming quarters, funding for the magazine had fallen through, and there might be no way to get the magazine to print if new funding wasn’t found. 

Perez-Granados had expressed her worry about the possibility of no longer printing the magazine, noting that the “tangibility of creativity” is “one of the big things that draw people to the class. You get published, you see it in physical form, and the [quarterly launch event] is for the reveal of the magazine. That’s such a big part of who we are and what we do.”

But rest assured, Perez-Granados and the rest of the Editorial Board of “The Catalyst” won’t let this happen easily. 

“[We’re] show[ing] that we all collectively care about this and we are going to try our best to raise money for it,” said Perez-Granados. “We care enough to put in all this effort.”

On March 1 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Hotel, “The Catalyst” is hosting a fundraising event entitled “Keep The Catalyst” in order to maintain its position as a print magazine. The event will showcase a night of spoken word, live music, and a glimpse into some of the layouts the students and editors have loved creating. 

After pondering the best way to showcase both the passion that goes into the magazine and the endless love the students and editorial board have for the publication, Perez-Granados said that she figured the event needed to be fun by turning it into a spoken word event. “This way, it is more interactive and people can know what we represent in terms of creative writing.”

At the event, people will be able to feel this passion and love while listening to spoken word and eating some of the delicious food offered. The menu and more details about the event, location, and what will be offered can be found on their Instagram!

“I love The Catalyst and am very grateful to be a part of it,” Perez-Granados said when expressing why this fundraising event is so important to her. “We will never not have a digital publication … but the print is so vital and exciting.” 

If you are free on Friday, March 1, be sure to get to The Leta Hotel to witness the enthusiasm and dedication “The Catalyst” team has for their publication. Later in the quarter, the magazine will be free for those who attend its 31st Launch Event on March 14, and all past issues are always available digitally on its website . This will be another night of spoken word, live music, food, and fun!

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The call for proposals to a special session at MLA 2025, "Prompt Engineering as Rhetoric, Literary Criticism, and Creative Writing", is now open. The session invites submissions that engage with how the deliberate design of prompts can serve as a critical and creative intervention in reconfiguring the relationship between AI and humans. Proposals are due by March 10, 2024 . MLA 2025 is scheduled for January 9-12, 2025 in New Orleans.

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By framing prompt engineering within the contexts of rhetoric (the art of persuasion), literary criticism (the study of literature and its interpretation), and creative writing (the art of creating original compositions), the session aims to delve into the nuanced ways in which language and AI interact. Rhetorically, prompt engineering can be seen as a form of persuasion where the prompter intends to influence the AI’s “response” in a specific direction. From a literary criticism perspective, it might involve analyzing how different prompts can lead to varied interpretations or creations by the AI, akin to different readings of a text. In creative writing, prompt engineering could be about using prompts as a starting point for generating innovative and artistic content. This CFP is an invitation to critically and creatively engage with AI, exploring how thoughtfully designed prompts can reshape our interaction with technology, opening new avenues for artistic and intellectual exploration.

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The Creative Writing Reading Series is back this spring with a literary lineup that features visiting writers, alumni authors, the winner of the 2023 Colorado Prize for Poetry and creative writing MFA students.

Unfamiliar with the series? Here’s a quick recap: Each semester at Colorado State University, the Department of English – in collaboration with CSU Libraries – welcomes emerging and established literary voices to share their work and engage with our campus and local Fort Collins communities. Writers hold public readings, audience Q&A sessions, book signings, class visits and salons.

The series has featured Pulitzer Prize winners, National Book Critics Circle Award winners, Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award winners, NAACP Image Award nominees, National Book Award finalists and recognized voices in young adult literature.

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Kazim ali and vauhini vara thursday, feb. 29 at 7:30 p.m. lory student center, university ballroom.

