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Hanging Loose

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About the magazine

Hanging Loose Press, founded in 1966, is one of the oldest continuously operating independent literary publishers in the United States. Established in Brooklyn, New York, it began as a mimeographed magazine and evolved into a press known for its enduring commitment to poetry, short fiction, and cross-genre work. From its inception, Hanging Loose has maintained a distinctive editorial ethos: it publishes both emerging and established writers side by side, with a particular emphasis on fostering a community of writers rather than merely producing books. Its long-running magazine, Hanging Loose, and its book imprint have introduced generations of readers to voices that might otherwise have been overlooked by commercial presses. The press is also notable for its early and sustained inclusion of writers from diverse backgrounds, including a longstanding relationship with the Poetry Project at St. Mark's Church and a commitment to publishing work by writers with disabilities and neurodivergent writers.

Editorial focus

For nearly 60 years, Hanging Loose Press has championed the work of groundbreaking poets and writers whose work has been marginalized by mainstream publishing—work frequently less visible, whether because of gender, race, age, class or socioeconomic status. They look onward towards many more years of making the tent as big as they can make it.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
PaymentCash
Response timeGreater than 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsNo
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Hanging Loose Press accepts submissions of poetry, short fiction, and essays, but it is essential to review their current guidelines on their website before sending any work. They typically read submissions between September and May, and they prioritize work that demonstrates a strong, individual voice and a sense of craft. Because they publish both a magazine and books, simultaneous submissions are generally accepted, but notify them immediately if your work is taken elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter with your publication history, if any, and a self-addressed stamped envelope if you require a response by mail. They are particularly interested in work from writers who have been underrepresented in mainstream publishing, including writers of color, LGBTQ+ writers, and writers with disabilities. Patience is advised, as response times can be several months.

Please send up to six poems or one story at a time. We rarely publish nonfiction, but there are exceptions. We do not publish reviews. For more information, please see the submissions information on our website. Please note that we do not accept simultaneous submissions, and we thank you in advance for your understanding.

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