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Beltway Poetry

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About the magazine

Beltway Poetry is a Washington, D.C.-based literary organization founded in 1999 by poet Kim Roberts. Initially launched as an online quarterly journal, it has since expanded into a comprehensive resource for poets and writers in the Mid-Atlantic region, including the ongoing Beltway Poetry Quarterly, an events calendar, and a directory of reading series. Its core mission is to foster a vibrant literary community by providing accessible publication opportunities and promoting the work of both emerging and established poets, with a particular emphasis on the diverse voices of the Washington, D.C. area.

Editorial focus

Beltway Poetry (formerly Beltway Poetry Quarterly) is an award-winning online literary journal that showcases poetry from all over the world. It also features translations and reviews. During the first 20 years of its existence, it featured poetry from the literary community in Washington, D.C., and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region. Under new leadership, the journal will always look fondly on the poetry of Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region, but its focus now is unabashedly global.

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Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
PaymentNo payment
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Beltway Poetry welcomes submissions from poets with a connection to the Washington, D.C. region, though it also considers work from outside the area if it resonates with the journal's thematic focus. Before submitting, familiarize yourself with the journal's aesthetic, which tends toward accessible, well-crafted poetry that engages with place, community, and personal experience. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. Include a brief bio and cover letter. Response times vary, so patience is advised. For full guidelines, consult the website.

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