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Earth's Daughters

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About the magazine

Founded in 1971 in Buffalo, New York, Earth's Daughters is one of the longest-running feminist literary and arts periodicals in the United States. Established by a collective of women writers and artists, the magazine emerged from the second-wave feminist movement with a commitment to publishing work that challenges patriarchal norms and amplifies marginalized voices. Over five decades, it has maintained a steadfast dedication to poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual art that engages with feminist, environmental, and social justice themes. The publication operates as a grassroots, volunteer-run endeavor, prioritizing artistic integrity and community over commercial success. Its enduring presence is a testament to the sustained labor of its editors and contributors, who have created a vital space for voices often excluded from mainstream literary venues.

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Earth’s Daughters is a feminist literary and arts periodical published in Buffalo, New York. The longest-running feminist literary magazine, continuously published since 1971.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31

Reading feeNo

PaymentContributor copies only

Response timeGreater than 6 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsNo

Writers and artists should review past issues to understand the magazine's aesthetic and thematic range, which spans lyrical poetry, experimental prose, and politically engaged art. Submissions are typically open for specific reading periods; check the website or newsletter for announcements. Work that demonstrates a clear feminist perspective, intersectional awareness, and formal innovation is most likely to resonate. Simultaneous submissions are often accepted, but notify promptly if work is placed elsewhere. Given the volunteer-run nature, response times may be longer than average; patience is appreciated. Include a brief cover letter with relevant bio and publication credits, if any.

See themes and reading times on our website. Submit up to three poems or short prose pieces in one Word file to [email protected] or send SASE and e-mail address with up to three poems or three pages for each submission via snail mail.

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