Literary Journals Publishing Fiction

The Nomad: Now Seeking Submissions

The Nomad is a new literary journal of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, book reviews, letters, and essays. Their aim is to find forgotten literary treasures, and to publish them. They invite each author to submit two of their favorite pieces—one published and one unpublished. In doing so, they hope to create a space for writing that…

The Cumberland River Review: Now Seeking Submissions

The Cumberland River Review is an established online journal of fiction, nonfiction essays, poetry, and art, produced and published by Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, Tennessee. They seek submissions from around the world, and they showcase a wide range of forms and styles. You can read the journal online to get a sense of what…

The Midnight Fawn Review: Now Seeking Submissions

The Midnight Fawn Review is a new online publisher of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and art. They aim to create a home for new and emerging authors, and they are, “dedicated to supporting marginalized communities.” Above all, they simply love beautiful language, and they’re interested in publishing writing, “that moves us and makes us stare in…

Wrong Turn Lit: Now Seeking Submissions

Wrong Turn Lit is an online journal of writing that takes risks. Their goal is, “To publish based on quality of story and language above all else, no matter how “wrong” someone (anyone) may feel about that.” They publish fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Wrong Turn Lit has been published online since 2022, and they offer…

Curious Curls: Accepting Submissions

Curious Curls is a small press that published their first book in 2021. You can learn more about the press and its founder here. Curious Curls has published six books in the past three years. They started out primarily publishing fiction and poetry for adults but their most recent book is a children’s book. You…

The Garlic Press: Now Seeking Submissions

The Garlic Press is a quarterly online magazine of “extra pungent poetry and prose”. They’re looking for memorable writing in all forms, from traditional to experimental. They just want writing that makes an impact: “We’re looking for work that stings us awake and leaves us revitalized, fortified against the viruses of apathy and inattention.” They…

The Brussels Review: Now Accepting Submissions

A new print and electronic literary journal based in Belgium, The Brussels Review focuses on publishing poetry, fiction, interviews, essays, and art. They share that they “are particularly committed to promoting non-native English writers and translations, while also welcoming works from English native creators. Our goal is to create a rich tapestry of perspectives, experiences,…

Thought Magicians: Now Seeking Submissions

This new online literary journal is focused on philosophy. In fact as they state on their website: “Our only strict criterium is the presence of philosophical value that is expressed textually.” If you want to learn more about the platform and the people behind it, their about page is very helpful. They are based in…

The Writers’ Journal: Now Seeking Submissions

The Writers’ Journal is a new online journal of fiction, creative nonfiction, and prose poetry, “dedicated to celebrating the art of storytelling.” They hope to showcase stories that, “inspire curiosity, provoke introspection, and foster connections between cultures.” They are seeking writing from both emerging and established authors from around the world. The Writers’ Journal is…

Litmosphere: Now Seeking Submissions

Litmosphere is an online journal of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and flash writing. The journal is published by Charlotte Lit Press, an imprint of Charlotte Center for Literary Arts, a nonprofit in North Carolina. Litmosphere wants the process of submitting to be positive and connective, regardless of the outcome: “We’ve envisioned Litmosphere as an oasis in…

Verdant: Now Seeking Submissions

Verdant is an online journal of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and artwork. They aim to publish vibrant writing, “to ignite the imagination of readers, transporting them to new worlds through captivating storytelling, evocative poetry, insightful essays, and visually stunning artwork.” They also hope to create a community that fosters the growth of new and emerging…

Channel: Now Seeking Submissions

Based in Ireland, Channel is a print journal that publishes writing about nature and the environment: “We publish work from Ireland and abroad that displays and celebrates the relationships between plant and animal life, landscape and humanity.” Founded in 2019 as a response to the climate crisis, Channel hopes to use literature to help restore…

Two Hawks Quarterly: Now Seeking Submissions

Two Hawks Quarterly is an online journal, founded in 2007 and produced by the students and faculty of Antioch University’s creative writing concentration. They publish poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and hybrid writing. Their thorough editorial process means that every submission is read by at least three students and one faculty advisor. Two Hawks Quarterly publishes…

The Orange & Bee: Now Seeking Submissions

Updated May 21st 2024: They closed to submissions before their deadline which is unfortunate. They reopen in August. The Orange & Bee is an online publication that aims to, “explore, expand on, and subvert the rich traditions of international folklore, including fairy tales, fables, myths, and legends.” They primarily publish fiction, poetry, and hybrid writing,…

Moonday Mag: Now Seeking Submissions

Moonday Mag is a new print and online publication of “fantastically strange” writing. They publish science fiction, fantasy, magical realism, and more: “We’re interested in all things wondrous, fantastic, curious, strange, otherworldly, and chilling.” They welcome all voices, and they are especially interested in showcasing emerging and underrepresented writers. Moonday Mag plans to publish four issues…

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