Kazim Ali was born in the United Kingdom and has lived transnationally in the United States, Canada, India, France and the Middle East. His books encompass multiple genres, including the volumes of poetry The Voice of Sheila Chandra (Alice James Books, 2020), Inquisition (Wesleyan University Press, 2018) All One’s Blue (HarperCollins India, 2016) Sky Ward (Wesleyan University Press, 2012) winner of the Ohioana Book Award in Poetry; The Fortieth Day (BOA Editions, 2008); The Far Mosque (Alice James Books, 2005) winner of Alice James Books’ New England/New York Award; and the cross-genre texts Bright Felon (Wesleyan University Press, 2009) and Wind Instrument (Spork Press, 2014). His most recent book is Northern Light: Power, Land and the Memory of Water (Milkweed Editions, 2021).  

Kazim Ali

Vauhini Vara

Vauhini Vara is a Canadian-born American journalist, fiction writer and the former business editor of The New Yorker . She lives in Colorado and is a contributing writer for The New Yorker website. Her highly acclaimed first novel The Immortal King Rao was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. Her story collection This is Salvaged was published in September 2023 and named by The New Yorker, Publisher’s Weekly , Vox , and the New York Public Library as a notable book of the year. 

Vauhini Vara

Mary Crow Alumni Reading Thursday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. Lory Student Center, University Ballroom

Samantha Tucker

Samantha Tucker

Samantha Tucker is an anti-racist teacher, writer and editor. She writes personal essays, memoirs and cultural critiques. Her essay “Fountain Girls,” originally published in Ecotone , is a listed notable in  Best American Essays 2017 , and is anthologized in  Contemporary Creative Nonfiction: An Anthology.

Kristin George Bagdanov

Kristin George Bagdanov

Kristin George Bagdanov is a poet, scholar and environmental advocate. She received her PhD from UC Davis and her MFA from Colorado State University. She has two poetry collections — Fossils in the Making (Black Ocean) and Diurne (Tupelo Press) — and several poetry zines. She lives in Sacramento, Calif. and works for a non-profit organization that advocates for fossil-fuel-free buildings.

Colorado Prize for Poetry Reading Thursday, Apil 4 at 7:30 p.m. Lory Student Center, University Ballroom

Gale marie thompson.

Gale Marie Thompson is the author of Mountain Amnesia, winner of the 2023 Colorado Prize for Poetry, Helen or My Hunger  (YesYes Books, 2020) and  Soldier On  (Tupelo Press, 2015). Her poetry and prose have appeared in  American Poetry Review, Bennington Review,  and  Mississippi Review , among others. A winner of the Poetry Society of America’s 2022 Emily Dickinson Award, Thompson has received fellowships from the Vermont Studio Center and Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts. She is founding editor of  Jellyfish Poetry  and currently works as an editor in book development for YesYes Books. Gale lives in the mountains of North Georgia, where she directs the creative writing program at Young Harris College.

Gale Marie Thompson

Hermione Hoby

Hermione Hoby is the author of the novels  Neon in Daylight , a two-time New York Times editors’ choice,  and  Virtue , which was shortlisted for the Mark Twain American Voice in Literature Award . She regularly writes for The New York Times Book Review , and her criticism and essays have also appeared in Harper’s , The New Yorker and  The Paris Review . She lives in Boulder, with her husband, Benjamin Kunkel.

Hermione Hoby

MFA Readings Thursdays at 7 p.m. Gregory Allicar Museum of Art, Hoffert Learning Center

At these special events, graduate students in their final year of CSU’s Creative Writing MFA program will give a public reading from their thesis or other major work in progress. Please join us as we celebrate our promising writers!

  • March 21, 2024: Ben Freedman, River Grabowski, Laura Roth
  • April 25, 2024: Lauren Furman, Tashiana Seebeck, Nicole Pagliari

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The CSU Creative Writing Reading Series is made possible by the Organization of Graduate Student Writers , the CSU Department of English , the College of Liberal Arts , the Lilla B. Morgan Memorial Endowment , the donor sponsor of the Crow-Tremblay Alumni Reading Series, CSU Libraries and other generous support.

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Returning to the Scene of a Literary Crime

By Michael Schulman

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Lunchtime at Benoit, a swish French bistro on West Fifty-fifth Street. To one’s right: a pair of young women in black power suits, chitchatting over sunchoke soup. To one’s left: two ladies of a more mature vintage, with identical crimson manicures, sitting side by side beneath a mirror. Across one’s table: a red velvet banquette, into which sinks a diminutive man in a yolk-colored sweater and a polka-dotted scarf—the British actor Tom Hollander, who was returning to the scene of a literary crime.

