Literary Journal

Alchemy - A Journal of Translation

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About the magazine

Alchemy: A Journal of Translation is a literary translation journal based at the University of California, San Diego. Founded on the conviction that translation is a creative and interpretive act rather than a mere transposition, the journal publishes translations of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction from around the world, often accompanied by original-language texts and translators' notes. Its mission is to foreground the translator's labor and artistry, fostering a space where linguistic and cultural boundaries are examined with rigor and imagination.

Editorial focus

Alchemy publishes fresh, engaging textual and visual translations as well as experimental works that challenge the act of translation. It welcomes translations of poetry, prose, dramatic works/dialogues, letters, reviews, cross-genre/unclassifiable work, and visual art, mainly by students and emerging translators. Alchemy is based at University of California, San Diego in the Literature and Linguistics departments and is edited and published by students.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJul 31 to Sep 30

Reading feeNo

PaymentNo payment

Response timeLess than 3 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Before submitting, read several recent issues to understand the journal's range and critical apparatus. Alchemy welcomes translations of poetry, fiction, and essays, but prefers work that engages translation as a creative practice. Include the original text and a brief translator's note; permissions for copyrighted source material are the translator's responsibility. Simultaneous submissions are generally discouraged, and the review process may take several months. Familiarity with the journal's scholarly tone will strengthen your submission.

Please don’t hesitate to e-mail us with inquiries, especially if you have questions about whether a form, genre, or translation approach fits with what we are seeking. Please check the website’s submission guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

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ClosedDeadline · 2026-09-30