December 4, 2023
These are themed calls and contests from 45 outlets for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry; a few outlets have more than one call. Some of the calls are: the end; surf noir; strange clocks & different calendars; mathematical horror; color; familiars; the brides of Dracula; the map of lost places; rattus futura; pirate tales; and here…
November 20, 2023
These magazines accept translations of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, and they are a mix of literary and genre magazines. Most of them also accept original work in these genres. Some pay writers. Many, but not all, of them are open for submissions now. They’re listed in no particular order. Words Without Borders Their website says,…
November 9, 2023
This list of publishers meet our guiding principles, but are only open to free submissions from historically underrepresented writers or focus on publishing content produced by historically underrepresented writers. Some of these publications are open to a wide range of writers including writers of color, gender non-conforming and LGBTQ+ writers, and those living with disabilities….
November 6, 2023
These are themed calls and contests for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry for 39 outlets; some outlets are open more than one call. Some of the themed calls are: burning up/burning down; blight; home; overcoming; Carpe Noctem; freedom; brides of Dracula; uncharted waters; AI, Robot; and gifts. Deathcap & Hemlock: Winter HolidaysThey want writing with speculative…
November 2, 2023
These magazines pay for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. They are a mix of literary and genre magazines. Not all of them are open through the month. The Stinging Fly This Ireland-based journal will open in November for fiction (short fiction and novel excerpts), creative nonfiction, and poetry for the Spring 2024 issue. They also accept…
October 23, 2023
These are magazines that accept book reviews. Most also accept other genres, like fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Some of them pay writers. Most, but not all, of them are open for submissions now. Boston Review They’re currently open for essays and reviews. “Please note that we are a general interest political and literary magazine…. We…
October 5, 2023
These magazines pay for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. They are a mix of literary and genre magazines. Not all of them are open through the month.The Pig’s BackThis Ireland-based journal publishes fiction and nonfiction. They do not publish poetry.Deadline: 15 October 2023Length: 2,000-5,000 wordsPay: €300Details here. Uncanny MagazineThis award-winning speculative fiction magazine is only open…
October 2, 2023
These are 35 magazines, anthologies, and contests with themed calls for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Some of the themed calls are: hauntings & hoarfrost; crime; seaside gothic; on vacation; jingle & joy; yule; past perfect; old friends; praise; flora & fungi; and pirate tales. Some of the outlets want submissions for more than one theme….
September 18, 2023
These magazines/podcasts pay for genre fiction – fantasy, science fiction, horror, mystery, crime, and more. They also want a variety of sub-genres – one magazine publishes furry fiction, another publishes cozy fantasy, one wants fun science fiction, and one, atmospheric horror. Many do not specify the sub-genres they want in their guidelines, but as always,…
September 14, 2023
This list of publishers meet our guiding principles, but are only open to free submissions from historically underrepresented writers or focus on publishing content produced by historically underrepresented writers. Some of these publications are open to a wide range of writers including writers of color, gender non-conforming and LGBTQ+ writers, and those living with disabilities….
September 7, 2023
These magazines accept fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. They are a mix of literary and genre outlets. Not all of them are open through the month. Shortwave Publishing: Shortwave MagazineThey publish short horror, dark fantasy, and sci-fi fiction. There is no specific theme for this call. Their guidelines say, “If you browse the fiction section of…
September 4, 2023
These are 47 themed calls and contests from 39 magazines/anthologies/presses listed here. Some of the calls are: the end; solarpunk; food & feasting; crabs; feisty felines and other fantastical familiars; rattus futura; the unknown; literary curiosities; personal ghost stories; past perfect; cybear punk; nightmares before bed; and abandon earth. THEMED CALLS Hearth StoriesThis is a…
August 21, 2023
These magazines publish creative nonfiction of various kinds. Most of them also accept other genres, like nonfiction and poetry. Some of them pay writers. Not all are open now, but many are. They are listed in no particular order. Reckoning They publish work on environmental justice – creative nonfiction (up to 20,000 words), essays, fiction,…
August 7, 2023
These are themed submission calls and contests for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Some of the calls are: subscribe; masks; graveyard boots; shopping mall horror; betrayed; reclamation; coastal new weird; comfort & joy; rip; Halloween; uncharted waters; and the midnight labyrinth. THEMED CALLSCirsovaTheir tagline is, ‘Magazine of Thrilling Adventure and Daring Suspense’. They have detailed guidelines…
August 3, 2023
These magazines pay for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. They are a mix of literary and genre outlets. Not all are open through the month. Nashville Review They accept submissions of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and translations during the months of February and August. Please note, they have a submission cap and may close early if volume…