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Driftwood Press

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About the magazine

Driftwood Press is an independent literary and arts organization founded in 2013 with a commitment to publishing compelling, character-driven fiction, poetry, and visual art. From its inception, the press has sought to champion work that is both accessible and artistically ambitious, often highlighting voices that might be overlooked by larger commercial publishers. Its core mission revolves around fostering a community of readers and writers through its biannual journal, chapbook contests, and full-length book publications, emphasizing careful curation and editorial mentorship.

Editorial focus

John Updike once said, “Creativity is merely a plus name for regular activity. Any activity becomes creative when the doer cares about doing it right, or better.” Driftwood Press is actively searching for artists who care about doing it right, or better. They have grown into a full publishing house with a wide catalog of amazing anthologies, chapbooks, collections, novels, and comics being released yearly. They are always open for submissions, and they look forward to reading your work.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeYes
PaymentCash
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Writers and artists should review the press's current guidelines carefully, as submission windows are often limited and genre-specific. Driftwood Press values polished, voice-driven work that demonstrates a clear understanding of craft; simultaneous submissions are typically accepted, but prompt notification of acceptance elsewhere is expected. For contests, adhere strictly to formatting and length requirements, and consider reading past issues to gauge the editorial aesthetic. A brief, professional cover letter is appreciated, but the work itself should be the focus.

Read our issues! This is the best way to get a sense of what we value. In a nutshell, we love surprising work that values craft on the sentence level. We are also open to hybrid and experimental work, and we are always looking for forward-thinking writing and art.

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