Subgenres: Short Fiction

The Quasar Review

The Quasar Review was founded in 2025 with a purpose: to offer writers an avenue to publish their work and have their voices heard. The Review strives to embody its founding characteristics of empathy, individuality, and perseverance throughout... Read more

Reading Period: 
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction

Nulla

Cofounded by Alex Dezen and Laura Schadler, Nulla is an independent arts journal published online quarterly. They seek the surprising and well-crafted, whether in traditional or experimental styles, that strives for clarity, meaning, and... Read more

Reading Period: 
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction

Ruadán Books

Ruadán (pronounced ROO-ah-dawn) Books is an independent publisher focusing on dark thrillers and speculative fiction. They have a passion for raising up new talent as well as working with experienced authors, and especially welcome writers from... Read more

Reading Periods: 
Apr 1 to Apr 30
Aug 1 to Aug 31
Dec 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Fiction

Ink & Ember

Ink & Ember is a quarterly, independent, interactive literary magazine. Created by published poet and content creator Cecilia Parker (@thejournalingrat, amongst other monikers), this magazine seeks to uplift and provide a space both... Read more

Reading Period: 
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction

Lost Telegram Press

Lost Telegram Press is now accepting query letters to hear about new projects for publication. The editors are happy to read queries about projects that are conceptual in nature. Projects that are not commonly seen in bookstores or are found in... Read more

Reading Period: 
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction

Poets and Dreamers International Press

Poets and Dreamers International Press publishes works that explore the intersections of leadership, strategy, culture, music, art, and conversation. The editors cultivate a global space for unique voices in fiction, creative nonfiction, and... Read more

Reading Period: 
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction

FLARE Magazine

FLARE Magazine publishes stories, hybrids, essays, art, and poetry about chronic illnesses, disabilities, and mental health, written by those who experience at least one of these. FLARE hopes to spread awareness about these... Read more

Reading Periods: 
Feb 1 to Feb 13
Apr 1 to Apr 4
Genres Published: 
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction

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