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Aura Literary Arts Review

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About the magazine

Aura Literary Arts Review is a literary journal based at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, operating under the umbrella of UAB Blazer Media. Founded to provide a platform for emerging and established voices, Aura publishes poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual art. The journal is committed to fostering a vibrant literary community both on campus and beyond, with a particular emphasis on diverse perspectives and innovative work. Its affiliation with a student media organization informs its ethos of mentorship and experimentation, bridging academic and contemporary literary landscapes.

Editorial focus

Aura Literary Arts Review is an award-winning creative literary magazine that is published through the Student Media division of the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The publication is led and run by UAB students from various departments including English, humanities, communications, foreign languages, computer science, biology, and more.

PoetryFictionCreative Nonfiction

Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31

Reading feeNo

PaymentContributor copies only

Response timeLess than 3 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Aura welcomes submissions from both emerging and established writers. Before submitting, carefully review the journal's current guidelines on their website, noting reading periods and genre-specific requirements. Simultaneous submissions are typically accepted, but notify them promptly if your work is placed elsewhere. Expect a response time of several months; query politely if you haven't heard back after that period. As a university-affiliated journal, Aura values work that demonstrates originality, emotional resonance, and a clear command of craft. Proofread meticulously and follow formatting instructions to ensure your submission is considered.

With Aura , the potential is limitless. This literary arts magazine is about celebrating human experiences and cultivating passionate artists from across the world. We connect poets and artists, writers and digital illustrators, to create a cohesive narrative. The power of art is something that inspires all of us, when we share our aura through writing we are affecting others without even realizing it. We accept submissions throughout the year.

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