Literary Journal

Gavialidae

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About the magazine

Gavialidae is an independent curatorial platform and online journal founded in 2018 by a collective of artists and writers. Taking its name from the crocodilian family known for its slender, specialized snout, the project adopts a similarly precise and adaptive approach to contemporary art and literature. The platform operates without a permanent physical space, instead organizing ephemeral exhibitions, digital publications, and collaborative projects that respond to specific contexts and urgencies. Its core mission is to foster critical dialogue and support experimental practices that often fall outside commercial or institutional frameworks.

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Gavialidae is a print literary periodical published annually seeking poetry, short fiction, creative nonfiction, and plays.

PoetryFictionCreative NonfictionTranslation

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Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31

Reading feeYes

PaymentCash

Response time3 to 6 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Artists and writers are encouraged to review past projects on the website to understand the platform's curatorial interests before submitting. Gavialidae favors proposals that demonstrate a clear critical framework, sensitivity to context, and a willingness to engage in dialogue. Submissions should include a concise project description, relevant work samples, and a brief artist statement. There are no fees to apply, and unsolicited proposals are read with care, though response times may vary due to the collective's volunteer nature.

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