Viridine is a new online journal of poetry, fiction, and scripts. They accept submissions from new, emerging, and established authors of all ages, but they especially hope to showcase writing by authors over the age of 30: “Talent and creativity are age-inclusive, and we believe age should not be a barrier to success.”
Viridine is helmed in the South of England, and so far they’ve published one issue, themed “Beginnings”. It features writing from 13 contributors, along with two pieces of artwork.
Viridine plans to publish quarterly issues, and to hold four submission windows each year: in the spring, summer, fall, and winter. Right now, they’re accepting submissions for second issue, themed “Chaos.” Submissions are open through February 28.
Poets may submit up to three poems, 40 lines or fewer each. Authors of fiction may submit up to two stories, totaling 2,000 words or fewer. Authors of scripts may submit up to three pieces, 30 pages or fewer each.
Viridine is also seeking essays on film and theater theory. This includes writing about directors, actors, writers, composers, and cinematographers, as well as production and set design, lighting, and scores. They do not accept reviews of films or plays.
Authors may submit in multiple categories, but should only send one submission per category during each submission call.
Submitting authors can expect a response within one month after the submission window closes. They accept submissions from all authors, but they are especially interested in receiving submissions from authors over 30: “We are particularly keen to receive submissions from underrepresented demographics, and from new and emerging writers over the age of 30 – a reminder that it’s never too late to start pursuing different dreams and opportunities.”
Viridine accepts submissions using an online form; they do not accept submissions via email or by post. They accept simultaneous submissions but ask that authors withdraw writing published elsewhere. They do not accept previously published writing, or writing created by AI.
Viridine only accepts submissions that follow the guidelines they’ve posted online. Please read these guidelines in full before submitting.
If you would like to learn more or submit to Viridine, pleases visit their website here and here.
Bio: Ella Peary is the pen name for an author, editor, creative writing mentor, and submission consultant. Over the past five years, she’s written hundreds of articles for Authors Publish, and she’s also served as a copywriter and copy editor for a wide range of organizations and individuals. She is the author of The Quick Start Guide to Flash Fiction. She occasionally teaches a course on flash fiction. You can contact her at ellapeary@gmail.com.
