Even though many don’t offer payment and some are more popular than others, literary journals are a great way to get your writing’s foot in an editor’s door. Some writers may overlook smaller publications in order to concentrate on bigger projects, but doing so could be a mistake. Whether you’re looking to apply to an MFA program or want to build your publishing portfolio, having your work appear in a literary magazine or journal can be a big first step toward your dream career. The magazines listed here are a sampling of what the industry has to offer. Find more at writermag.com.
Literary advantages
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F = Fiction N = Nonfiction P = Poetry C = Children’s Y = Young adult O = Other $ = Offers payment
F N P O ALASKA QUARTERLY REVIEW Publishes fiction, short plays, poetry, photo essays, and literary nonfiction in traditional and experimental styles. Submission by Submittable only, $3 fee. Check website for submission dates. Contact: Alaska Quarterly Review. Email from website. aqreview.org
F N P $ THE ANTIGONISH REVIEW Features short stories, articles, essays, poetry, book reviews, and translations. Considers stories from anywhere, original or translations, but encourages Atlantic Canadians and Canadian writers, and new and young writers. Quarterly. Contact: The Antigonish Review, St. Francis Xavier University, P.O. Box 5000, Antigonish, Nova Scotia B2G 2W5, Canada. 902-867-3962. tar@stfx.ca antigonishreview.com
Online literary journal published twice annually, featuring poetry, short fiction, and essays. Seeks work with both mainstream and literary appeal. No genre fiction, Apple Valley Review. Leah Browning, Editor.