Before it housed Benoit, the building was the last location of La Côte Basque, a temple of haute cuisine. The restaurant opened in the late fifties, in the space that is now the Polo Bar; it moved a block west in the nineties and closed in 2004, a relic of a more elegant age. In its mid-century heyday, it was a hub of high society, where such uptown doyennes as Babe Paley and Lee Radziwill gathered to gossip over soufflé. In 1975, Truman Capote scandalized his friends in this set when Esquire published his thinly veiled tell-all “La Côte Basque, 1965,” which eavesdropped on the restaurant’s clientele. His “swans” closed ranks against him, and he spent his remaining years drinking himself into oblivion and failing to complete his planned roman à clef “Answered Prayers.”

The new Ryan Murphy miniseries “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans” retraces the dustup, with Hollander as Capote. “I came here when we were shooting and sat at the bar one evening, just to see if I could feel something,” he said. Did he? “Not really. But it sort of makes sense that I couldn’t, because it’s not actually the place. It’s mythic now.” He cast a Capote-like eye around the room. The two older ladies, in unseasonable Hamptons-y white (one wore a bucket hat), were splitting a tarte tatin. “They’re sweet,” Hollander said. “They’re definitely ladies lunching. Whether they’re ladies who lunch, I don’t know.”

What did Hollander think compelled Capote to expose his swans? “The simple answer is he’s a writer, and writers tend to write about their lives, so what did they expect?” he said. “But I’ve also heard him say, ‘They were disguised. I was satirizing a world.’ To which you say, ‘Well, they weren’t well enough disguised.’ ” He took a forkful of fennel salad. “His vanity perhaps misled him, or he was in denial about how much he despised himself for being this castle creeper. Do you have that expression, ‘castle creeper’? The eternal house guest who’s somewhere between them and the staff. He’s not an equal. He’s the gay guy at the end. He knows that there’s homophobia in there, and he’s rebelling.”

Hollander, who was born in Bristol, knows the lure of infiltrating the aristocracy. “My parents are schoolteachers. I dated some people in that world when I was younger. I was a social tourist,” he recalled. After attending Cambridge, he became a character actor: a pompous Italian beau on “Absolutely Fabulous,” Mr. Collins in the 2005 “Pride & Prejudice” film, a bewigged villain in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies. More recently, he played the gay dandy plotting against Jennifer Coolidge on “The White Lotus.” Hollander, who is straight and, at fifty-six, a first-time dad, dismissed the idea that he is typecast as malicious gay men who betray their female confidantes. “It’s a coincidence! I was cast as Truman before ‘The White Lotus’ was out.” To nail Capote’s wheezy, Droopy-dog drawl, he studied the author’s talk-show appearances. “It’s a female voice in its register. He can go low—when he laughed, it’s a full, broken-voiced laugh,” Hollander said, over poulet rôti . “He avoids people’s eye a lot. He looks up, he looks around. He’s often trying to escape where he is.”

He glanced back at the two ladies. “The one on the right is now aware that we’re talking about her,” he said. “I like the fact that they’re both facing out. They’re clearly people-watching themselves.” Surveying the lunch crowd, he saw little of the old Côte Basque glamour. “The modern equivalent of that world is not here, is it?” he asked. “Women with that amount of determination and agency would be running their own businesses. They wouldn’t be somebody’s wife—they would be Kim Kardashian. I mean, when those women walked into La Côte Basque, it was Instagram, wasn’t it? They were known.”

A nauseated look crossed his face; it had been a long week. The two ladies left with a doggie bag, and a waiter changed their tablecloth. The last lines of Capote’s “La Côte Basque, 1965” came to mind: “Stewards were resetting the tables, sprucing the flowers for the evening visitors. It was an atmosphere of luxurious exhaustion, like a ripened, shedding rose, while all that waited outside was the failing New York afternoon.” ♦

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