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Blue Bell Review

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About the magazine

The Blue Bell Review is an independent literary and arts journal founded in 2018 by a collective of writers and artists seeking a slower, more deliberate alternative to the rapid cycle of online publishing. Rooted in the ethos of the small press, it prioritizes work that rewards rereading—poetry, short fiction, and visual art that resist easy consumption. The journal publishes two print issues annually, with a limited online supplement, and maintains a commitment to editorial care that treats each accepted piece as a collaboration rather than a transaction.

Editorial focus

The Blue Bell Review exists to empower students aged six through sixteen across the globe by providing a platform where their creativity, ideas, and voices can be heard and celebrated. The editors believe that every young person has a unique perspective worth sharing. Through their digital magazine, they showcase student writing, art, audio essays, and multimedia projects, creating a space where creativity flourishes and connections form.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
PaymentNo payment
Response timeLess than 3 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Before submitting, read at least one full issue to understand the journal's aesthetic range, which favors precision over polish and emotional resonance over conceptual cleverness. Submissions are accepted via Submittable during two reading windows (typically March–April and September–October); simultaneous submissions are permitted with immediate notification upon acceptance elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter that speaks to your engagement with the journal's past issues, not just your publication history. Expect response times of 8–12 weeks; queries before that period are discouraged.

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